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    Backpack transport

    I walked the VDLP last may. There were no commercial backpack-transport operators on the route.
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    Do they speak English ? Clues ? ?

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    A personal appeal to the Camino 'community'

    Please convey to Pia my best wishes and hopes of a speedy recovery.
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    Pilgrim passport for CP

    Hello Lynne You can pick up your credential at the cathedral in Porto. Cost €2.
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    Second Chance

    Yes. And one has to admire his grit. Although my admiration is mixed with a little worry that he will harm himself, He is very inexperienced and the PCT is a severe learning curve indeed. On the positive side It appears that experienced trail hikers and trail angels are now looking out for him...
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    Second Chance

    Interesting step by step piece about a hiker who goes by the name of second chance. Despite huge odds, he is attempting to walk the Pacific crest trail. Regardless of his lack of hiker experience, fitness, and many other rookie errors he just keeps going...
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    VdLP Spring Walkers' Calendar

    I will start the VDLP a month later so I cant help you there. But you will do just fine. Take it easy and do short stages until you get your camino legs. Remember its not a race, its about putting one foot in front of the other and enjoying the wonders the Camino can show you. On a practical...
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    Total Hip Replacement

    I have a hip replacement. Since then I have walked the CF and the CP. I plan on starting the VDLP in April. So yes you will be able to walk the camino after proper Reha and care. It may take you a little longer and you will have to be careful and avoid falling on that hip as it will always be...
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    VdLP Spring Walkers' Calendar

    April 30th from Sevilla.
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    Women not as strong as men.

    Fantasic achievement. Well done to Jasmin Paris. I walked this route many years ago - took me two weeeks. She has done it in just over 83 hours. ---- Respect !
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    Casa Fernanda

    Thanks for the news. I stayed at Fernandas place a few months ago. Glad to hear that she is ok.
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    A bad dream

    Best wishes for a speedy recovery Peter.
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    Camino Souvenir

    As always Coleen you make me smile. Thank you for that
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    LIVE from the Camino Day 2 SJPDP

    Well stated . Good luck and good roads Buen Camino
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    Making the Camino better

    Truth stated Reb. The politicos push themselves to the front where praise is anticipated. But when responsibility calls - It's the same thing all over.
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