PixieAuror
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Yes. I am not sure that I have paid 15E before the greater Santiago area, but prices do go up.From all my reading I have found that excluding the food I should bargain on spending 8-15 euros on hostels.
Is this correct?
I'll be purchasing a "Scrubba" - to clean my clothes, so after this and laundry liquid I don't see laundry as a regular expense... I might splurge on an actual machine once during the trip, but the scrubba will be my go toPayment for use of washing machine / dryer
Yes, accommodation and other daily stuff.It seems that the OP is basically asking how much to budget for accommodations.
I'm purchasing all the medication and first-aid kit stuff before hand, so I don't think this will influence my day-to-day budget, unless something unexpected pops up.Don’t forget to budget for anti-inflammatories. Voltaren is my friend on the Camino. Maybe a knee bandage, an icepack as well.
I would save my money for something else. The Scruba won’t be of much help cleaning your trousers after a long trek in the mud: a good machine wash every few days really does wonders, with good old hand washing in between.I'll be purchasing a "Scrubba" - to clean my clothes, so after this and laundry liquid I don't see laundry as a regular expense... I might splurge on an actual machine once during the trip, but the scrubba will be my go to
I'll be purchasing a "Scrubba" - to clean my clothes, so after this and laundry liquid I don't see laundry as a regular expense... I might splurge on an actual machine once during the trip, but the scrubba will be my go to
Instead of a Scrubba I used a lightweight 12 liter Osprey dry bag to wash my clothes. It saved me money and weight over a Scrubba. When I went in the shower I would put my clothes in it with some soap and water and let them soak as I showered. Then I agitated it a bit before rinsing in the laundry sink. I also shared a washing machine with other pilgrims occasionally.I'll be purchasing a "Scrubba" - to clean my clothes, so after this and laundry liquid I don't see laundry as a regular expense... I might splurge on an actual machine once during the trip, but the scrubba will be my go to
Indeed. I looked up Scrubba, and thought "$55 for a sack?!" Twenty is more reasonable, but I have used an ordinary trash bag on occasion, or just directly in a sink.Instead of a Scrubba I used a lightweight 12 liter Osprey dry bag to wash my clothes. It saved me money and weight over a Scrubba.
Re washing/drying clothes. On the Frances April-June, I took a clothesline but never used it. Safety pins work well as a back-up when I occasionally did a bigger wash. My concern with pins was very windy weather (possibility of wearing holes in clothing). I took 8 pegs (less than 20 grams). My clothing got a basic wash in sink provided, dried in open air, finished off if necessary overnight at end of bunk.For what it's worth, I wouldn't bother bringing a Scrubba. All the albergues have washing sinks that serve just as well (or better!).
Not a bad estimate.......I've paid less.... €5 in one albergue.....but also 'splashed out' now and again to get my own room..BLISS !From all my reading I have found that excluding the food I should bargain on spending 8-15 euros on hostels and daily necessities.
Is this correct?
Yes, I have been on the Camino 3 times (2014, 2015 and 2017) and this is an accurate cost for the Albergues. 8-10 Euros are for the Municipal Albergues and up to 15 Euros would buy a a bunk, etc. in a Private Albergue. Your food costs are one of 3 ways: 1) from groceries bought in a village tienda (shop) that you cook up in an Albergue kitchen IF AVAILABLE (many albergues are shutting down the kitchens for the pilgrim's use, particularly from Sarria to Santiago) and if you share (with other peregrinos) the grocery costs. That is the best way to save on food costs and it so much fun to cook up the meal together, 2) the Pilgrim's meal that is offered in many of the Albergues (10 Euros) OR 3) in a bar/restaurant in the villages (10 Euros). Your breakfast and lunch would be on top of that dinner.From all my reading I have found that excluding the food I should bargain on spending 8-15 euros on hostels and daily necessities.
Is this correct?
I purchased a Scruba and after trying it I left it at home. Hand washing was easier for underwear and socks and even my tank top and tee-shirt. When my whole outfit was dirty I used a washing machine for everything and shared the machine with another person. Don't buy a ScubbaI would save my money for something else. The Scruba won’t be of much help cleaning your trousers after a long trek in the mud: a good machine wash every few days really does wonders, with good old hand washing in between.
From all my reading I have found that excluding the food I should bargain on spending 8-15 euros on hostels and daily necessities.
