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    Begging for money along the camino

    Interesting you should mention that. I've just got back from 10 days in Florence. While there I went to Lucca for the day. At 2 churches there were elderly people standing at the church entrances asking for money. I did decline but donated instead to the church. Why is the question....force of...
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    Begging for money along the camino

    Yes, that's an interesting aspect. I guess it's all about trade-offs. We pay for and buy meals all the time at restaurants without blinking an eye, and considering that we're paying for someone's rent and living expenses. I think if they're providing the food and preparing the meal, then paying...
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    Albergue etiquette

    thanks for that info; useful to know in advance...one can prepare how one packs ;) Also good to know about the boots/shoes.
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    Camino Portuguese starting from Porto

    Thanks for the headsup on Hotel Poveira.....I have booked my 3night stay with them while I explore the city before setting off for Santiago.
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    Camino Portuguese starting from Porto

    Hi Margaret, thanks for your message; forgive my late reply. I start from Porto; arrive 6th and start walking on the 9th; plan to walk along the coastal route (I love the ocean ;) ) I plan to reach Santiago by 20th so that I can explore the city on 21st before flying back to UK on 22nd.
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    Getting Nervous

    Hi Julie. I'm planning on walking the route in September. I'd love to hear more about your experiences once you completed the walk. Hope you've had/are having a great time. Cindy
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    Caminofácil

    this sounds like a fantastic idea and I have noted this site on my travel plans. Do you do this luggage transfer from Porto right through to Santiago?
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    Camino Portuguese starting from Porto

    many thanks for the referral. I have just booked my 3 night stay for September prior to walking the Porto route. Thank you :)

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