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  1. Sheesh

    First time on Camino, is the route doable?

    Personally I tend not to do full rest days but, if needed, shorter days of say 10-14 km, starting a little later and ending earlier in the day. I may take a full day off in one of the larger cities, such as Burgos or Leon, possibly Logrono, but that is on a longer camino. On a week-long...
  2. Sheesh

    First time on Camino, is the route doable?

    And as you pass through Molinaseca, check out the Image of the Buddha carved into a living tree. No detour from the route required, but it's easy to miss: You can read about it in this thread: https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/japan-comes-to-molinaseca.68244/
  3. Sheesh

    First time on Camino, is the route doable?

    I really enjoy Astorga but, agreeing with the advice you have received thus far, you should be able to see it's sites within one day and then use that extra day to slowly wend your way down the mountain. It is a tough path, especially if wet, so take your time and walking poles will really...
  4. Sheesh

    Dentist in Burgos

    Oh dear, I'm so sorry to hear of this on top of the other 'issues' affecting your walk. I hope a forum member is along shortly to provide a firsthand recommendation. Meanwhile the advice above is good, and also you might have luck inquiring at the Argencia de Turismo. Surely they would have...
  5. Sheesh

    Need to ship stuff home

    Though I have no knowledge specifically for the Viana Correos, I have shipped things home from Santiago post office. And yes they did have boxes and tape. Hope you are likewise lucky at the Correos in Viana.
  6. Sheesh

    Packing List: Welcome All Comments!

    That is a very lean and disciplined packing list. Kudos to you. One item I don't see, and one that I always take, is a lightweight bandana, 25 grams. I like to douse mine in water and tie around my neck when it is super hot. It can also be draped over the head, or tied around the eyes to...
  7. Sheesh

    Am I packing too much?

    Unless you are slathering your legs with sunscreen and reapplying throughout the day, the long pants offer more sun protection and you can roll them up to capri length, when conditions are right, to get some air flow. Were it me, I would take the long pants and the shorts. Also, if you have...
  8. Sheesh

    Painful corns on foot - any advice?

    The placement of your corns are different to where my "ouchies" are. But like you, I have found that the pressure from some bandages etc, while meant to aide - did anything but that. So I am glad to hear that your own adjustments have provided much relief. Hopefully the podiatrist can make...
  9. Sheesh

    Painful corns on foot - any advice?

    @psalmone1 where on your feet are the corns?
  10. Sheesh

    No room at the inn (Najera)

    Isn't Hospederia Cistercience in Santo Domingo de la Calzada?
  11. Sheesh

    Afraid of top bed without fence

    In 2013, when I stayed at Albergue San Antonio de Padua in Mazarife, not only did the bunks not have railings, not all had ladders either. Since all the lowers were taken, I chose a top bunk alongside a wall and secured the moveable ladder to the frame with my bandana. Didn't get much sleep...
  12. Sheesh

    Help! Transport to Belorado

    You could get an Alsa bus from the airport to either Burgos or Logrono. And from either of those cities, you can get a Jimenez bus to Belorado. Either way it will be a long day for you after, I assume, a transatlantic flight.
  13. Sheesh

    News from the Camino

    Yes, one may be an experienced pilgrim with multiple treks under the belt, but this is a forum where "past pilgrims share and future pilgrims learn" and those future pilgrims may see a comment and not understand the context. They might be very concerned to read of an inflated price for an item...
  14. Sheesh

    Packing - edition one

    I think your list looks very good Sarah. Personally I wouldn't take the emergency poncho or the hand warmers but, that said, your total weight is good, so if they make you happy - take them. I'm sure I have things on my packing list that others would advise me to ditch. ;) Do you have a...
  15. Sheesh

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the CF for Teresa

    This might be an option for you @MARSKA: Get the La Estellesa bus from Pamplona to Legarda. There is a bus leaving at 10:00 and another at 13:30 on Sunday, and the ride takes 20 minutes. The bus doesn't actually go into the hamlet of Legarda, but lets you off on the highway opposite it...
  16. Sheesh

    Bugs / Insects on Route Frances

    I've only ever been troubled with flies, and then only on occasion. One might do the whole walk and not encounter them, but when they are around - its a real beetch. Next time I will be taking my 40 gram net that even covers my ball cap. Something like this:
  17. Sheesh

    Where to buy an electric kettle

    Sweet, I'm glad you found what you were looking for.
  18. Sheesh

    RIP @annakappa

    Oh no, such sad news. She was such a 'giver' on this forum. Her posts will continue to inspire and inform future pereginos. May she rest in peace and may her memory be a blessing.
  19. Sheesh

    Bar Etiquette

    When stopping at a bar/cafe for morning cafe con leche and slice of tortilla etc, I would generally order at the counter, wait for the items and then take them to a table. If the bar is not busy, often one is not charged upon ordering but rather when leaving. If that were the case, I would...
  20. Sheesh

    Best route into Burgos

    Does anyone know if the Jimenez bus runs from Villafranca Montes de Oca to Castañares? On their website it looks like it does, but some recent comments on the Forum have me questioning. And if it does, where is the bus stop in Castañares?

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