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  1. nreyn12

    First Timer Info

    Hello and welcome! As a vegetarian am I am happy to tell you that there are many great options now on the Camino for those who require an animal-free diet. Here is one place to start...
  2. nreyn12

    Money

    Hi Debbie, Twelve days!!! So exciting! It's so fun to do the countdown... Instead of getting euros before you leave home, I'd recommend this instead: 1. Bring along $100-150 in your home currency. 2. Go to the first ATM you come to and withdraw 200-300 euros. 3. If the first ATM isn't...
  3. nreyn12

    Questions about walking alone

    There is some great advice here. In addition, I will share this bit that's specifically on Women's Safety: http://thecaminoexperience.com/womensafety.php Have a fantastic journey!
  4. nreyn12

    Walking with my family. Husband, two teenagers and myself

    Hi Chris, I love the idea of stopping in Orisson for your first night. They actually have tents available behind the gite, for a slightly lower price than the dorm beds. The tents sleep two people each, and they are really comfortable. If you'd like this option, mention it when you book...
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    Walking with my family. Husband, two teenagers and myself

    Hi Chris, So exciting! What kind of advice are you looking for? Parts to walk, parts to skip? Regarding the concerns you raised, I have been on the Camino for the last three months, and I haven't heard...any?...accounts of bedbugs. Maybe the random one or two, but certainly nothing to cause...
  6. nreyn12

    Camino Frances, End of May vs September?

    Oh gosh, sorry! A little explanation would help, eh? This chart is from the Pilgrim's Office in SJPP. It shows the number of pilgrims who started from SJPP or received a sello (stamp) when passing through in 2011. The left axis shows the number of people and the right axis shows the weeks of...
  7. nreyn12

    Camino Frances, End of May vs September?

    If you are planning to start from SJPP, this chart will give you a general idea of when the waves come through (assuming the trends continue for the next few years). If you start at the end of May you can expect large crowds and hot weather. If you start late in September the weather will be...
  8. nreyn12

    Bus Pamplona-SJPP - Vital Camino Tricks

    I've had some trouble booking on the Alsa site with a US credit card. If you have any problems with that site, try this one: http://www.movelia.es/en/index.html
  9. nreyn12

    How many times have Veteran walkers walked the Camino?

    I have been to the Camino Frances eight times, starting in Saint Jean Pied de Port (4 times), Roncesvalles, Pamplona, Burgos, and Ponferrada. I walked every step of the way the time I started in Roncesvalles, and the other times have ranged from one to three weeks each. My favorite walk was...
  10. nreyn12

    Places to stay in Porto

    Porto is a gorgeous city! If you have the time, plan to stay at least a day before you walk out. The river, the port wine, the historic center, all make Porto a world-class European destination. I stayed at two hostels in Porto in May 2012. Both were fantastic - clean, great facilities...
  11. nreyn12

    Pilgrim passport query

    Falcon, thanks for that - really interesting! I had the same question as Stephen - why would you not have a credential? They also come in handy when checking into an albergue because they have your personal information so the hospitalero can easily copy it into the albergue's record book.
  12. nreyn12

    Knee problem

    With life-long problems in both knees, the only way I could walk the Camino was with trekking poles. The first time I walked I had only one pole - no good. Be sure you have a set, and most importantly, learn how to use them for the most benefit. I also found that I needed orthotics in my...
  13. nreyn12

    Travel Agency or not?

    Lonnie, Yes, very easy to get from Madrid to Leon. You can even get a bus directly from the airport, if the times match up with your arrival. And it the times don't match up, it's easy to get to one of the other bus terminals in Madrid using the metro. You can even book your bus ticket...
  14. nreyn12

    The light at the end of this tunnel

    Just by what you have written, your Camino has already begun! Enjoy the entire journey, from now, through planning, to your departure, and then to your arrival into Santiago. And onwards...
  15. nreyn12

    June, bag, poles?

    I am a big fan of trekking poles, due to some life-long knee problems. You might not need them at all when you hike at home, but what about when you walk 20 to 30 kms every day for a month? If you do bring them, buy the most light weight ones you can find. That way when you're not using them...
  16. nreyn12

    anyone here from Los Angeles, USA?

    Hi there, I did some poking around online, and it looks like a good option would be to do a flight / bus combo as follows: American Airlines LAX to MAD (non-stop, around 11.5 hours) Overnight in Madrid then bus from MAD to Leon Walk to Santiago Fly American Airlines (with Iberia partner) from...
  17. nreyn12

    Introduction: Christine to begin her pilgrimage in one week

    Christine, if you are considering bringing your tent, here is some info on camping on the Camino: http://www.santiago.ca/PDF/CAMPING.pdf I found this on the Canadian Company of Pilgrims website - I'm not sure how current it is, but it will give you and idea of what's out there. Nancy
  18. nreyn12

    Introduction: Christine to begin her pilgrimage in one week

    Hi Christine, You can get a bus from Pamplona to Roncesvalles. It leaves from the main bus station at 6:00pm (1800 hours) Monday through Friday, and at 4:00pm (1600 hours) on Saturday. The cost is 6 euros. The buses often fill up fast, so if you can go to the bus station early in the day to...

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