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    Via de La Plata in reverse

    Has anyone walked the Via de La Plata in reverse? I.e. starting in Santiago. Hoping to walk from Santiago to Gibraltar after finishing the Camino del Norte
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    Rome to Santiago

    Terry, I should have mentioned that you can find a blog of our whole journey from Canterbury to Rome on Facebook. The page is Footprints on the Via Francigena . You might find some useful information there. Robert & Ana María Gomez
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    Rome to Santiago

    Planning to walk this year if COVID restrictions allow. Had to postpone last year due to COVID.
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    Rome to Santiago

    Terry, apologies for long delay. We never carry a tent so I’m not the best person to ask. We managed to find accommodation all the way although at times had to resort to very expensive hotels. Enjoy. Bradypus: thanks for picking this one up
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    Dangerous dog before Triacastela

    Sorry to hear you got bitten. As has been suggested taking walking pokes is a good idea. We also take a dog repellent. It is an electronic gadget that emits a high pitch sound that does not harm the dogs but keep them at bay. It has saved our bacon more than once as we tend to do very long...
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    Offer one Camino suggestion.....

    Take great care in selecting your boots. Blisters can blight your enjoyment of the Camino. Ensure the boots fit well and there is wriggle space for your toes. Wear good quality socks. After that just place one foot in front of the other and “Buen Camino”
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    Offer one Camino suggestion.....

    For first timers two things are crucial. Make sure your walking shoes/boots are well broken in and buy the lightest gear that you can afford. The Camino is not a race so take the time as you walk along to appreciate all that you see. Stop and chat with locals if you can. They have vast knowledge...
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    Pilgrim stabbed and attacked at knife point after Sacavem, was able to escape

    Dear AB and Yolan, I was sorry to hear about your experience on the Camino portugués. It must have been a very traumatic one for you both and I am delighted that through your strength and determination the evil perpetrator did not achieve his aim. Sadly the police in some countries leave a lot...
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    Rome to Santiago

    Thanks Annie. I’ll follow up
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    Rome to Santiago

    Hi! I am from Weybridge, uk. Have walked various Caminos since 2010. Walked the Via Francigena in 2017 Canterbury to Rome. Want to do Rome to Santiago de Compostela in June this year. Anybody done it recently and would be happy to share their route, comments, accommodation etc? Any details...
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