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    fromista to bilbo

    Hi Kieran, The train journey to Santander is a nice trip. I travelled on that train last April. I think that you should consider going to Palencia from Fromista. This is a large rail hub and you can get a train directly to Bilbao from there. Buen Camino !
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    Carrion de Los Condes to Bilbao

    Hi Chunks You may find that the quickest way is by using the RENFE network. Trains travel daily between Palencia and Bilbao. Palencia is very near Carrion . Here is a link:http://www.renfe.com/EN/viajeros/horarios.html Buen Camino , Joe
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    Irun start versus SJPdP

    Off topic but .................. Great Video Yentil ....,..........INSPIRING !!!
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    At last!

    Buen Camino Si, Open your heart to what you are about to experience. It will give you so much to sustain you when far away from Spain. Joe
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    Spanish Fiestas on the Camino Frances

    Thanks Sil . That post really is a super resource, it must have taken a great deal of research to compile. However those of us who read your Blog are used to such excellence :D ! Keep up the good work. Joe
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    Snow !

    Hi All, Just checked the webcam and OCebreiro has been turned into a winter wonderland ! Beautiful to look at on camera . However very difficult to trudge through, specially if you don't have the correct footwear or clothing . To all on the Camino..... Be careful out there ! Buen Camino
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    St. Jean to Santiago in 27 Days???

    Hi Cookie, We stayed in the same hotel and found it ideal. It is a very comfortable modern Hotel. It is in the central of town with the Cathedral and Main Square very close ( Literally a minute away ). Buen Camino.
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    First time walkers

    Hi Mcpat, Most bars have sello's on the counter for your use. A lot of the Churches that are open will give you a sello ,Sometimes they have a table near the door with somebody on duty to apply the Sello, sometimes you have to go to the Sacristan and ask specifically for the sello. You will...
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    Camino in Sept

    Hi Lizzief, There are lots of places along the way from Sarria where you can get supplies of water. I had a platapus which I topped up as needed. At night before bed I would buy a litre of water in the cafe, take it to the albergue , I would add a spoon of electrolites ( like the cyclists use...
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    SJPdP accomodations

    Hi Matty, My friend arrived in SJPP last Sunday. He had emailed Orrison, but just before he left he got a reply telling him that they were not open yet. He arrived in SJPP without a reservation and picked up good accomadation without any difficulty (or lot's of walking :!: ) . He said that the...
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    A few questions :)

    I agree with Sil the meseta is very flat and hard to walk. Looking back however there are some beautiful places that I remember very fondly. Hontanas an absolute gem hidden in a scar in the hill.Sahagun, Mansilla and even Carrion are all beautiful places that I enjoyed greatly. Any suggestions...
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    Do I need a travelguide?

    I think that Brierly is the best for all the above reasons , but also because the guide fits comfortably into a lot of pockets particularly those side type of pockets that are found in combat trousers. It is easy to get at without having to stop and remove your rucksack. Very important when on...
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    New webcam on the Camino

    Thanks for the Prompt information Ksam................... and Sil ! Buen Camino ! J M
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    New webcam on the Camino

    I has looking in at about 1.15 local time today and was amazed to see what looked like hundreds of young people walking towards the camera. They looked as if they were walking in groups behind small banners or posters held up on top of poles . It appeared as if there was up to twenty people...
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    New webcam on the Camino

    I has looking in at about 1.15 local time today and was amazed to see what looked like hundreds of young people walking towards the camera. They looked as if they were walking in groups behind small banners or posters held up on top of poles . It appeared as if there was up to twenty people...
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    Walking in May 2010

    Hi John, Tricastela is worth a stop if you can. The Parish Priest celebrates a very special Pilgrim Mass in the evening which we found to be enriching and inclusive.Afterwards the crowd drifted to the bars nearby for their meal served at tables that lined the Camino where the fellowship...
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    Monks attacked at Rabanal???

    Hi Rebekah, Thanks for the update. It is good to hear that things are getting back to normal. We passed through Rabanal last month when the monks were missing and were sad to miss their presence.As well as providing Vespers for pilgrims [ and locals] they also provided daily Mass the absence of...
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    New entry on my blog

    Hi Kelly Have just donated my first pint! Buen Camino
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    'New Age' bores on the Camino

    Well said Bridget and Peter ! I have been following this thread since inception and have found it to be the most entertaining thread that I have encountered on any camino site! It has been compulsive reading from the start. As a pole using celtic oat eater I found kerrysean's tongue in cheek...
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    Burgos vs. Leon- where to begin??

    Hi Larissa, You did not say when in July you were going to start walking.............. However you should have no problem in reaching Santiago from Burgos if you leave on July 1st. Buen Camino

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