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1) The first time I walked the Frances, I used private rooms with a friend. I was 62, she 57. Both very healthy with no medications or issues. I really cannot recall having any fears about doing it. I am sure it was because I only had one month between learning about the Camino and actually...
I have had a couple of experiences (not camino related) but to which I solemnly swear had to do with "DIVINE" intervention. These were not mere dreams or premonitions but actually pulled from death or at least serious harm kind of experiences. I BELEIVE!!!!!!!!!!
This may be a silly question, but is it better to do the exchange before you leave or exchange in Spain?
Also for those who you the Schwab card, if you exchange before you leave are the fees reimbursed as well?
I was a couple of weeks ahead of you. My first and I have been obsessed ever since. Planned to go in 2020 but we all know how that turned out. All things going well, I plan to be back next May/June. Buen Camino!!!
I don't think everyone's "NEEDS" will ever be met. One of my "needs" would be to not see the mess that people already leave behind, let alone if they were allowed to wild camp along the routes.
I, too, used Jacotrans when I found it necessary to send my pack ahead a few days. I did not have any problems. When I got to my destination my bag was always there waiting for me.
I, too, have heard others say the same thing as your doctor. My FIL, who is in his mid-80's barely had any negative response at all. His doctor said it was because his immune system is so compromised already (he has a myriad of health issues. You must already be quite healthy,
Do you mean "religious" or "spiritual". Just because I don't subscribe to a particular religion does not mean I am not spiritual. For me it was a sense of peace and purpose. I found it to be a peaceful, purposeful place to delve into my inner self. To reflect on my spiritual, emotional and...
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