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  1. J

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Is the mask required in the albergue and while sleeping?

    I am wondering if the mask is required inside the albergue and in bed for sleeping? I suppose that the mask is required in the Albergue but I wonder in bed? This question is for the people currently walking the Camino. Perhaps the rules are different in each Albergue?
  2. J

    Health insurance while "Caminoing" during the Covid

    I realized that even with the 2 vaccines doses against the Covid, I am not Shure at 100 percent that I will not get it while "Caminoing" in Spain. For those that perchase health insurance for traveling this summer or fall. Are you protected again any sickness due to Covid. Or it is on your...
  3. J

    Do you carry an umbrella for the Camino?

    Do you think that an umbrella is necessary in Spain from June to September to protect you from the 🌞 SUN? On Camino français (Messeta) and on the Via de la Plata were you have long sun exposition and no forest protection. What is you experience on the Camino?
  4. J

    Gore tex shoes or boots?

    Do you think that shoes or boots with Gor Tex is necessary? What is you experience on the Camino?
  5. J

    The mediatization of the Camino and its impacts on the pilgrimage

    This study on the mediatization of the Camino de Compostela have important impacts on the pilgrimage itself compared to the ancient way without these tools. In the past internet and web and cellphone did not exist and have an impact on the pilgrims itself. I would love to read what you think...
  6. J

    First Camino de Compostela used?

    I read today that the first Camino ever walk was the Norte then continuing on the Primitivo. If this is true? Why is the Camino Francés so popular?. Is there an historical reason for that? Sorry I should have keep the source of the article.
  7. J

    Aljucen Easter procession

    This video has been produce in Aljucen on Easter day weekend in 2019 while walking de Via de la plata camino. Most of the people carryings the religious modules are pilgrims that I meet while walking de camino. All the people of Aljucen were present during this procession. It was very...
  8. J

    Camino with the most nature / forest

    Good day In the past I have walk the camino Norte, Vía de la Plata, Primitivo and Portuguese. In all these camino's there is a mix of walking on the street and in the nature/forest. For example there is a lot of walking on the street while doing the Norte. From your experience what are the...
  9. J

    A winter camino? Why not!

    I love to walk a making photography too. I did 3 camino's in the past in spring and in fall and I wonder how it would be in winter? I imagine that the camino france must be very impressive in winter and the landscapes incredible!!! I am targeting the end of 2021 or the beginning of 2022...
  10. J

    A Reservation system for the Camino de Santiago (Galicia only)

    https://www.cope.es/emisoras/galicia/a-coruna-provincia/santiago/noticias/xunta-prepara-una-app-para-reservas-albergues-publicos-del-camino-santiago-20200611_762341?fbclid=IwAR3WH30rwgVo-afLmRW6b_ShVyiqBoFldnkMjEtMOehxeA9-QIRZ05N6unI A Reservation système will take care of all the beds...
  11. J

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Simulation inside a plane with Covid

    Recently I received a lot of publicity from various airlines companies that indicate all the safety measures they are taking to protect the flying passenger and inviting me to travel. This really intrigued me and I did some research on the subject and I just found a video made by a university...
  12. J

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Medical Insurance while traveling in Spain

    I am considering a walking Trip on the Camino toward the end of this year and I am wondering about medical travel insurance. Now that the Covid 19 is a pre-existing condition or situation I am wondering if it is possible to protect myself with some insurance while away? I fear that if I go and...
  13. J

    The CELL PHONE Pilgrims!

    There is something that is bothering me a lot on the Camino I have walk. It is the CELL PHONE Pilgrims! These pilgrims never talk to others because there nose will be in the phone if lost! In restaurants they have no contact with others because there noses are in there phones,! Others...
  14. J

    Help on a New multi task back pack?

    Good day all! I did a lot of visits in different stores and on internet to find the magic pack sac that I could use on the Camino and also for other trips. I am looking for a pack sac that is in the 35 liters area with a possibility to expand a bit to 40 if need be for more flexibility. The...
  15. J

    Any suggestion for place to sleep in Porto?

    Bom día! I am currently in Porto and looking for a place to stay on the night of November 20 and 21? I am looking for a solo room before starting walking the Camino Portuguese. Thank you for your help!
  16. J

    Where to purchase an altus rain poncho in Lisbon?

    I will be in Lisbon on november 11 and I am trying to locate a store to purchase an Altus rain poncho? I found 2 places in Canada to purchase one but they are twice the price here including tax. I notice that in Spain including the vat they are half price. Do you have any suggestions were I...
  17. J

    Starting Portuguese from Lisbon on nov 15

    Good day all, I will start the camino Portuguese on mid november from Lisbon and I would like to get suggestions for a private accomodation for 2 days in Lisbon that is not to expensive? I do have a poncho that I used in my last Caminos and I am wondering if I should not replace it by the...
  18. J

    3 youngs sisters are walking the camino for the first time

    This short video (1.4 minute) present 3 youngs sisters that are walking the camino for the first time and are spontaneously cleaning it while walking, Very positive and inspiring for the future!
  19. J

    La ruta del peregrino

    A short video in spanish of a man walking de camino. You can see the garbages left on the camino, very sad...
  20. J

    What suggestions would you make to improve the camino journey?

    While keeping the spirit of the camino, what suggestions would you make to improve this journey? I would suggest to have benchs install on the Via de la Plata. Currently there is nothing and a minimum should be available.

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