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Re: Re: Re: Frances alone or with boyfriend...
Seems like a solid basis for comparing the two options...
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The first day was long and challenging indeed. It was, however, also very exciting and beautiful. You have completely fresh legs and a strong anticipation, curiosity and desire to get started. All of which counters the hardship of the stage. I wouldn't worry too much. Just be sure to get up so...
In fact we have both been surprised by the amount of physical challenge on the Camino that, while it shouldn't be neglected, was a lot smaller than we had expected. Age and normal physical activity are great factors of course, but neither me nor my girlfriend are overly sporty, and you're not...
She has been doing surprisingly good. She is carrying about 8 or 9kgs(plus water), of which 1100grams are the pack. We did in fact only train once, doing 15km with packs, but she was in fair shape when we left. She isn't a super athlete, but does the usual spinning and bodypump. In the...
Coldweather. All the arguments for going alone is based on wanting to go alone. Wanting to go faster than the other. Wanting to be free of responsibility for another person. If these things are what keeps you going fine. Just don't act like it's the only way. In a relationship you have to make...
I started in St. Jean with my girlfriend and we're currently 130km from Santiago. We're 23 and 24. I guess people who preach solitude are mainly people who have tried just that. I'm used to hiking. Either alone or with my mates. She has never been into it, but that's hardly the main issue. Going...
I syntes there last night and enjoyed it. Very cozy place with good facilities. Only minuses are the price(9€) and the very noisy metal bunk beds.
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