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I'm aware that's it's cheaper to sleep in Spain, France, etc. than in North America but I believe it's important to be conscience about what others can afford, particularly the youth and be humble about it!! Many of our youth can no longer afford to stay in "Youth Hostels" because we older and...
Please remember that accommodation may be a bargain for you but that is not the case for everyone, especially for our youth!! Your willingness to pay more contributes to driving up prices and pushes those less able to pay (young people) to the side! This summer while I was hiking in France, I...
Thanks for stating what should be said!! The more people book in advance the more people "think" they have to. Relax, enjoy your walk and see where it takes you. I have yet to meet someone who didn't have a place to sleep.
As Dennis Pack noted "peace of mind is overrated". Enjoy the adventure and book you accommodation as you travel, like most do! Then you will be walking the Camino!! Consider what happens when too many people pre-book months in advance. The albergues will all be full and the pilgrims on longer...
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