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  1. ChloeRose

    Thoroughly depressing

    Oh no! I had the same reaction when I moved cross-country to the rainy West-coast... Maybe plan your next Camino with a few flexible days of 'leisure'. If it rains again so thoroughly you can wait it out in a beautiful city. Wish I'd had an extra day in Pamplona!
  2. ChloeRose

    Training schedule for the busy

    Wow! I think you'll be fine. Even folks with no prep make it work after a couple days; you get fit fast! More than the fatigue, you'll want to watch out for your knees. I doubt your bootcamp routine is preparing you for the intense downhill portions. I strongly suggest buying hiking poles, they...
  3. ChloeRose

    What did it mean to you?

    Beyond all the physical and simplifying advantages of the Camino, I grew a lot personally by introducing myself to new people every day. I learned more about myself every time, just based off the conversations I had about my life and career choices. Did I really want to be doing X? I started...
  4. ChloeRose

    Weather at Roncesvalles

    That's nuts! Makes me want to try a winter Camino though. If properly prepared it would be a a very cool trip!
  5. ChloeRose

    Paella

    Delicious! I miss my Camino diet :)
  6. ChloeRose

    Tipping etc

    If you don't tip, they won't call you on it like they do in the US or in Canada. But! Avoiding embarrassment shouldn't be anyone's reason for tipping. A little extra change goes a long way, whether or not it's normal :) Buen Camino!
  7. ChloeRose

    Let's talk weight... BODY weight

    I started my Camino at 120 pounds and gained about 5-8 pounds of muscle over the 3 months I walked. I probably lost a couple pounds in the first week or two, mostly because my body wasn't used to taking in enough calories (that changed fast!) Great food and endless exercise! I've never been so...
  8. ChloeRose

    Anxious debate with myself about the Camino

    The best part of the Camino is the time it gives you to think about big questions like that... something of a catch 22! Definitely don't give everything up for the walk, it's not an answer to everything. But I guarantee you'll come out of it with more insight and a clearer picture of who you...
  9. ChloeRose

    Not Drinking and Meals

    Translation card is the way to go! I used one in Spain and all the hosts I stayed with were patient and respectful of my limited Spanish. Definitely make sure that the card includes the fact that you're allergic, that it's not just a preference. Buen Camino!

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