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Lise T said:However, in saying that...what worries me most...isnt the bed bugs, the snorers, the sore feet, the communal showers....its how will I deal with those people that want to chat and walk.
Well said. All walking partners are millstones of one size or another. I have always enjoyed the company of the ones I have brought along, but always walked at my own pace even with them. The best partners are the ones who are willing to stop anytime either wants to stop. Friends you find while walking usually have their own agenda, so won't stop when you want, but also are very easy to leave behind. The odds are that you will meet them later. Yes. I think alone is best, but there are several other satisfactory arrangements.no responsibility for the day other than to move forward
Even when you walk without a companion, it would be unusual to be alone for this time, unless you completely shun albergues, bars and cafes where there will be other pilgrims. Even during the day, there will be other pilgrims walking around you, although not necessarily close. Some of them will want to chat and might walk with you for a time.tpmchugh said:I like walking alone for a few hours but at the same time, Burgos to Santiago seems a long time to be alone for me
You will have walked 260km by the time you reach Burgos and will be well settled into the Camino family just make sure you get used to the ways of the Camino before Burgos i.e. accomodation, meals etc. There are two others also leaving SJPDP on 17th March, see calendar. We leave SJPDP 18th March, chances are our paths will cross. Have a good trip.tpmchugh said:I like walking alone for a few hours but at the same time, Burgos to Santiago seems a long time to be alone for me
jpflavin1 said:If one really wants to be alone, w/o other Pilgrims, I would recommend one of the less traveled routes.
Ultreya,
Joe