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    John Brierley obituary in The Guardian

    RIP John Brierley. Although we never met personally you were first introduced to me in Lourdes when a kind friend 'loaned' me his copy of Brierley's guide to the Camino Frances. I was due to walk later that year. Hooked, I soon purchased my own copy as I quickly appreciated its value to my...
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    LIVE from the Camino Primitivo or Finishing el Norte

    Primativo for sure.
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    Bourg Saint Pierre to The Grand Saint Bernard Pass

    Thanks Bob. We don't have climbs to that altitude in Ireland. Great to receive your response which I appreciate. Best wishes for your journey. Looking forward to future posts. Buen Camino 😉
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    Bourg Saint Pierre to The Grand Saint Bernard Pass

    Again, thank you Bob. It is on my list. Q. Any breathing difficulties at this elevation ? We're you solo all the way?
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    Look back to Camino 2005

    Thanks for this wonderful post. I was still dreaming about doing my first Camino while you enjoyed yours. I was a little older to start but can relate so much with your experience. Your point about WiFi and few mobile phones brings a smile. I was "released" by my family to wander at 64 under...
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    Tips for securing a bed at Albergue de La Faba during the busy September season on Camino Frances

    I stayed there in September 2015 with some friends. One of my special memories. The old church beside the albergue is simple and beautiful. Our hostess was wonderful, quiet and really interesting to speak to. It was nice to stay there before continuing on up to O'Cebriero the following morning...
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    A postcard from Porto: A Memorable Souvenir for My Daughter-in-law

    Wow! I have to wonder about the postal journey. Maybe it just seat on a shelf for a few years. Great story.
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    Ruins of San Antón

    This is a period of over 870 years, almost a millennium. I think it should be understood that there may have been many versions of buildings on the San Anton site over that period. For a simple instance, the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela in not the original building constructed on the site...
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    Best U.S. $$$ Denominations

    Spain is European Union and the currency is Euro only. I'm imagine the US Dollar can be exchanged in local banks for Euro.
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    Ukrainian flag colors on VdlP guide markers?

    In Ireland and our Irish language, 'glas' translates to green. 😉
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    Warning using “The Camino Del Norte app”

    Great call. Great response 👍 Well done.
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    Personal report: my most challenging day on the Salvador

    Thank you. It is a truly great post, detailed with facts and emotions. And a great lesson for us all.
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    How many days are needed for the Camino Frances ?

    Yes. Dancing with a Cuban will do it every time! The brain and 'mature' body are not always in sync. BTW 32 days for me, in answer to the original question. Give yourself 40 plus days as advised earlier and remember it is NOT a race. I thoroughly enjoyed the extra days at the end. Brierley's...
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    COVID Where can you stay should you contract covid on the Camino?

    Good question and timely. Alway good to keep informed on this for everyone's sake IMHO.
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    Belgian pilgrim died on the Camino.

    Such sad news. RIP. Condolences to his family and friends at this sad time.
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