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…and therein lies the power of the individual choice. As you mentioned we are all unique. Therefore our experiences, thought processes, beliefs and values of what’s important about our journey…”our pilgrimage” and how we plan or don’t plan for...
I absolutely don't want to start a hard discussion, but just share some of my thoughts.
At least something to reflect on, certainly not necessarily comply to.
Maybe think more of them, if you like as possible sub-goals.
Each of us is free to...
Several topics are being conflated, which is confusing.
My comment about "rights" addressed the question of whether albergues can or should be able to reject someone based on criteria set by the albergue - e.g. walking direction. That was the...
There is an 'element' of that I think, but hopefully not widespread.
Though I think it's coming more from the point of do 'try it' at least.
I would guess that half of the active members on here use private accommodation!
I did on my first 3...
That process is the standard for the Camino Frances. You're aware, I'm sure, that you are only walking half a day in France after which you'll be in Spain.
There are multiple companies that will move your bag for you. Your host for the night...
You can use Express Bourricot to send your backpack from SJPdP as far as Espinal.
https://www.expressbourricot.com/luggage-transport/
If you will be staying at Orisson they will only accept bags transported by this company...
I am starting in SJPP. I usually carry my rucksack on pilgrimages but have had it couriered a few hilly days. It has been easy and has been beneficial as I get older. Does it work the same in France? I leave my rucksack with a label, it gets...
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