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  1. Ed Aster

    Advice on skipping Meseta

    I just finished the Meseta in June and enjoyed it immensely, it is flat, forgiving and a great opportunity to discover sides of oneself that lay hidden. Consider it your go to place as it will be kind to your knees and if done with common sense will give you great joy and satisfaction.
  2. Ed Aster

    Newbie here

    You will be walking the busiest portion of the Camino during one of the busiest months. Book ahead based upon what you feel you will be able to achieve daily. Then feeling secure enjoy yourself.
  3. Ed Aster

    Burgos to Astroga mid augustWill I have difficulty getting a bed?

    10 days
  4. Ed Aster

    Burgos to Astroga mid augustWill I have difficulty getting a bed?

    I just did tis exact route in June, you shouldn’t have any problem, I booked ahead as the accommodation on the Meseta is a bit sparse. Buon Camino
  5. Ed Aster

    Advice of those who have walked May/June

    Very helpful info, I leave for Camino this Saturday June 1 and will pick up in Burgos, seems the weather report showing 90 degrees next Tuesday so will adjust my pack with less but more well thought out gear to accommodate for more water. Thanks for the input Buen Camino
  6. Ed Aster

    The Meseta vs. The VdlP from Seville to Salamanca...

    I’m leaving for my third Camino this weekend and will start in Burgos to Rabanal. Looks like it will be quite warm on the Meseta, I would appreciate any insights from the forum on traveling these stages. At this point I am working at getting my pack down to 5kg to insure plenty of water for the...
  7. Ed Aster

    Leaving in one week

    Good luck on your Camino, reach out for help. It will always be there. Buen Camino
  8. Ed Aster

    Ready to go!

    Great snow shot, looks like you are carrying quite light! Buon Camino
  9. Ed Aster

    Is Courtesy Still Alive on the Camino? A Pre-Bookers Rant and more...

    The Camino is not about being in control over what happens in an organized manner each day. It is about having ones own personal adventure with a little bit about God in there to help us on our way. Take a deep breath and then take the first step, you will be amazed the feeling you get letting...
  10. Ed Aster

    Not what I expected but...

    Matt, remember, strive for progress not perfection. a friend of Bills with 2 Caminos completed and enjoyed with companions but mostly with myself and the fellowship in mind. Buon Camino
  11. Ed Aster

    Well, I'm off for a little walk, then.

    Hi Morgan, relax and enjoy the peace and joy on the Camino, allow yourself to meet the other pilgrims and learn from them and their stories. Buon Camino
  12. Ed Aster

    Light At The End of The Tunnel? :-)

    Good luck and God bless, may you find some peace and serenity on the Camino to lessen your health woes.
  13. Ed Aster

    Air Flight Santiago to Madrid

    I flew Santiago to Madrid on Iberia and had no problems, the main challenge is getting the information about who flies, when they fly and how much. For some reason the major search engines re travel do not seem to handle Santiago very well. Keep trying, loads of flights to Madrid, just dig...
  14. Ed Aster

    First Camino

    Buon Caminho from another from the Antipodes, NZ
  15. Ed Aster

    Why we walk - and courage

    Beautifully written, just back from my Camino and Elisha’s words adds so much to what I experienced and enjoyed. Many thanks.

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