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Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
It sounds like you've been on a journey and that your future work will have an element of helping people on their journeys ....... might walking the Camino be a very natural and positive part of all that? And if so, does that help you with your mom's concern that "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!" Walking a Camino could fit perfectly into that transition .... but of course only you can know and decide that.I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs).
Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
Hello Sam,
And be aware: the Caminos are very addictive. If you are "done" with it, maybe Camino will not be done with you
Hope you make it and stay safe and sound.
BC
Roland
Many of us are walking long caminos well past retirement age, so I wouldn't give the concern that you'll 'age out' too much weight.Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?"
Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
Assuming that you have the funds saved up and that there are no impediments to international travel, I would go. I'm not so much swayed by "You'll never get any younger." There is no perfect age to walk the Camino and being younger is not necessarily an advantage. And I'm not sure I buy "There is no perfect time for anything". But there is definitely a point to "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk." Once you are settled in a job that you want to keep, it may be a while before you are once again in a position to take a couple of months off. As well, looking for a job after you have walked a Camino does have advantages. You will likely have a better sense of yourself and what you are looking for. And it does serve as evidence that you can see something through.Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
Go for it! Just imagine the 'life experiences' you'll be able to bring to any employment in the future.Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
This really gets to the point lolI think it could be a good idea to wait some years until you have settled down. Then wait some more years until you have your own family. Then wait some years until the kids dont need you.
Then, thats the moment to hurry up, just before your grandchildren miss their grandmother and after you realize that you lost a great opportunity to be young forever, when you were 26 years old.
No moment like present moment.
Buen Camino.
Hi,Wow! I really had not expected such a high rate of response on this. Thank you all, that have replied, so much for your thoughtful responses. They have certainly given me a good bit of needed perspective. I guess it is also worth mentioning that I do have prior work experience as a K-12 Art teacher. The comment that higher education is in financial straits definitely does not fall on deaf ears. However, my K-12 teaching license is not set to expire until 2024, so that is my back up option (Btw I’m still very passionate about teaching art, so it’s a great “back up” in comparison to many folks’ plan B’s which they only find barely palatable). So there is that. I’m also a fairly avid hiker and have done a few longer distance backpacking trips in the Grand Canyon, so I’m not too worried about the Camino not being my thing once I get there.
If those details change how any of you might view the situation, I’m happy to hear your take.
Thanks again!
When I decided to walk the Camino I was on the other side of the career spectrum (near retirement). Something very powerful, a feeling, I guess, told me to retire early and walk the Camino. I retired three years earlier than I might have done and walked the Camino in 2019, starting just days after I left the job. It was the best decision I've ever made. And now looking how 2020 unfolded, it makes my decision that much more important to me. Trust me, life is long and there will be plenty of time to make money, but little time to do what you truly want to do.Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
You will find that many who are responding to you here are in that age group or older! My own mother just turned 90, and I'm thinking that I might have to start worrying about her health - I certainly didn't worry about it when she was only in her 60s!My parents are in their mid sixties now, so I could easily see their age and health keeping me tied to one place in another 10 years or so.
Very simple answer. GO. Do the things that you need to do when you are young. Looking back on life, I find I have more regret about what I did not do rather than what I did do. Wish I had heard of the camino when I was young. Would have walked them all by how plus a few other pilgrimages. Of course, this is on the proviso that it is safe to do so. Covid well under control or a vaccine. I am working on the belief that all will be fine by late March/early April and then I am offHi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
I am hoping things might be in a better place by Spring of next year. However, if we're still dealing with travel restrictions and quarantining on either side of a trip by then, I will definitely be staying put. I'd only entertain going when things are (relatively) back to normal again. It's totally possible this issue resolves itself by way of the pandemic forcing me to postpone.
Hi Sam and welcome to the parralel universe that is the Camino.Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
Your Mom isn't going to like what I have to say.Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
I don't think that April was mentioned. The OP is thinking about Summer of 2021While my heart is totally in accord with the emotion I feel that 2 big things need to be addressed before you commit to April 2021.
Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
Go girl. I wanted to do (at least part of) the Camino in 1996 when I was 58 but was told I was ‘too old’. I put the thought of the Camino to the back of my mind but it never stopped calling me. Then, in 2019, when I was 81 and my friend was 75, we walked from Sarria to Santiago and that stretch of road only made me more determined to go back and do more. We had arranged to do Camino Portuguese this year in May but everything was cancelled due to virus. The Camino continues to call and we both hope to set off again in May 2021, all being well. So I say to you DO IT WHILE YOU CAN, working life can wait but the Camino will keep calling you. Buen Camino.You're asking the wrong people.
