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    Thoughts after my first Camino

    Thank you for this. Well, the best news is that my tendonitis was completely gone and I didn't have any issues with it the entire time. I was, however, very careful when going down parts of the Camino where there were lots of rocks and stones coupled with a steep descent. I relied on my trekking...
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    Language on the Camino

    Well, I speak 7 languages, and even the Europeans were impressed. :) I walked with Italians, all of whom could get by in English and a little Spanish but I'm grateful that I'm fluent in Italian. On the CF I got the impression that many hospitaleros and restaurant/bar staff were somewhat...
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    Thoughts after my first Camino

    I returned about a month ago from my first-ever Camino. Wow, what an incredible experience! I am so grateful to the many people on this forum who helped with advice, tips, encouragement, and practical information before my journey. What follows is a list of memories, in no particular order: 1...
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    Couldn't do it

    Haha, well I'd be glad to enjoy a good German beer (is there any other?) with you, @ewy . :) Buen Camino whenever you decide it's right to go.
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    Couldn't do it

    What great advice from all of these seasoned veterans! @ewy , welcome to the forum and may I also add my voice in saying I'm sad about your experience, too. I'm a total newbie and have been preparing and getting excited for my first Camino (which starts in 9 days!) for a little more than 6...
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    Albergue in Roncesvalles

    Thanks, I also booked ahead, I corresponded with someone there and he said some days are already full up, so I didn't want to take chances. Even with 200 beds on offer, the place can fill up.
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    Roncesvalles

    I actually just tried to make a reservation there and after the credit card transaction failed 3 times in a row for unknown reasons, I phoned and was told by the very nice gentleman that I shouldn't worry about a reservation given that they have 200 beds. :) First Camino lesson learned: don't...
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    Nervous wreck looking to start mid-August 2017

    Welcome to the forum from another Northern VA-er. :)I'm leaving for Spain two weeks from today on my very first Camino. This forum is an amazing resource and others, more experienced than I, have given you great advice and tips. Do follow them! I'm a little bit anxious, but not as much afraid...
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    Be careful booking bus on Alsa app

    That's great! I've taken buses many times in Spain and I *usually* didn't buy ahead of time, but this trip is a little different for me so I booked ahead just to be on the safe side. I've been told that summer is a busy season and I'm anxious to get to SJPdP on time.
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    Be careful booking bus on Alsa app

    I also booked through them and am planning to print everything out. Don't want to take any chances.
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    Don't sweat the packing list

    As another famous Irishman (Oscar Wilde) said, "Life is too important to be taken seriously."
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    Don't sweat the packing list

    I thought it was "men sweat, women glisten." :p
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    Don't sweat the packing list

    Thank you, it's a very good list. There's a typo in the first line, however. The expression is "...poring over," not "pouring" (unless you're talking about wine, water, etc.). :D I'm glad you recommended Icebreaker (though, being Kiwis, you might be a *bit* biased). I purchased several items...
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    Mean, uncompromising mind

    LOL! :p My wife and I are fond of that expression, but we add something at the end, i.e. "It's like OCD, but the letters are in the right order, like they should be!"
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    Corazón Puro message

    This really seems to be a shame, the new establishment appears to be trading off Istvan and Barbara's long-established business name and reputation. But for their family's medical issue, they'd still be there running it. I wonder if the new owners would consider either changing the name or...
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