We booked our flight!

[Jane A]

... and that makes it real. My friends and I are starting our camino next April. So excited to begin our journey. We're starting on April 28 from St. Jean. I saw some other posts of people starting around the same time. This forum looks like a great way to stay in touch - so maybe we'll run into each other.

 

[nycwalking]

Buen camino to you all.

 

[Douglas Christel]

I plan to arrive in St. Jean April 29 or May 1 (still trying to book flights). I hope to catch up with you and your friends along the Way!

 

[Jane A]

I plan to arrive in St. Jean April 29 or May 1 (still trying to book flights). I hope to catch up with you and your friends along the Way!

look for 5 middle-aged ladies traveling together

 

[FourDogFarm]

I am planning my Camino in late April/May as well. Do I need to start booking my tickets now? It seems like a long time away.

 

[Jane A]

I am planning my Camino in late April/May as well. Do I need to start booking my tickets now? It seems like a long time away.

I'm traveling with a group, and we're not all coming from the same city - so for peace of mind, we secured flights early. I'm a planner. I always do tons of research and book my trips 6 months out. I'm a control freak. I accept my flaws - but I have been known to plan INCREDIBLE vacations, so my reputation is on the line. I can be spontaneous though - i swear!

 

[Former member 49149]

I'm traveling with a group, and we're not all coming from the same city - so for peace of mind, we secured flights early. I'm a planner. I always do tons of research and book my trips 6 months out. I'm a control freak. I accept my flaws - but I have been known to plan INCREDIBLE vacations, so my reputation is on the line. I can be spontaneous though - i swear!

So, on the topic of ‘real” i can recommend a little book with a big message: The Velveteen Rabbit.

 

[lt56ny]

look for 5 middle-aged ladies traveling together

In about 2

look for 5 middle-aged ladies traveling together

In about 20 months I will be walking with 4 of my friends from college. We have been friends forever and a day. All nine of us. But only 5 will walk. I can’t wait! I have seen groups of friends, your age and mine and they have more love and fun then just about anyone. You will have an experience to remember forever and a day too! Buen Camino!

 

[Former member 49149]

I am planning my Camino in late April/May as well. Do I need to start booking my tickets now? It seems like a long time away.

I would imagine that depends on distance as well as time... maybe! No harm having a look anyway...

 

[JohnMcM]

I am planning my Camino in late April/May as well. Do I need to start booking my tickets now? It seems like a long time away.

I guess that depends on where you are and where you are intending to fly to.

Generally speaking, it is not unusual for tickets to be cheaper when folks book them well in advance.

Doing that, if you can afford it, can often offer the chance of "recovering financially" before starting your Camino.

Buen (ticket-purchasing) Camino

 

[Dorpie]

Welcome to the forum Jane.

I set out from St Jean what will be precisely four years ago by the time you start and had the distinct pleasure of meeting one of your fellow Floridians on day one. We and two others walked the entire way together and it was one of the great experiences of my life. I wish you the same good fortune.

Buen Camino,

Rob.

 

[Dorpie]

I am planning my Camino in late April/May as well. Do I need to start booking my tickets now? It seems like a long time away.

How are you reaching your start point? I made huge savings by booking train tickets in advance. Even though it was only a couple of months in advance I paid less for a first class ticket from Paris than I would have for a regular one if I'd paid on the day.

 

[Jamieb]

I am planning my Camino in late April/May as well. Do I need to start booking my tickets now? It seems like a long time away.

I will be there in June/July - I found a great deal with Delta from DFW-Madrid for $600 - I went ahead and purchased it a few weeks ago. I too was worried since it was so far in advance but everyone told me it was a great price for flying out of DFW.

 

[Kathy Jaudegis]

... and that makes it real. My friends and I are starting our camino next April. So excited to begin our journey. We're starting on April 28 from St. Jean. I saw some other posts of people starting around the same time. This forum looks like a great way to stay in touch - so maybe we'll run into each other.

Buen Camino!

 

[Jane A]

How are you reaching your start point? I made huge savings by booking train tickets in advance. Even though it was only a couple of months in advance I paid less for a first class ticket from Paris than I would have for a regular one if I'd paid on the day.

We're flying into Biarritz, then taking the train from Bayonne. too early to buy the train tix yet but we'll have them in advance. thanks for the tip.

 

[tomishy]

my daughter and I start April 29 from sjpp.we booked our flights a few weeks ago from tassie to paris then to biarittz - it is very exciting.

 

[blueskywa]

Buen Camino Jane!! We did our first, leaving on 26th April 2016 from SJPDP - A beautiful time of the year and beautiful scenery...have a wonderful time

 

[Jane A]

my daughter and I start April 29 from sjpp.we booked our flights a few weeks ago from tassie to paris then to biarittz - it is very exciting.

Maybe you’ll catch up with us and our paths will cross - good luck to you both!

 

[Harland2019]

look for 5 middle-aged ladies traveling together

I am walking it over 34 days arriving in Santiago de Compostela on 30 May. Setting off walking by myself, but probably not for long having read peoples accounts of the walk. Look out for 6'3" male, somewhat older than yourselves, when hopefully you catch me up - I'll probably hear you all coming!

 

[Patrick Hickmott]

Seems that nobody is alone for very long!!

Buen Camino!

 

[Vendee52]

Hi
I’ve tried the calendar but failed so here goes - I’m planning to start out from St Jean Sunday 28th April aiming for Santiago- it’s my first Camino and I’m on my own - getting kit, training etc together & excited!! Really need this focus

 

[Harland2019]

I am on a 35 day schedule leaving SJPdP on 27 April so get moving and catch me up!

 

[Vendee52]

Spending a lot of time planning and problem solving - I have downloaded the Frances App but wonder what else I need for maps eg if phone out of juice? I do like maps.....but not weight!

 

[gerardcarey]

A little taste of what is in store.
https://www.caminodesantiago.me/com...the-mountain-part-1-st-jean-to-orisson.23398/

 

[Vendee52]

Thank you so much ! So useful to know how it was and might be - gives me more confidence but it does raise further questions in my mind - I'm about to pay for a reservation in Orisson and then wondering whether I shall be able to do the Napolean or have to do the Valcaros route? Depending on weather I suppose but how does one make these decisions? Perhaps it is not necessary to book for late April ? I know I don't want to risk my feet and potential blisters right on the first day by pushing to do too many kms straight away.....

 

[Jane A]

Thank you so much ! So useful to know how it was and might be - gives me more confidence but it does raise further questions in my mind - I'm about to pay for a reservation in Orisson and then wondering whether I shall be able to do the Napolean or have to do the Valcaros route? Depending on weather I suppose but how does one make these decisions? Perhaps it is not necessary to book for late April ? I know I don't want to risk my feet and potential blisters right on the first day by pushing to do too many kms straight away.....

My group ended up not being able to secure beds at Orisson. I was strongly advised to walk to Orisson, bus back to SJPdP for the night, then bus back to Orisson to continue. Sounds wonky - but I'm taking the advice. So out of character for me, but I've got my delicate friends to consider