There are some pilgrims (actually quite a few) who do not carry any food with them on the Camino, only enough liquids to drink - because they have fat tissue under their skin. If you are even slightly overweight, walking the longest distance on...
We were just there this spring. A couple of things come to mind:
Don't miss seeing the hanging bridge in Portugalete.
Be sure to take the coastal variant between Galizano and Santander. It's beautiful and not too hard.
Why they carry it out to 3 nonsensical decimal points is beyond my attention span. They are obviously so very, very, very, exquisitely accurate. 😂🚶🏽♀️😂
From Plaza Obradoiro, place the Cathedral at your back. The Parador (Hostal del dos Reyes Catolicos) will be on your right.
Exit the plaza at the right, far corner. Walk down the ramp.
At the bottom of the ramp, turn right onto Rua Carretas...
You will find a few challenges specific to the period: 1) weather; you are walking along the south coast of the Bay of Biscay with brisk sea breezes-- think of walking in Connemara or the Scottish Isles at that time of year. Assume rain. 2)...
I'm currently in Melinda, but I got to witness an incredible show last week while in El Acebo.
After a hot shower to warm up and a satisfying dinner, I ventured outside my hostel to capture a few photos and was greeted by an astonishing display...
Our Capital One debit and credit cards don't charge fees.
For phone service (calls and data), we always get an inexpensive pay-as-you go 30-day SIM from Vodafone. If you need it for longer than 30 days you can renew it at ATMs or grocery stores...
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