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I have had three flights cancelled at the last minute with no offers of rebooking or any link on how to be refunded. I never fly Iberia anymore to and from US/Spain. They are getting worse and worse. This began in 2018 and then again for two more flights in 2022. I also had to rebook my...
I stayed at Senator Barajas. They have a free airport shuttle and two restaurants, drinks are good and food is edible. Rooms were clean and spacious. Desk clerk is available 24 hours a day if you have any questions or need help with anything. Taxi is usually stationed right out front if the...
I absolutely love the brand “10 seconds to comfort”. They have different models which can help support all types of feet. I use the arch support version. They may be a bit more expensive, but they last for well over a year without compromising the integrity of the insole. Super comfortable. My...
Hi, I offer this suggestion with hopes it finds you prior to your departure. I often (always) arrive in SdC at 11:30 at night from Barcelona. There's an albergue called Mundoalbergue that has been my home away from home for the past 8 years and they always welcome me late and frazzled from 20+...
The owners name is Joseph and he speaks English. He’s always very prompt when answering email questions or reservation requests. You may already know this, but it’s across from the pilgrims office making it easy to find. You’ll be certain to receive a warm welcome and a great dinner. It’s a...
It is very very true. The camino is a great experience and a beautiful place to be, but I would have never picked this route had I any idea how hard finding a bed is every night. I have walked 8 caminos and this is my third Frances. It has never been this crowded. And I am on the camino right...
I have walked seven Caminos with my Deuter Futura SL 40L. I began my first camino with an osprey, but I wasn't able to get comfortable with it on my shoulders. I felt like the shoulder straps were a little strange. I often felt really weighed down by my bag, specifically on my shoulders. I...
I would encourage you to have a letter from your prescribing doctor listing the name of each medicine used, frequency, milligram, plus the Latin name in addition to the common name used in your country. An example would be, Xanax is alprazolam. In addition add your name age and the aliments that...
Wow. That’s genius. I swear every hike I go I scan the terrain for thee perfect walking stick. Straight, strong, lightweight, and smooth on the hands. Imagine that, I could’ve saved time spent looking for flowers or mountains instead of foraging through woodland debris!! Still some habits are...
Yes but the days the angst is soon forgotten when I'm reunited with my true country. This separation anxiety subsides and the power of love makes my heart full heart and spirit renewed. I will be Spanish in every sense one day. Just wait and see. I'm a warrior.
I have been trying to move to Spain for the past five years. I've read everything I could read on it. I searched everywhere, the library, online, at the Consulate, at the Civil Guardia, just trying to learn everything I could and praying for loop holes or a path of least resistance. I can...
Gaiters 100%. They keep your pants clean and dry. Boot laces are covered which helps keep your boots dry inside. I have chosen these over waterproof pants on many a Camino.
Buen Camino
Gaiters.. love em in the rain and love em in the sun.They can be water tight or highly breathable and are available in various weights and lengths to fine tune your concerns/needs with comfort. I bought Outdoor Research verglas gaiters for my last camino in early April and they kept my boots dry...
I couldn’t agree more. Rain hushes the everyday sounds around me. The world becomes softer and the forests look shiny green. I love walking in the rain. The quiet beauty of nature on a rainy day is a gift. Letting go of trying to stay dry will help lightens the heaviest of our troubles. Give in...
Don't bring extra anything, except socks and undies. Spain has stores for anything you may have forgotten to pack, but boots should be worn in and ready to keep your feet happy. Two pair will shorten your days and possibly your trip. Extra weight can harm your knees, ankles, and back after time.
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