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Is it rude to ask people why they walk
We are all different! Thank God, or thank Nature, as you wish. Buen Camino to all! Tom- Tom Hagger
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Is it rude to ask people why they walk
I consider mself long enough in the tooth to realise that, Molly, but that is life. I believe that we should try not to be offended by, or even slightly put out by, the different cultural approaches of people that we meet. We might even use a tricky situation to enlighten ourselves and the other...- Tom Hagger
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Is it rude to ask people why they walk
Surely showing an interest in other people and their various motivations is fascinating, and is an example of good social interaction? Of course, we should all be alert to signals from others with whom we are walking that they may not wish the topic to go beyond small talk. On the other hand...- Tom Hagger
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Use of fora
I don't know that there is any need to rethink the purpose of the forum. Surely it is a good idea to be open to the widest possible variety of genuine opinions, requirements and preferences? We are all very different. For me, for example, one of the great pleasures of a Camino, or any extended...- Tom Hagger
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Use of fora
I must agree with Barabara, as my experience is very similar to hers. (Although I have not tried a donkey trek - yet!) Nevertheless, I am sure that many people considering the Camino for the first time may find much of the information on the forum helpful, particularly if they are not...- Tom Hagger
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helpful article on hand laundering
Of course, it goes without saying that in an Albergue or other such hostel, due respect must always be given to other pilgrims and their needs. However, as arrival times are generally quite staggered, this is not often a problem. The morning rush hour is very different. As for wet clothing on...- Tom Hagger
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helpful article on hand laundering
Samarkan is quite right. If I am very hot and sticky, I go one better and start the shower still wearing my shirt, shorts, underpants and socks. Then I remove them and trample on them. It works a treat! Tom- Tom Hagger
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Which is better for a first-time Camino experience: Portugués or Frances?
A superb place to start, Sharonmonty. If you are spending a whole day there (recommended!), you could consider popping over the International Bridge into Portugal so that you can explore the small old town section of Valença and the old fortress, through which the Camino passes. Only a...- Tom Hagger
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Which is better for a first-time Camino experience: Portugués or Frances?
Hello, Kjacck2222! The Portuguese Camino is certainly a lovely introduction to Camino walking, particularly in busy periods, when on the Camino Francés the scramble rush to ensure that you get a bed often means that you find yourself with insufficient time to enjoy the many interesting villages...- Tom Hagger
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