I've just caught up with this thread I started. It's interesting and eye opening to read the different perspectives. I don't feel the need to justify why I'm volunteering at a 'private' albergue that is actually donativo. What I can say is that I don't view this as a holiday and if I wanted a...
I asked to volunteer at Albergue Verde because it's a vegetarian albergue, and because I wanted to give back. Pilgrims go to private and association albergues. Private albergues still provide and incredible service. I chose private this time not for any other reason other than it's a beautiful...
I'm a vegetarian and found it really difficult on the Camino as very few places cater properly for vegetarians. Those albergues that do are definitely a treasure! There are a few and hopefully over the next few years there will be more. :)
I'm getting excited as only 2 days until my next adventure. Packing has begun! I'm having a giggle to myself because the backpack I am taking this time is smaller than the one I just walked Camino Frances with (June-July). I should just take a suitcase given that i'm volunteering at Albergue...
I stayed in Casa Corolo in O'Cebreiro. There are a few private options available if you can't stay in municipal albergue. There is a steep descent but not as bad as I expected.
Hello,
I'm in Bercianos del Camino tonight. Having an incredible time. Past 2 days have been full on with rain & strong head winds. Temperature is cool so walking the Meseta doesn't feel so challenging once you get your head around the wind!
I'm planning a rest day in Astorga and wondered if...
Thanks for info. Apparently they only have a room for 4. I'll stay in one of the albergues. Spent 3 nights at Cordon Hotel in Burgos and blew my budget :)
The hotel called & they won't take a booking for a single person. All good. Will stay elsewhere in Hornillos. Do you know a good private albergue as I understand the municiple is 'crammed'.
Is El Molino worth the extra time it takes for them to pick you up & drop you back in Hornillos next morning? I've been told by friends that I shouldn't miss it. Anyone else experienced it recently? Thanks :)
I'm staying in a hotel in Burgos as having 2 rest days. I need a new credential as my other one is full. Where can I get one? I can't find the pilgrim info office. I've looked around the cathedral square as I was told it was there. Any help would be great. Thanks :)
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