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Hi PeterHello everyone
I am Peter from Slovakia, and I am about to start my first Camino from Pamplona to Santiago de Compostella on September 7th this year, not really caring when it may end: I have all the time I need.
I am skipping the Pyrenees part due to my physique - or, rather lack of it. I do love walking, but I am not an athlete or a seasoned hiker.
I plan to arrive to Pamplona by train on September 6th, and start looking around for a Pilgrim pass. Here my nosy questions start: is it possible to buy a pilgrim pass in places where I can get credentials?
Also, is it possible to take a bed in albergue on the first night before I set foot on the way, or should I book a hostel/airbnb in advance?
In general, what is a "good form" for booking beds in albergues? Is it safe to look for the spot when I get to the city I want to stay for the day, or is it necessary to book in advance? Are advance bookings even considered?
Lastly, how big a hurdle it will be to communicate when I speak little to no Spanish?
It is less than a month to go for me, and I am already over-planning it.
Thanks for help and advice to all my questions! These were surely answered time and again, and I would be grateful for a link where I can find out more.
If it is really important and you are talking to a non-English (or Slovakian) speaker you might be able to get to one by pointing to your phone and saying "Amigo?" to get them to call an English speaking friend.Lastly, how big a hurdle it will be to communicate when I speak little to no Spanish?
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