Starting tomorrow!

[Afiaabrafi]

Hi everyone,
I am a first time pilgrim from Canada, arriving in SJPDP today, and starting my walk tomorrow. Filled with a mix of anticipation and nerves! Anyone else walking during this time also?
Kind wishes,
Toni

 

[SYates]

Buen Camino and keep an eye on http://www.aprinca.com/alberguesinvierno/ To check which albergues are open/closed. SY

 

[Former member 60103]

Buen Camino.
Don.

 

[Jean Ti]

Buen Camino and keep an eye on http://www.aprinca.com/alberguesinvierno/ To check which albergues are open/closed. SY

I am starting the camino Portuguese on november 11 from Lisbon and wonder if a similar list exist?

 

[Afiaabrafi]

Buen Camino and keep an eye on http://www.aprinca.com/alberguesinvierno/ To check which albergues are open/closed. SY

Thank you! I definitely will. Do you know how far in advance I need to make reservations for the albergues in winter? I have reservations for the first few days but that’s it so far.

 

[SYates]

Reservations aren't really necessary in winter, but should call ahead to see if a place is open, especially when there are not many other options, like in small villages.
BC SY

 

[Pia Valbak Schmidt]

Hi everyone,
I am a first time pilgrim from Canada, arriving in SJPDP today, and starting my walk tomorrow. Filled with a mix of anticipation and nerves! Anyone else walking during this time also?
Kind wishes,
Toni

Buen Camino, Ultreia and enjoy

 

[Paul Corrin]

Hi everyone,
I am a first time pilgrim from Canada, arriving in SJPDP today, and starting my walk tomorrow. Filled with a mix of anticipation and nerves! Anyone else walking during this time also?
Kind wishes,
Toni

All will be good, don’t worry, just do. Buen Camino!

 

[nycwalking]

Dress warmly.

Buen camino.

 

[AlwynWellington]

with a mix of anticipation and nerves

@Afiaabrafi , kia kaha (take care, be strong, get going)

 

[Dave C.]

Dress warmly.

Buen camino.

Really cold, wet and windy walking to Estella yesterday. Be prepared, very few bars/cafes open along the whole way.

 

[Donjek]

Thank you! I definitely will. Do you know how far in advance I need to make reservations for the albergues in winter? I have reservations for the first few days but that’s it so far.

I went October to December 2012. Reservations? Never. A lot of Albergues were closed for the season. Usually the only ones open were in the larger towns ... so I planned on stopping in those places. In Galicia most of the Xunta operated albergues were open and were reasonably comfortable. Its better to stop earlier than end up walking after sunset ... because that really is a recipe for getting lost.

 

[Afiaabrafi]

Really cold, wet and windy walking to Estella yesterday. Be prepared, very few bars/cafes open along the whole way.

Yes, I have started to realize that there is little open in between the main towns! I now take nuts, fruit, and sweets with me for snacks in between. Helps to stay warm

 

[Afiaabrafi]

I can’t imagine walking at night. I’m barely coordinated enough to walk the Camino during the day

I went October to December 2012. Reservations? Never. A lot of Albergues were closed for the season. Usually the only ones open were in the larger towns ... so I planned on stopping in those places. In Galicia most of the Xunta operated albergues were open and were reasonably comfortable. Its better to stop earlier than end up walking after sunset ... because that really is a recipe for getting lost.

 

[VNwalking]

Buen camino, @Afiaabrafi
I hope by the time you get there, Galicia will have begun to dry out!

 

[Dave C.]

We had the Pilgrim dinner in Santo Domingo tonight at a restaurant called Wonderlust. Excellent food and atmosphere.
Definitely a 5 out of 5!!!
It is new and just past the Cathedral on the right.
Out of 60 days (over the years) on the Camino, definitely the best owners, atmosphere and food.