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First Time
The first time I walked without booking, but now I will book the first few nights for peace of mind. If other people do things differently that's all good, we are all different ages, levels of health, and fitness. We each do what we need to allow us to walk. As in normal life, some people will...- Anamiri
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Acclimate First?
That works for me too. Initially it was because I had limited days due to leave allocation, now I plan it deliberately.- Anamiri
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April vs May on the Camino Frances
I did last week of May through June in 2017 arriving at the beginning of July, and until Sarria it wasn't busy at all, poppies everywhere, cherries, some other tree with amazingly scented blossom, cuckoos, storks in their nests. I loved it. From Sarria onwards it was an actual Conga line (it...- Anamiri
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Sarah from New Zealand -What drew you to the Camino?
I think there is a Hamilton one. We once went to one of their evenings, but would be happy to join an NZ one. Ive held several Camino evenings at our place for people to learn more about the Camino, and am now thinking of walking again next year with a friend I've known since school. She likes...- Anamiri
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Sarah from New Zealand -What drew you to the Camino?
Once you know where you want to start from, you can work from there. Its not as complicated as it sounds, because you only need to do that part once, then the rest of the time you're on foot. Its so simple when you're on foot. In 2017 a cousin joined us for a week. He had some business to...- Anamiri
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Sarah from New Zealand -What drew you to the Camino?
Apologies for the late response. I have flown multiple airlines - my favourite is the Emirates option. I think Qatar is similar. I prefer the 17 hour first stage, followed by the smaller 8 hour leg. I fly out of Auckland. Ive flown into Paris.,Frankfurt and Madrid. Timing is all very similar...- Anamiri
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Tips for Walking French Camino in July
Also from NZ. I took bottles of water. First time a 1 litre, now I take 2 x 500 mls - fits better in my pack. Fill up before you leave St Jean, fill again at Orrison, and again at the spring. There is also a caravan, where I bought a soft drink and a banana. Im not a fan of bladders, other...- Anamiri
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Solo Trip on CF from Leon: Planning Guide - Weather question
I wouldnt worry too much as you're starting from Leon. You wont really hit the crowds until Sarria.- Anamiri
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Greetings kind pilgrims! Walking from Astorga in September
I would book Astorga though (especially if you want to be in the city centre) - its a tourist town as well as a pilgrim town.- Anamiri
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"I would walk 500 Miles"
Most people actually start at Sarria, and only walk the last 100 kms, so you're not cheating. And others walk a week or two a year and complete a Camino over time. There is no 'correct' starting place or distance, so rest easy on that.- Anamiri
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"I would walk 500 Miles"
Hi George , just a couple of things. Its unlikely you'd need 40 days, most people do it in 28-35 days. It takes me 33 with a couple of rest days, and judging by your photo I'm a lot older than you. Its a lot less difficult than Everest Base camp or Kilimanjaro. Most people will walk between 20...- Anamiri
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First Camino Which Option of These Two Would You Choose
It depends a little on your level of fitness. The first two days out of Leon to Astorga are pretty flat, so quite good to ease you into your walk if you need that.- Anamiri
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Sarria to Santiago early July?
It's only a day between the end of August and September. I found it extremely hot in 2016, but missed the heatwave in 2019 and it was quite pleasant.- Anamiri
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Sarria to Santiago early July?
It was hot, I walked late May until the beginning of July in 2017. That year we had a heatwave, and it was over 40 degrees when we reached Santiago. I had somewhat acclimatized, as it was hot in May in NZ that year, and had been walking for a month by the time we reached Santiago. It was coolish...- Anamiri
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3 weeks to do Norte or Frances?
Depending on how far you walk each day, 21 days should get you there from Burgos, and it has the benefit of being easier (and using less time) to get to the start. As SJPDP is harder to get to, it can use up an extra day.- Anamiri
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First timer, solo woman senior. Travel company or self book?
Booking.com is easy, and you dont have to book the whole trip at once. Look for places that are 100m - 300m from the centre of town, and you'll be on or close to the Camino.- Anamiri
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All the best for 2023
Greetings from the Far North, NZ - Happy new year everyone! (The fireworks around us are freaking out my dogs. I think our neighbours are having a competition.)- Anamiri
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costs
I found that albergues were mainly cash, but apartments booked online, and some hostals often took credit card.- Anamiri
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Blankets 2023
I use the Sawyers yellow bottle. I find it does 2 Caminos for 2 people. I spray my pack liberally inside and out, but my sleeping bag only on the outside (personal choice). I hang mine outside to spray, and then under cover with air circulation to dry. Just make sure you have left enough time...- Anamiri
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Possible Itinerary
I now walk in sandals. But my first 2 caminos were in shoes. They just lasted the distance, but were completely worn out, no tread, almost no cushioning by Santiago. I never took a spare pair, just flip flops for wandering around in evenings. I would never wear boots, this is not a wilderness...- Anamiri
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