Neat - though, wouldn't a skirt solve the problem? A kilt does for men. (Note: The male trouser zip is too short, it needs to go at least four inches further to allow full access.)
Re the design ... shouldn't there be a flap inside that runs...
Honestly, I just pay it and move on.
I am older and make good money, and I know so many are on limited budgets. We almost always pay for meals and drinks for our fellow pilgrims that are in their twenties, sometimes 30s, because I know they...
Hi Jeff,
Here are the best resources I've found for the Camino Le Puy:
Discovering the Via Podiensis (pdf)
The Way of Le Puy: All the Stuff You Wanna Know or Oughta Wanna Know Before Starting Out (pdf)
Camino - Via Podiensis - GR 65 - Chemin du...
Did they both and both are tough. I think the Norte overall is tougher because there are ALOT more steep up and downs for a longer period of time. Both are beautiful but in very different ways.. The other comparisons I would suggest (at least for...
It is possible to go without reservations, but not recommended, for two reasons:
1) Most gites are small mom-and-pop operations and lodging is demi-pension (3-4 course French meal served family style). Madame needs to know how many groceries to...
I started in St Jean on 11/7. By the time i hit Sarria i was used to leaving early, 6am and hardly encountered anyone as I walk quickly. I booked accommodation at all the main stops 1 week in advance and this left me free to enjoy the scenery. I...
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