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  1. Gregory Graf

    Where to start with 33 days?

    33 days is very doable from SJPDP without any rest days. To be on the safe side I’d recommend starting at Pamplona. Easy to get to and you will have cut off only three days from SJPDP. Buen Camino
  2. Gregory Graf

    What city do you arrive in after 2 weeks of walking from SJPdP?

    Sorry, I was thinking two weeks to Santiago not SJPP. I should have read more carefully
  3. Gregory Graf

    What city do you arrive in after 2 weeks of walking from SJPdP?

    I would say that Astorga should give you a good buffer in the event of delays and will make your last two weeks relatively easy to moderate. There is a bus from the Madrid Airport and Santiago as well.
  4. Gregory Graf

    Favorite albergue in the Camino Frances

    I loved having a private room in Carrion de los Condes at the Sisters of the Phillipeans convent.
  5. Gregory Graf

    Starting in Sarria

    Fly to Santiago. You can obtain a cheap transfer to Sarrria.
  6. Gregory Graf

    Looking for Best Pilgrim Common Meal

    I really enjoyed the common meal at Alburge Roboleira in Fonfría. They have a separate thatched roofed round yurt with long tables and the vibe at the dinner I attended was very nice. Buen Camino.
  7. Gregory Graf

    Is Roncesvalles worth staying in?

    I think this reply hits the nail on the head of the pluses and minuses. One additional plus. After checking in, go to the basement and they will do your laundry for a minimum fee. May not seem like a big deal after only two days but it is a service you will learn to appreciate after several...
  8. Gregory Graf

    Indecision and questions about Camino for first time- helpful advice from pilgrims requested!

    Based on two weeks availability Astorga would be a great place to start. It will give you a comfortable amount of travel time on both sides. I met many Canadians on my Camino in May and most were solo women. You will meet people day one. Buy some wool socks; buy some good hiking lightweight...
  9. Gregory Graf

    Camino Frances May 2017 will it be a race for a bed?

    I originally booked Orrison for April 30 when my flight into Biarritz was arriving at 12:00. The arrival is now at 5:00 PM so there is no way for me to start hiking on April 30. I'm going to start May 1 and walk through to Roncesvalle on day 1 EXCEPT the short stop I will be making in Orrison...
  10. Gregory Graf

    Camino Frances May 2017 will it be a race for a bed?

    I start May 1 from SJPDP. I'll see you on the road! The only advance booking I'm doing is arrival night. After that I'll take it as it comes. Greg
  11. Gregory Graf

    Which guide is your favorite?

    I am still waiting to start my pilgrimage (May 1, 2017) so my opinion may not be as valid as those who have already completed the journey. I purchased the Brierley Guide and find it a tuff read. I then purchased Hiking the Camino de Santiago byDintaman and Landis. It's an easier read for me. I...
  12. Gregory Graf

    April/May 2017 Crowds and weather?

    It looks like I'm with all of you May 1. I checked my flights and the flight arrival in Biarritz on April 30 changed from 12:50 hrs to 17:00 so I want be able to start tracking to Orisson the day I arrive. I'll spend the night in SJPDP and off to Roncensvilla May 1. I'll see you all on the trail!
  13. Gregory Graf

    Splitting the First Day

    I already booked for April 30, 2017!
  14. Gregory Graf

    Splitting the First Day

    I'm a first timer so I have no idea. But, I'll be starting late that day. My biggest factor will be him long it takes me to get from Biarritz to SJPDP by taxi. I'm a young 59 so I'll have your back if you start late.
  15. Gregory Graf

    Splitting the First Day

    Return flight on June 7 from Santiago so I have plenty of time. I'm giving myself 33 days to Santiago and 3 days to Muxia. That leaves an extra day in Santiago. I have been hiking about 30 miles the last six or so weekends to see how it would feel. Glad I did. While the distances are not a...
  16. Gregory Graf

    Splitting the First Day

    Changed my plans when I heard how crowded September was this year. I now have reservations April 29 Denver to Dallas to Madrid to Biarritz arriving the 30th at 1230.
  17. Gregory Graf

    Splitting the First Day

    Yep. You're a better speller than me!
  18. Gregory Graf

    Splitting the First Day

    Akareeta is a small hamlet just past Larrasoana. Check out the hotel website http://www.hotelakerreta.com. Appparantly, a scene in the movie The Way was shot at the hotel. I may take your advice and instead of doing a short walk to Orrison I'll stay in SJPDP and start fresh and go one day to...
  19. Gregory Graf

    Splitting the First Day

    No. I figure I'll tack on the distance I did on day .5 (SJPDP to Orrison) to what I'm calling my real first day. That 5 miles tacked on to Roncesvalles will take me to Espinal. It looks like there is a great little Alburge Haizea Rural Hostal in Espinal. If you have a different recommendation...
  20. Gregory Graf

    Splitting the First Day

    That's what I'm going to do.

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