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  1. Pablo Mac

    Trains from Madrid to Astorga

    I caught a train in 2014 from Madrid to Astorga changing at Leon . I assume this is still possible . Check Renfe.es closer to the time . I also remember there being the option of a bus direct from the airport to Astorga . I opted for the train as Im not a lover of buses !!
  2. Pablo Mac

    October statistics

    I'd imagine it may reach a level eventually where a permit system will be necessary.Unless interest in it begins to dwindle. Which doesn't look likely at the moment. The people of the world are hungry for more than food and reality TV.
  3. Pablo Mac

    Advice on coastal route from Porto versus internal route

    I have to echo andycohn ,one of the chief attractions for me on the camino is the social aspect and historical towns. These are sadly a little lacking on the coast. There are far fewer pilgrims and there were days when we were enveloped in mist all day. That said there are some really beautiful...
  4. Pablo Mac

    How did the camino provide for you?

    I met a girl in 2012 on the Camino Frances .We clicked immediately with a similar sense of humour and a definite spark . My romantic heart was smitten whilst my pragmatic head screamed No !!! For although we were sharing a journey together, we called opposite ends of the earth home ,she's...
  5. Pablo Mac

    Sept.-Oct. 2017 pilgrims: check in!

    Starting from Porto on Sept 28th ! Paul(Irish), Jess(Aussie) and Jane(U.S) on the coastal route :)
  6. Pablo Mac

    Salute to Santiago

    That's the idea :)
  7. Pablo Mac

    CF 2017

    Ah to be starting the first one again :). Enjoy it ..stop and smell the flowers ..youll be looking back on it fondly for years :) Buen Camino.
  8. Pablo Mac

    Salute to Santiago

    To the inevitable butterflies. To the airside aroma of aviation. To the first glimpse of potential pellegrinos. To the staging point of innumerable first steps, St Jean. To the first light of the first day. To the easy introductions over shared endeavours. To the awe inspiring vistas. To the...
  9. Pablo Mac

    walking camino portuguese from tui

    Hola Stefystar Made it to Santiago alright, got in around 12 midday on thurs 15th . I started in Barcelos . Alas,I am now back home in Ireland wishing I booked more time off ! What a beautiful route though ,with some amazing pilgrims, thoroughly recommend it to anyone considering a week to 10...
  10. Pablo Mac

    Winter for this future peregrina

    I think Leon or Astorga are good start options . I'd probably go for Leon , it would be a shame not to see its stunning cathedral , it's a good option for a beginner distance wise and for services / accommodation and company at that time of year . That's my 2 cents on the matter :) . Whatever...
  11. Pablo Mac

    LIVE from the Camino In Larrasoana and loving it

    You're in for an amazing experience Tommy ..enjoy every step . Hail hail . ;)
  12. Pablo Mac

    Porto on Sept 8th

    Hopefully we'll all get to share a vino along the way ..can't wait to get moving !! Looking forward to having the sun on my back , the dust on my boots and nothing on my mind (",)
  13. Pablo Mac

    Porto on Sept 8th

    Staring from Porto on Sept 8th after a visit to Fatima..hoping to make Santiago in 8 days , has anyone done this ? Will I be pushing it too much ? I'm reasonably fit although its a while since I've done a 30 k day .
  14. Pablo Mac

    walking camino portuguese from tui

    Starting from Porto on 8th ..hoping to be in Santiago by 15th . May cross your path along the way :)
  15. Pablo Mac

    Sad death of Irish pilgrim after completing the Oviedo route.

    RIP "Life is a great sunrise. I do not see why death should not be an even greater one." - Vladimir Nabokov
  16. Pablo Mac

    Taking my 14yr old son

    Astorga is a good place to start for a 10 day walk to Santiago , you'll also get to see some of the most beautiful stages and cruz de ferro :) . I think you can get to Astorga by train from Santiago .
  17. Pablo Mac

    Foodie finds on the Camino!!

    Also I seem to remember having the most amazing roast lamb in Hotel El Cid in front of Burgos cathedral . In no way cheap ..but worth it for a treat :)
  18. Pablo Mac

    Foodie finds on the Camino!!

    Spain is all about the TAPAS/PINXOS . Its a completely different attitude to evening dining than we are accustomed to in other western cultures . I love food and have eaten in some amazing restaurants in many parts of the world ..but to try to compare an evening in Pamplona, San Sebastian or...
  19. Pablo Mac

    LIVE from the Camino Warning - you may need to book ahead

    Michelin do a great one ..its very small and light ..With distances and most of stage info you need . You should find it online.
  20. Pablo Mac

    Dublin Airport....

    One more tip . Inform check in state side that you'd like to be seated as close to front of plane as possible . Should mean you'll be nearer to front of queue at passport control. :cool:

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