I am on the camino at the moment. I have stayed in hotels or pensions every night and have had my bag transported every day. I had the same apprehensions about being judged, but I have not experienced judgement from anyone. I am surprised at the number of people who are staying in private...
In Leon I stayed at Hotel Q!H. It is next to the cathedral and all rooms have a view of the cathedral. They allowed me to check in at 1030 when I arrived off the train. Great location, lovely rooms
Flew into Madrid last Friday from Australia. Caught the subway to Puerta de Sol where I stayed at Hotel Alhambra Suites. Caught a taxi to Charmartin station the following morning and took the train to Leon. Very easy to get around. Would recommend taking the train - I enjoyed it
Bill, have thoroughly enjoyed your blog, thanks for sharing. I am leaving next Sunday from Leon. Just wondering, have you been using a tripod? Just not sure if I want/need to carry one. I am taking my DSLR (just cannot leave it behind!)
Cheers
Angela
Hi Suzanne. I'm Angela, a Kiwi living in Oz. Leaving Leon on 19th May, planning on stopping in Sarria on 28th for a rest day, so may see you along the way!
Nope, apparently not illegal in Australia. Qantas have changed my flight too, meaning I miss my connecting flights from Perth to Singapore, to Dubai then Madrid!
Roger, I'll be walking alone, starting in Leon 19th May. I'll be the slow (unfit) one with the forum badge and kiwi flag on my pack. So don't whiz past me, stop for a chat :lol:
Thanks Seamus, makes perfect sense. I was planning to ramp up the training a bit during the last 2 weeks but now you've explained it, that would not be a good idea!
(Quote was from Sagalout up the page)
Thanks, Angela
I too, am starting from Leon in May. After 2 nights in Madrid I was planning to catch the 0730 train to Leon but it seems Sunday is the only day it doesn't run at that time. Or could it be that it is booked out already? (Or am I looking in the wrong place?). Can anyone recommend if it is better...
I have read a lot on this forum about the 'boring slog out of Leon along the senda,' and wonder why more people have not opted for the path via Villar de Mazarife? Is it because of the lack of facilities? Or is it a harder walk? It is more appealing to me so I would appreciate your thoughts /...
I am using a luggage transport service as I have a 5 week tour of Europe once I finish the Camino (also I have very dodgy knees). Does using a transport service preclude me from staying in alburges?
I have considered Rabanal, but was trying to avoid a 30/32km day the following day to get to Ponferrada. Trying to keep my days around 25/28km. Thanks for your help
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