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  1. Dennis Tam

    Camino Frances in 57 days!

    Hi Gail, If you have a few days at Santiago, do consider to visit other towns within the Galicia province. A few years ago the Spainish national train company REFREN has this promotion deal on for pilgrims: 80 Euros for a 3 days of unlimited train pass to travel within the Galicia province...
  2. Dennis Tam

    Looking for three Canadians

    Hello Dan, I am from Winnipeg and belong to the Winnipeg Camino chapter. I think I might of know those 3 pilgrims, let me find out from the local chapter. Please private message me. Buen Camino, Dennis
  3. Dennis Tam

    2016 September/October Peregrinos Departures

    Sept. 16 - CF (St. Jean) - Dennis Tam & Jim Rondeau. Let's share a cup of cafe con lache or say hi along the way if you seen us. We also will be bring a small medical kit to treat blister if anyone needs it. Learn a few things from previous Caminos. Buen Camino!
  4. Dennis Tam

    Vegetarianism on the Camino

    Every couple days you will be walking by towns that have well stocked large grocery stores. You can buy peanut butter there if you ran out, save you to carry extra weight. I always carry a bag of mix nuts and a large bar of chocolate (Valour is my favour) for energy. There are plenty of bars...
  5. Dennis Tam

    Vegetarianism on the Camino

    Hello Mike, I am also a vegetarian did Ok during my various Camino trips. By buying food from local tienda/store and cooking my meal at the Albergue, I managed fine. There are always items in the store that one can pull together a non meat dinner. It can be a bunch of greens with a can of chick...
  6. Dennis Tam

    Recipes for 12

    Hola Annie, During my first Camino, I cooked for 10 pilgrims for a total of 25 Euros. The cost for each of us was 2.50 Euro, about the price for a cup of café con lache. We used a combination of can goods and fresh vegetable, whatever is available at the local tiny tienda. Since then on all my...
  7. Dennis Tam

    THANK YOU to All on This Forum Who Help We "Rookie Pilgrims"

    Hi Dan, The Camino will be unlike anything you have experienced. Enjoy everything it has to offer, because there aren't any more adventures like this. Buen Camino!
  8. Dennis Tam

    3.5 Weeks Away from My Camino...Packing Items/ Weight...Is 8.5 Kg a lot?

    Hi Dan, here is what I used as my day pack during my Camino. It is super light and can be folded into size of a fist. I use it to carry food back to the Albergue, carry my cloth/toiletries to the shower. In case I dislike the Albergue's pillow, sometime I stuff the bag with my clean set of cloth...
  9. Dennis Tam

    Checking Backpacks or Taking as Carry-ons

    They are from an unlikely store. Princess Auto at Sooke area, which is a big hardware have walking poles on sale for $20 periodically. Check their flyers. They are good quality with anti shock handles. Of course they are not as light or fancy as the pricey ones, but they perform well at all my...
  10. Dennis Tam

    Checking Backpacks or Taking as Carry-ons

    As with Air Canada, the guide line for walking pole is they are considered as walking aid, so you are allowed to carry them on board, part of their accessibility and mobility policy. Each airline has their own set of rules, best is check them on line before you go. Know the fact if you are...
  11. Dennis Tam

    The story of your Stone at the Cruz de Ferro

    I brought 3 little stones from 3 separate individuals who were diagnosed with cancer to my first 2012 Camino. At that time, they were facing very difficult decisions in life. Even though I am not very close to them or understand the situation, but I do understand the pain they and their families...
  12. Dennis Tam

    Good Things That Happen On the Camino

    So much to thank for, the glass is always half full. Here are a few good things that I can share: 1. a female pilgrim who showed me how to use a needle and thread to treat a blister. 2. cooked curried potato for fellow pilgrims, everyone was over joy for not eating another menu del dias. 3...
  13. Dennis Tam

    Fellow pilgrims stealing belongings on the Camino - it happens

    They are only stuff, they can be replaced. After someone knownly took my lunch at a big Albergue, I was upset for a minute. Then I thought that person might really needed my cheese and croissants, hope it nourished his/her body and soul. Having said that, I always carry my passport and money...
  14. Dennis Tam

    Being English I Like my Tea

    I also bring my own tea bags to all my Camino trips. Most of supermarkets over at Spain would have decent selection of tea bags for purchase. I have tried some very interesting tea there. There is nothing more soothing than having a hot cup of tea before heading out to the cool moring. Buen camino.
  15. Dennis Tam

    Backpack & Poles - Carry on?

    I am from Canada and took my poles with me in my carry on back pack to all my Camino trips at Europe without much issue. I flew Air Canada and never have any issue with them about the poles. Each airline and airport authority would have their set of rules and guidelines, so check with your...

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