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Re - security of pacer poles.
I wrap red and white reflective tape (from hardware store) around the top segment of my poles, below the handle. It makes them easily identifiable (so no-one takes them by mistake) and also reflects lights of approaching cars when walking along roads on dark or...
Hello Michael from Dublin! Did you used to work for Aer Lingus and now work at a Dublin art gallery?
I think my husband and I (Australians) may have met you on the Via de La Plata in October 2019 on a dreadfully hot day on the way to Monasterio. (You asked people to stop you if you ever wanted...
We walked the VDLP (Seville to Santiago) via the Sanabres in October/November 2019. It was absolutely scorching for the first ten days or so.
While weather varies from year to year, be aware that October can still be dangerously hot - 35 degrees by 10.30am. Pilgrims have to manage the...
Hi Chef66
We walked the VDLP in October/November last year.
While it will undoubtedly be cooler if you start walking in November, you’ll still have to manage the challenges of long distances between any food/water/shelter and linitedin many sections. In particular, watch out for the 28km section...
Hi Woody66
We walked the Portuguese Senda Litoral in June 2018 and would recommend Porto and Baiona as places to spend an extra day:
Porto - wonderful architecture, fabulous food and historical port wine warehouses
Baiona - beautiful coastal town with lots of accommodation, great restaurants...
Crocs Cleo sandals. Inexpensive, compact, ultra-light weight and very comfortable. I’ve used them on four Caminos. Great for wearing in the shower and sturdy enough for wandering around at the end of the day.
Finished VDLP (including Camino Sanabres) late last year (2019) - started from Seville at end of September and reached Santiago in early November. While it may depend on time of year, there were definitely not regular or always reliable water points. With temperatures reaching up to forty...
Hello Pilgy
My husband and I completed the Via de La Plata and Camino Sanabres three months ago in November 2019.
While most people used Apps,
we were the rare dinosaurs with guide books. We used Kelly 2018 and Wise Pilgrim 2019 (which were both very light and complemented each other). We were...
Apologies. Can’t help you out on Edo/Tokyo guide.
However was wondering if you can advise English language website and guidebook for the 88 Temples Pilgrimage? (Have been looking for English self-guide info without success)
Thanking you in advance
RNC
Check the tourist shops on the Rua do Vila (near cathedral side entrance) close to the Hotel Rua Villa. I bought an Ibili brand pack there with two different sized metal stencils. https://www.toquedechef.com/en/pastry/411-stencil-cross-of-the-order-of-santiago--8411922082463.html
Husband and I (Australians) walked Le Puy to Santiago, starting in early April 2018. Recommend being prepared for everything from snow to rain and heat. We walked through two days of falling snow on and around the Aubrac plateau. Rain and subsequent mud also made some of the steep climbs up and...
Hi Liz. Another Aussie here. We walked Le Puy route last year. Flew to London, then EasyJet from London to Lyon. We were booked on a train from Lyon to Le Puy, but ended up getting there by bus instead due to train strikes. Enjoy the walk; it is beautiful (and hilly!). Make sure you carry...
Hi Africa
Like Kanga, I don't think you can go past Aarn for sheer comfort. I've tried lots of different packs and once came close to buying an Osprey, but when you try them loaded up with weight, there is no comparison. As one reviewer said, you don't carry an Aarn, you wear it.
I have a...
I make this regularly and find the recipe gets the right balance between the liquid (eggs) and the dry ingredients (almond meal). Others I've tried have tended to be too dry and hard and stuck to the pan badly. You cld add almond essence or adjust zest to suit your taste.
I would really...
This recipe works for me every time - just need to make sure you grease and flour the pan really well. It's wonderful served with double cream and a sherry!
Tarta de Santiago Recipe, a Spanish Almond Cake
Ingredients
1/2 pound (1 3/4 cups) ground almonds/almond meal
6 large eggs, separated
1...
Hi Elisha - your list looks really good.
In regard to a good bra for the Camino, have you considered Berlei? These are readily available in Australia. They're very comfortable, come with or without underwire and the black colour is ideal for hand washing (and they dry quickly). I've used...
Some recommendations on fabulous food on the Camino Frances.
- Tortilla
- Chorizo
- Garlic Soup
- Roast lamb/Roast pork
- Steak - sliced up and cooked on a hot stone at your table
- Pulpo (Octopus)
- Cheese with honey in Galicia
- Chiparones (small fried squid)
- Gambas al ajillo (Garlic prawns)...
Hi Richard
My husband and I are huge fans of Aarn packs. We each used the PA (large and small respectively) on the Camino Frances and have balance pockets to add on for other camping trips when we need to carry more gear and food.
I've not used the FF, but think you'd find either pack very...
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