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I visited seven doctors before I finally got some relief. Three years of total agony! The second shot of cortisone, shot into the exact spot, helped. Wearing size 11.5 boots in a 9.5 size shoe helps keep it at bay. Two caminhos down and I'm still...
I walked the Camino Portuguese starting April in Lisbon. I enjoyed every single minute of it and had some great conversations with people on the way. I would never look back and think I should have started in Porto or anywhere else.
It was like...
@Corned Beef, just do it! This section gets a bad rap, but I enjoyed it. Especially the towns mentioned and the Portuguese people and food. It is cheaper than Spain, by a bit, and yes, there are long, dry and hot sections. Just be prepared. Train...
Here's some advice Re:Samos: take your time.
From Tricastela to Samos is one of the most beautiful trails on the CF.
The one from Samos to Sarria is almost as beautiful and so varied it's amazing.
Don't bus from Samos to Sarria!
You'll miss the...
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