Is this correct?
I spent 2 eruos daily for breakfast, which included a Spanish tortilla, cafe con leche, topped off with a chocolate filled mini croissant. That was a bargain. Pilgrim dinners at many Albergues, which you can purchase even if you are not staying in that specific albergue runs about 10 euro and wine is usually served with dinner. We didn't have a pilgrims meal every night, but only once in a while. tapas and pintxos (snacks) are extremely reasonable. I'm going back in May through the end of June and am budgeting 15 euros per day and that is on the high end. I hope this helps you.From all my reading I have found that excluding the food I should bargain on spending 8-15 euros on hostels and daily necessities.
Is this correct?
Hi - one more thing. Some Spanish tranlastions on food:From all my reading I have found that excluding the food I should bargain on spending 8-15 euros on hostels and daily necessities.
Is this correct?
From all my reading I have found that excluding the food I should bargain on spending 8-15 euros on hostels and daily necessities.
Is this correct?
Well, cathedrals really are museums, requiring upkeep. And they are open for free for those who actually want to pray, attend service. So, if I want to go in and enjoy it as a museum, then I have no problem paying.Just out of curiosity does anyone else budget for 'religious expenses' such as cathedral entrance fees, candles, donations, collections, etc?
,thats not really the Christian way is it.
Well, I would not call a tiny store in a tiny village a "supermarket." I would use that term for "Simply" or "Mercadona" and so on, where the produce is just as good (or better) as in any English-speaking country. And in the tiny stores in the tiny villages, I have never found "tired-looking vegetables."I would not rely so much on supermarkets, particularly in the smaller villages where you can buy little beyond tired looking vegetables!
Excellent recommendation... I was an early viewer and I have watched the videos numerous times while on the treadmillHi PixieAuror,
New Member, eh? Welcome.
I am not going to try to answer the question on hostel costing. Instead, I recommend seeking a channel on Youtube called, "Summit Extreme." It is owned by Efren Gonzalez.
Last year, Efren walked the Camino Frances and published 37 daily video logs of his travels. Included in these logs are some important information at his stops as well as along the way. But what will be most important for you will be his itemized list of expenditures with descriptions and costs found at the end of each day's entry. So, when the vid gets close to the end, be ready to hit,"Pause," so you can get the detail you want.
In addition, he has separated all his drone footage into seven different video stories, grouping the shots by Province. Beautiful stuff.
Hope this helps.
I know you have only asked about the price of accommodation but please bear in mind that this may be the only Camino you ever do, so you really want to make sure it is a good one. A few extra Euro's in your pocket can make the difference between an ordinary Camino experience and the best time of your life. I know it did for me.From all my reading I have found that excluding the food I should bargain on spending 8-15 euros on hostels and daily necessities.
Is this correct?
If a church was open we went in, it's part of the Camino. If it wasn't open we walked around it to appreciate it. Remember, if it wasn't for the churches, the Camino would not exist.Just out of curiosity does anyone else budget for 'religious expenses' such as cathedral entrance fees, candles, donations, collections, etc? I think you have to pay to visit most of the cathedrals along the CF bar for Santiago. I visited most of the open Churches along the route and thoroughly enjoyed the interaction with the locals who care for them but there was usually the expectation of a euro appearing at some point. If you're on a really tight budget I think it's something to factor in. (Also think it's super important to take time out and visit some of these places and think about your journey and the many 100,000s who have gone before).
Been there and I was a few cents short - the young lady trusted me to return with the balance.
Would it be Navarrete? Well worth the money to flood light that part of the church behind the altar. I clearly remember putting the money in and the breath taking result. I just wish I could remember the proper name for that space in a church?What is the village within the first week on The Camino where you have to put 2 euro in the slot for the lights?
Would it be Navarrete? Well worth the money to flood light that part of the church behind the altar. I clearly remember putting the money in and the breath taking result. I just wish I could remember the proper name for that space in a church?
PS If Navarrete you walk heaps faster than me.
Edit: Still thinking about this and am reasonably sure it was 1€ not 2€. Sorry if giving misinformation.
Yes, for hostels only. You might consider budgeting a little extra. I took three much-needed "hostel breaks" and stayed in hotels that offered pilgrim rates for about 25 - 30 euros. It helped me cope with physical issues. I could just rest, relax, nap, and recharge. Buen Camino!
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