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October the 12th 2004 I posted the first post here on this forum. 20 years have passed. Thank you for being such a good group of people and for hanging around. More here in this thread. All the best from Santiago, Ivar
That was so informative! Great advice. I will look into starting ten days after Easter or so. I heard the first week of May is usually the start of the early season. I am trying to avoid that too.
It appears things really pick up in early May on the CF. So, my question, is what are pros and cons of starting my pilgrimage a few days before or after Easter 2025? (Crowds, weather, events, other nuances)
I wanted to start mid April. I can...
Rhinelander! Now that is the Northwoods.
Yes, I plan to search posts and the FAQs before posting. I am sure every question under the sun has been asked and answered. I do have several questions that I will fire out there if I can’t find an...
Are bed bugs a problem in the winter months?
I’ve had a few run-ins with bed bugs at rentals. They are the most disgusting, invasive, awful things in the world.
Thanks in advance
Thanks for the advice. Being my first time, maybe I'll wait until all the services are open (lodging, restaurants, etc.)
If I decide not to trek over the holidays, I'll probably do the entire Frances before the masses spring '25.
Thanks Luka...
Luka,
I am new to the forum and the Camino. I am thinking about doing the Portuguese Central route over Christmas. My dates are open. I’m just starting to do some research. I am not sure if I will do it alone or maybe hook up with another...
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