Cloirtheach
New Member
- Time of past OR future Camino
- I'm planning on going this spring (2014) or next spring (2015)
Hi-ya! I recently just watched the movie The Way with Martin Sheen and it got me thinking that I needed to walk the Camino. I know it's probably not going to be as nice as the movie and I'm prepared to get a lot of blisters. I have very little to no knowledge of the Camino, except that it's related St. James the Apostle and that the usual 1000km route starts in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Now because I barely know anything about The Way, I have several questions:
1. How long should I be planning for this? Is this something you can plan for two months and jump in or should I be planning my trip a year in advance?
2. Because I want to walk like a pilgrim I am looking for the cheapest way possible. How much a day (food and hostels) would it cost? I know a lot of people say around $30-$35 is comfortable living, but I feel like I could sacrifice a couple things and do it cheaper.
3. When's the best time to go? I know flights are cheaper in the winter and I would love to walk at that time, but are there many people walking during the winter?
4. Do you make Camino Companions quickly? I know individual prayer and reflection is important, but I also feel you need at least one person to share the experience with.
5. Where should I be flying in if I'm going to be starting in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port? I read somewhere that I should be arriving in Pau, but is there a closer airport?
I appreciate all your help and please feel free to share some of your experiences!
1. How long should I be planning for this? Is this something you can plan for two months and jump in or should I be planning my trip a year in advance?
2. Because I want to walk like a pilgrim I am looking for the cheapest way possible. How much a day (food and hostels) would it cost? I know a lot of people say around $30-$35 is comfortable living, but I feel like I could sacrifice a couple things and do it cheaper.
3. When's the best time to go? I know flights are cheaper in the winter and I would love to walk at that time, but are there many people walking during the winter?
4. Do you make Camino Companions quickly? I know individual prayer and reflection is important, but I also feel you need at least one person to share the experience with.
5. Where should I be flying in if I'm going to be starting in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port? I read somewhere that I should be arriving in Pau, but is there a closer airport?
I appreciate all your help and please feel free to share some of your experiences!