Pilgrim.es. Has anyone used this web site to book their trip...what are they like

[Bannsider]

Booked with pilgrim.es to walk the camino just want to know if anyone has had any experience with this company ..are they reliable ...thanks

 

[Former member 49149]

Short answer is no. i see you have already walked a few Caminos. I am my own travel agent, so although I would love to help you I can’t.
I just wish you well - you will be able to answer the next enquirer about that company! And how did I guess you were from up there?!

 

[Bannsider]

Short answer is no. i see you have already walked a few Caminos. I am my own travel agent, so although I would love to help you I can’t.
I just wish you well - you will be able to answer the next enquirer about that company! And how did I guess you were from up there?!

 

[Bannsider]

Bannsiders probably gave it away

 

[Juspassinthru]

Sorry, I just showed up and started walking. Seems to have worked out.

 

[Bannsider]

Sorry, I just showed up and started walking. Seems to have worked out.

Sorry, I just showed up and started walking. Seems to have worked out.

Bannsiders probably gave it away

Sorry, I just showed up and started walking. Seems to have worked out.

That’s good did you book online with pilgrim.es

Did

 

[Bannsider]

Did you book online with pilgrim.es and there were no problems that is everything ran smoothly

 

[Juspassinthru]

No, anything booked on either of my Camino’s was done by me. I’ve never heard of the site you’re using. Good luck and Buen Camino.

 

[Tincatinker]

@Bannsider if you have already booked using that particular website then your question seems superfluous at best.

 

[cher99840]

Booked with pilgrim.es to walk the camino just want to know if anyone has had any experience with this company ..are they reliable ...thanks

Just curious...which path did you book and why after having walked before did you feel the need to use a booking agent this time? When are you going and do you intend to report back about how it worked out for you?

 

[Bannsider]

@Bannsider if you have already booked using that particular website then your question seems superfluous at best.

Thanks you have been so so helpful,.

 

[Bannsider]

Just curious...which path did you book and why after having walked before did you feel the need to use a booking agent this time? When are you going and do you intend to report back about how it worked out for you?

Have always used a booking agent and this time used pilgrim.es to which I have paid a deposit but am still waiting for a receipt ...might be ok but I am a bit worried ..will let you know the outcome...

 

[Bannsider]

Have always used a booking agent and this time used pilgrim.es to which I have paid a deposit but am still waiting for a receipt...might be ok but I am a bit worried ..have contacted them but it’s 5 days since I paid ....will let you know the outcome

 

[cher99840]

Have always used a booking agent and this time used pilgrim.es to which I have paid a deposit but am still waiting for a receipt...might be ok but I am a bit worried ..have contacted them but it’s 5 days since I paid ....will let you know the outcome

Ahhh, I understand now. Have you tried contacting them and asking for email confirmation? I looked them up after I read your initial question yesterday. I sought info about the VdlP route to see what they offered. I gave them my email address and an old phone number that I no longer use. (Didn’t want a phone call, nor did I want my number sold to other merchants.). I immediately received an email from them saying they would have more info for me “tomorrow” (which is today). Today I received an email telling me that they tried to call me at the number that I had given them and that they were unable to reach me. Since they were willing to phone across the pond In regard to a casual inquiry, I don’t think requesting a receipt is too much to ask.

 

[Tincatinker]

Thanks you have been so so helpful,.

@Bannsider I wasn't trying to be helpful. That is the job of Agencies that exploit peoples fears and innocence and make a profit from Pilgrims. Thousands walk the Caminos without shelling-out to agents. There is sufficient free information to enable anyone to walk a camino without using an agent. Planning tools and websites for booking accommodation abound. Most of the paper guides will provide accommodation contact information. Most of the on-line guides provide links for making bookings.

