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Well, it was supposed to be. Tomorrow my 13 year old grandson and I were scheduled to board the big bird and fly to Spain to begin our adventure from Sarria to SdC. But, alas, it was not to be. The evil critter known as Covid-19 has had it's evil way with our long made plans.
But fear not, for...
I just tried for the first time to post a photo and totally messed it up. Too bad, it was accompanied by such a clever missive. Will try again later, I hope.
So, here we were on April 30, my two youngest progeny, son-in-law and I at the beginning of a six day walk from Sarria to Santiago. Yes, we booked with a tour company. Yes, we had luggage transferred and carried only day packs. Yes, we had guaranteed rooms waiting at the end of each day.
I...
I want to make the purchase in Santiago. Any suggestions as to where? Is there a second hand store where such items are sold or is new the only option? Thanks in advance.
Tio
Okay,
I pulled the trigger and booked my flight to Madrid. Gonna train it to Pamplona and take off from where I left off last year. Lighter pack and slower pace. Hope to get at least to Burgos in eleven days or so.
Can/will anyone recommend a good, not too expensive hotel or hostal near the...
Hola,
I read (somewhere) that applying Superglue or liquid bandage to a hot spot is an effective blister prevention regimen.
Your thoughts?
Gracias,
Tio
Hola,
I'm going to continue my Camino in Septemer 2012, from about the 5th until about the 20th. My passport expires in April 2013. Does Spain require a certain number of months remaining to admit a traveller?
Thanks,
Tio
A few months back the airfare from Denver to Madrid for September was about $1600 (per Kayak). Today it's $806. Oh yeah! Gonna hit the Camino come this late summer.
So I'm getting ready now. I walked six miles yesterday, mostly on concrete. Hurts like mad today. I have been hitting the treadmill at the gym, absolutely no comparison. I don't want to repeat the mistakes of last September so I'll suck up the pain and get it done. The plan is to hike with a...
I have heard that there is now a train that runs directly from Barajas Airport in Madrid to Atocha Station. Could/would someone in the know please enlighten me and provide any details/
Many thanks.
Tio
I don't want to hurt anyone's feelings or sense of loyalty but here goes. I arrived in St Jean late in the evening last September. The pilgrim office was closed and the albuergue just across the street was full. The one just next door had vacancies so I decided to check it out.
The owner had me...
Hola all,
This past September I walked from St. Jean to Pamplona. I'm eager to pick up where I left off, giving myself two weeks to hoof it from Pamplona to Burgos. I'm thinking I'll fly to Burgos, train it to Pamplona and walk back to Burgos (or a little farther, depending).
Would you share...
Good Evening and Happy New year to all:
I read in a post, I think on this forum, that the older version of Brierley's guide is now available on line. I believe it's the 2010 6th Edition. I have the book but would love to be able to pick out particular pages. In fact, I must confess, I actually...
Hola,
I managed to get three days done (Pamplona) a couple of weeks ago. Already planning to go back for more as time allows. Can anyone tell me where along the route I would find airports? I'd prefer to fly open jawed rather than rely on trains and busses.
Gracias,
Tio
"You load sixteen pounds, and whadda ya get?"
Locked and loaded, ready to head out, four pounds below the recommended weight limit. It still feels kinda heavy. Should be on the Camino on the morning of September 23.
Even though I'm a semi-seasoned hiker, I'm still apprehensive but have adopted...
Amigos,
I will need to get to Barcelona after a four or five day walk from SJPDP (this time). Can you provide any guidance as to train,bus, bus then train, hitch hiking (last resort), etc.?
Your wisdom borne of experience is much appreciated.
Tio
but i've seen conflicting advice.
I arrive in Biarritz around 1500. My latest understanding is that the #6 bus will take me to the train station and from there by rail to StJ.
Correct?
I head out on the Camino on the morning of 9-22. Ojala!
Thanks for any replies.
Tio
Hola,
The plan for Tio is to walk about seven or eight days of the Camino in September, not sure of the dates as yet. Going to start in St Jean and see where it takes me.
I've done a lot of hiking in Colorado and only recently started using hiking poles. I used them on Mt. Killi and a...
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