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I don't know if this I itinerary would work for you but I am flying into Madrid on March 19 Nonstop from Chicago on an Iberian flight Which arrives at around 7:30 AM. It seems the ticket was somewhere just under $900 round-trip. I'm taking the train from Madrid to Leon which leaves at 11:30 AM...
I am so appreciative for all your posts!!! You've provided me with excellent ideas. Using the FEVE system is most appealing as I love trains. And, you've given me some wonderful ideas for places to stop and visit. Heartfelt thank you's!!! Buen Camino, Linda
Hello, all. My son and I hope to complete our Camino in Santiago on March 31. He must fly back to the States but I plan to stay in Spain 2-3 weeks longer before traveling on to visit a son who lives in Dublin. I'd like to find a quiet, inexpensive place somewhere between Santiago and Bilbao...
I too am planning to travel from Leon to Sarria. I've found train and bus web sites but am running into major difficulties getting the on-line systems to take my reservations and payment. My bank assures me there is no problem with my credit card; therefore, I can only assume the issue is within...
I bought the Marmot Pre-cip and agree with others it is a great, lightweight jacket. Haven't used it in pouring down rain so don't know how it would hold up in those conditions. I also bought the rain pants which I do plan to take as I will be walking this March and April. As there is so much...
Thanks for the suggestions Tia...Someone has also suggested a small pouch I can attach to my hip belt or shoulder straps...Getting closer to my departure date and I'm in serious training...from couch potato to trekker is simply amazing for me...walked 3 miles today without stopping....well at...
I'm starting the Camino from Leon March 21 and will be walking slowly, very slowly compared to most so when all ya'll catch up with me hope you'll say "hi." I'm that little old grandma from TN named Linda.
I, too, would like to see more posts from experienced hikers about gear as it is...
Whoops. Obviously I didn't read your post carefully. So sorry out dates won't coincide as I hope to be finished by the end of May and headed to Ireland for some much needed respite I'm sure. Whatever, I do wish you and your son the absolute finest experience together. Be blessed. Linda
Hello, from Cottage Grove, TN! So when are you leaving? I, too, am booked and ready to go and my son is going with me the first week of trekking and I also have family in Ireland I will be visiting afterward and I once lived briefly in Cookeville, TN. Now is that coincidental or what! :) I am...
Hi! I'm getting ready to start my first Camino at age 74 on March 20, but I'm starting from Leon. Like you, my family is being very supportive, especially my grandchildren; and as I train and prepare my gear I am getting more and more confident I can do this thing. I hope to be finished with my...
Hi! I'm starting my very first Camino on March 21, from Leon. I'd read that I would definitely need rain gear so I've purchased a rain jacket and pants. I guess when I get there if it looks like I might need a poncho or something, I can purchase one there. I'd also like to underscore what an...
I'm having the same struggles this morning. I will be arriving in Madrid March 20, 2013 and trying to figure out the simplest way to get on the Camino. I had thought to start in Burgos, but am now wondering if I should just do the last 100 k from Sarria. But getting to Sarria seems a bit more...
This is my first ever effort to do something like this. From true couch potato living in rural West Tennessee to a pilgrim walking the Camino in Spain is quite a jump. :D But, I'm excited and determined to do make this dream happen. So, I'm very busy now preparing gear within recommended weight...
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