If you have used an agent that you have no experience of and which you have not researched prior to your commitment that was your choice. Caveat Emptor

 

[Bannsider]

Ahhh, I understand now. Have you tried contacting them and asking for email confirmation? I looked them up after I read your initial question yesterday. I sought info about the VdlP route to see what they offered. I gave them my email address and an old phone number that I no longer use. (Didn’t want a phone call, nor did I want my number sold to other merchants.). I immediately received an email from them saying they would have more info for me “tomorrow” (which is today). Today I received an email telling me that they tried to call me at the number that I had given them and that they were unable to reach me. Since they were willing to phone across the pond In regard to a casual inquiry, I don’t think requesting a receipt is too much to ask.

 

[trecile]

Ahhh, I understand now. Have you tried contacting them and asking for email confirmation? I looked them up after I read your initial question yesterday. I sought info about the VdlP route to see what they offered. I gave them my email address and an old phone number that I no longer use. (Didn’t want a phone call, nor did I want my number sold to other merchants.). I immediately received an email from them saying they would have more info for me “tomorrow” (which is today). Today I received an email telling me that they tried to call me at the number that I had given them and that they were unable to reach me. Since they were willing to phone across the pond In regard to a casual inquiry, I don’t think requesting a receipt is too much to ask.

I did pretty much the same, but I did put my real phone number in the form. I received a call from a number in New Jersey (I didn't recognize the number so didn't answer). In this day of Internet (VOIP) calling it's not that expensive for companies to get numbers that don't cost a lot to call other countries. Anyway, my initial quote for accommodation only for 35 days on the Norte was 1170 Euros. And it also said "The price is per person in a double room (except Hostel). Consult supplement for single room. "

Actually, here's the complete quote:

• Camino: Camino del Norte
• Number of pilgrims: 1
• How: a-pie
• Departure Date: 2020-08-23
• Trip duration: 35
• Nights at the end: 2
• Type of accommodation: albergue
• Accomodation: solo-alojamiento

Credential, travel insurance and documentation included
Estimated price from: 1170€
More information? Click here
The price is a non-binding estimate subject to confirmation upon payment.

The price is per person in a double room (except Hostel). Consult supplement for single room.

If you have any questions about the proposal or if you want to hire a service, please contact us. We will be happy to help you.

We can call you now for free pulsando aquí
You can call us to (+34) 912 913 756 or, if you prefer, you could answer this email. Our office schedule is from 10h to 22h (monday to friday)
Best regards and

 

[Bannsider]

Done a bit of research and they are mentioned as an official Spanish camino tour operators...so hopefully

 

[Bannsider]

Ahhh, I understand now. Have you tried contacting them and asking for email confirmation? I looked them up after I read your initial question yesterday. I sought info about the VdlP route to see what they offered. I gave them my email address and an old phone number that I no longer use. (Didn’t want a phone call, nor did I want my number sold to other merchants.). I immediately received an email from them saying they would have more info for me “tomorrow” (which is today). Today I received an email telling me that they tried to call me at the number that I had given them and that they were unable to reach me. Since they were willing to phone across the pond In regard to a casual inquiry, I don’t think requesting a receipt is too much to ask.

 

[Bannsider]

They are listed as a Spanish camino tour operator so it should be ok ...will let you know the outcome .Thanks for your help ..much appreciated

 

[Bannsider]

@Bannsider I wasn't trying to be helpful. That is the job of Agencies that exploit peoples fears and innocence and make a profit from Pilgrims. Thousands walk the Caminos without shelling-out to agents. There is sufficient free information to enable anyone to walk a camino without using an agent. Planning tools and websites for booking accommodation abound. Most of the paper guides will provide accommodation contact information. Most of the on-line guides provide links for making bookings.

If you have used an agent that you have no experience of and which you have not researched prior to your commitment that was your choice. Caveat Emptor

Once again you have been so so helpful ...good luck

 

[Former member 108703]

Hello,
I just got a quote from Pilgrim.es. Just wondering did you follow through with using them for your Camino? Did you do the Portugese coastal route?

Thank you !

 

[Bannsider]

Used pilgrim.es last year on the Camino Frances and all went very well even using them again in august on the del Norte .