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When are you wanting to go? There is much more solitude in the off season (December to March) on the Camino Frances. Or chose a quieter route such as the Via de la Plata, Camino Invierno, or the Mozarabe?
It sounds like you will be starting your Camino with a lot of expectations.
In my experience, this leads to a disappointing and boring Camino.
My advice would be to worry less about your Cumbayá avoidance strategies and go with an open mind and...
Luggage transfer easily arranged with the CORREOS - good website - book abead with Booking.com. Failing that use Brierley’s guide or Google maps for a variety of accommodation.
I thoroughly enjoy planning,booking and researching all our Caminos ( I lead a group - no fees,friends!).
I have discovered so much about seemingly inconsequential hamlets on the Caminos,which add both interest and appreciation of where we are...
Not withstanding boots or trail shoes - I use both depending on the terrain/ weather each day - blister prevention is of paramount importance and after a lot of Caminos over the years I swear by Vaseline rubbed into toes,heels and any other...
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