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Hi- I am starting the Via Podiensis Camino at the end of the month. I know people swear by the MMDD guide book for this camino but I am not sure why.
So far I have been making use of the excellent spreadsheet of gites that David has created and...
You will be arriving Lyon on Tuesday May 7. May 8 is a national holiday in France (V-E Day). Try to book a room -- any room -- in Le Puy for 7th or 8th. If you can't, stay over in Lyon (a wonderful place with lots of accommodations, great food...
Hello everyone! Well.. one week from today will begin my walk across France and Spain. I see a number of posts regarding a wave of walkers and room accommodation limitations. I am one who is approaching this with ZERO pre-made reservations except...
I'd definitely recommend booking a few days ahead. The GR65 will be busy at this time of year, at least from Le Puys to Conques. I'm travelling to Le Puy next Wednesday and have booked ahead. If you're on Facebook, I strongly recommend the group...
Yes I agree! Not been on Camino for nearly 3 years, but have probably spent 1.5 to 2 years in Spain over the last 4 years and tea as you and I know it, not really a thing so bring your own tea bags. If you do ask say ‘hot tea’ as many parts of...
This was my husband. So many thanks to all of my fellow pilgrims who stopped to help and to pray and to translate for me.
He was doing what he loved.
Thank you for the news article link.
Howdy folks
I am looking forward to doing the St. James Way in England and considering continuing on with the es Camino INGLES.
Can anyone share suggestion or have experience with transportation options across the Channel?
Prefer boat or ferry...
What a lovely idea to do it by ferry. Travelling as a foot passenger, you'll have a much lower carbon footprint than by plane as well. Sure, the ferry is more expensive but no need for airport transfers, and you get to see the sea. I'd love to...
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