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Since I note your start date is a ways off I recommend reading several kindle books that may give you some more insights. They helped me. From what I’ve already understood yes, Spaniard custom is to start dinner around 9. Most pilgrims bedtime at albergues. Note there are numerous sleeping...
Landing in Madrid in 12 days so I have an idea how you feel. My latest project has been to use google maps to mark 88 and counting locations on the Camino Frances. This is even with me having six camino apps on my iPhone. Yesterday was a hard day training Hike so while I rest today my mind gets...
Great info for anyone not doing their due diligence about this trail. For my timeframe I am looking at Cold weather gear, rain, ultralight sleeping bag, etc. My complete load is now at 12 pounds including an REI comfortable but heavy pack at two pounds plus. I am planning on carrying no more...
If you are 64 now then a blast of the obvious to me is first (work) on retiring and spending time with your husband and then on walking the Camino. I read somewhere that it is in Americans psyche that we must walk the entire Camino. I agree. Must be a thru hike to get the full meal deal. And now...
Well it started that way. Since then my then ULA ultralight pack is now a new REI Flash 50, Merrill’s May also change, Mountain Hardwear windbreaker just got updated but, keeping the puffy lightweight down jacket. More to follow. My method is to throw things in a tough bin box and keep testing...
Flying from Los Angeles to Madrid May 25th 2019 on my first Camino. Planning to walk the Camino Frances and as of today with plans on ending in Finisterre. Giving myself just 44 days for this life altering experience that I have until now only read and viewed on YouTube. Member of the American...
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