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I did my 2nd Camino this year (Portuguese way from Lisbon). If you will visit Europe of many wonderful places, could I suggest you do the touristy stuff first and then the walk.... Doing the Protuguese way to Muxia and then touristy things is quite the unique experiences... but in my humble...
As a woman, it is doable. Use a lot of common sense. You will always have someone ahead of you and someone behind you walking the way. You will be friends who will be lifetime friends and friends who come and go. It is definitely worth every step and every tears when you walk the Camino! People...
HI!! I actually used Kestrel 38 for my first camino in 2015 Summer. It was a great pack, however, in hind sight, I think a lighter pack would be better. The pack is perfect for everything to fit, including a water bladder if you wanted to add that feature for your journey. But the pack itself...
One of the hostels in astorga, I believe the municipal, have volunteer medical student overseen by a MD, who provide service within the albergue. It is the one near a cathedral. Wishing your friend the best!
HI all peregrina/os,
Just wanted to share a few words of wisdom gained through my journey on the Camino Frances (June-July 2015). This is a personal experience and lessons learned; and everyone's perspective WILL and is different.
Here is my story: Coming from Seattle (Washington), one would...
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