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S1. As I'm sure many will say, you are not mental. Plenty of people have successfully walked with less prep and training. 2. I'm not sure if 15km/day is what you are counting on for your training or what you are expecting to walk on your Camino...
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Sshortwander replied to the thread Solo Female Traveller?.Thank you, I have read up on these and am aware of what can happen. Although it would be a horrible situation, it doesn't put me, I just pray that this won't happen to me (obviously). I think it's better to know all the facts going in
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SThere are reports on some Caminos of female walkers being exposed to flashers and occasionally harrassed. You can read about these in the section of the forum for safety and security. These incidents, while few, can really shake a person up. Of...
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S@shortwander i have always walked long-distance footpaths on my own. None of my friends enjoy walking as much or as far as me (“2-3 hours max, and a pub at the end, please”) I have never felt unsafe. As for crime rates…crime rates in tiny...
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Sshortwander replied to the thread Solo Female Traveller?.Thank you SO much everyone for your wonderful responses. I've really reflected on the mixed responses I have had and found that it comes from peoples own fears. It is fantastic that they are so concerned about me, but the majority is because...
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S@shortwander, firstly, welcome to the forum! I think it’s good that your family and friends are cautious, it shows they care. But they’re needlessly concerned. Being male, my viewpoint is of course not the same as yours. But nearly half the...
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SThe Camino is probably at least as safe if not safer than where you are now.
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Sshortwander replied to the thread Solo Female Traveller?.Ah amazing!! Safe travels and hope to run into you :)
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SI'm in a similar situation to you - solo woman starting at SJPDP on 25 April. I've had the usual questions - who are you going with? Is it safe, being made to feel like I have to justify my decision. I've done a lot of research and feel I will...
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SI feel more "safe" walking on the camino then I do walking in my home town. I'm sorry that your family is not supportive but you are an adult and can make your own decisions. The Camino Frances felt very safe to me but still one must always stay...
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