I can't imagine anyone here saying "Don't Go"
Wow! I am so impressed by your tenacity. I certainly hope I’m still in condition to do such incredible physical feats when I’m in my 80’s. Thank you for you perspective.Go girl. I wanted to do (at least part of) the Camino in 1996 when I was 58 but was told I was ‘too old’. I put the thought of the Camino to the back of my mind but it never stopped calling me. Then, in 2019, when I was 81 and my friend was 75, we walked from Sarria to Santiago and that stretch of road only made me more determined to go back and do more. We had arranged to do Camino Portuguese this year in May but everything was cancelled due to virus. The Camino continues to call and we both hope to set off again in May 2021, all being well. So I say to you DO IT WHILE YOU CAN, working life can wait but the Camino will keep calling you. Buen Camino.
Beautifully put my friend!Forget all the what I did or what I should have done advice. That is another person’s life not yours.You will know the answer when the moment comes . You just need to gather the courage to say it out loud.
Look around you and tell me what is certain except the future is certainly more uncertain then it has been in a long time.
You have said it in 5 different ways . You want to go. So go about your life and finish school and look for a job and hopefully get a job and who knows when things will open up again.
Don’t wait on anything. Go live. When travel opens and it is safe to go take a moment and breath and see what your breath tells you. You will know in an instant. Until then live in this moment and see where life, your dreams and your actions take you. Maybe your breath will say Camino on that day and maybe it won’t. Who knows just don’t stop doing anything and let life unfold until that day comes.
I knew I loved you for a reason. Stay well my friend.Beautifully put my friend!
Just plan and go. No regrets. You’ll have the best time ever ! Especially if you have the time to do it all and enjoy.Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
I concur. There's no better time. You don't need to worry about the mountain of things that will need to be done when you return. No worries about the people filling in for you. No work related emails to check. Money may be a little tight but the Camino is a good environment for a frugal person. Between jobs is a great time for making the most of a Camino.Some people I've spoken to say "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!"
I don't think so. I think any university will look at you as a mid-career professional who has just upgraded her qualifications and has a solid plan for a two month sabbatical. Nothing eccentric about that. I'm sure many interviewers will think that your plan is excellent. At the very least, you will brush up your Spanish, which may be viewed as a valuable capability if your school is engaging with Spanish speaking students - or has plans to increase outreach to those students and communities."You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
You're asking the wrong people.
I can't imagine anyone here saying "Don't
I walked after grad school and honestly there couldn't have been a better time for it! Being between jobs gives flexibility to be open to changes with the experience, and if you survived grad school then congrats you've just proven you've got the drive, tenacity, and diligence to handle whatever comes your way! The Camino can also be done very cheaply if finances are a concern - honestly the few weeks of travel have the potential to cost more - I'd say go for it!Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
Hello Sam-Hi all,
I am currently a grad student in the United States in my last year of studies. Over the past year or so, I've become infatuated with walking the Camino. I'm 26 and have never walked the Camino before, but I did study in Spain for a semester in undergrad and have been looking for a good excuse to go back ever since; I guess that could explain my recent obsession.
Anyway, as I'm finishing up my grad degree, I'm re-entering the job market and I hope to have employment working at a university as an academic advisor or counselor someday soon (my degree is in higher education/college student affairs). I'm torn about if this coming summer 2021 (assuming Americans are able to travel to Spain by then) is a good time for me to walk the Camino or not. Some people I've spoken to say to go as soon as I can because, "You'll never get any younger." and, "There's no perfect time for anything so why wait?" and, "Being between jobs is a perfect time to walk!" While others, like my mom lol, have said things like "You should really focus on getting a job right away after graduation in May" or, "You'll never get any job offers if you tell them in an interview you'll be gone for two months over the summer!"
So, I'm asking what you all on here think is the best move. Should I just go for it, assuming I have the funds saved up by the time next April rolls around and that international tourism is once more a thing? Or should I postpone until I've established myself in my new career after a few years? It is also worth mentioning :
1) that since I will (hopefully) be working in student affairs on a college campus that my summers will be relatively light when it comes to work most years
2) if I go, I'm planning to do the full Camino Frances from SJPDP to Muxia (+a week or so of extra travel around Spain; approx. 2 months total for the entire trip)
Thank you in advance for your input! I really appreciate it
Hi, I suggest Finisterra first then across to Muxia. Why, Finisterra is over populated, tourists, etc. The cross country toward Muxia is relatively easy (28 km) and Muxia is a beautiful seaside town and there’s a beautiful Church near the far end of town. You can take a bus from there back to SDC. Very relaxing.Hello Sam-
Follow your heart and don't worry about the rest, it will work itself out. Don't let the concerns and opinions of others overshadow what you feel compelled to do. Check in with yourself and you will know when the time is right.
BTW- Definitely walk out to Muxia, and continue on to Fisterra. I did it in 2015, it was awesome.
Yes, I have had to postpone my first Camino trip 2 times now. But the dream is still alive...!I am hoping things might be in a better place by Spring of next year. However, if we're still dealing with travel restrictions and quarantining on either side of a trip by then, I will definitely be staying put. I'd only entertain going when things are (relatively) back to normal again. It's totally possible this issue resolves itself by way of the pandemic forcing me to postpone.
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