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  1. t2andreo

    Upcoming 1st trial 3 days SJPDP to Pamplona in late September

    I don't know, you would have to ask. But, in my personal experience train tickets tend to be fungible / flexible, unless they are specifically bought as a non-refundable or changeable ticket. Other folks, more experienced with this specific issue would need to weigh in. But, were it me...
  2. t2andreo

    Should I book an albergue in SJPDP for Sep

    Yes, if you can. Not having a bed that first night you arrive at your starting point sucks! It is certainly no way to start your Camino. I always advise making a reservation. I also recommend staying two nights at SJPdP. This gives you one, extra day to prepare, shop for last minute items or...
  3. t2andreo

    Weather in April

    The short answer is "it depends." You could have rain and / or snow every day, or dry clear skies. It is impossible to know until you arrive. So, follow the advice of others who recommend you "bring the full kit." Plan on wearing layers that you can add to or strip off as the case may be. If...
  4. t2andreo

    Oh to be young!

    In my experience, this phenomenon is largely a summer thing. That is when you find large groups of students from all over Spain and other European countries arriving off the Camino Frances. This same route has been followed for hundreds of years. Once schools reopen in September, the large...
  5. t2andreo

    Upcoming 1st trial 3 days SJPDP to Pamplona in late September

    With this being the Olympics summer in and around Paris, my considered opinion is to get away from Paris as soon as you can. This reasoning is partially based on logistical concerns and also upon safety concerns. Crowds, congestion and delays aggravate my anxiety condition. My feeling is that...
  6. t2andreo

    Celtic Camino part two to Santiago.

    Yes, of course. Nationality has nothing to do with Compostela eligibility. Visit the Camino Society of Ireland, at: https://www.caminosociety.ie/ for more information. Here is the direct link to information about the Celtic Camino: https://www.caminosociety.ie/celtic-camino-v2 The complete...
  7. t2andreo

    Celtic Camino part two to Santiago.

    As a general rule, pilgrims doing the Celtic or Irish Camino usually walk the first 25 - 30 km in Ireland, then travel to A' Coruña - typically by boat or plane. From there, they travel to the A' Coruña seaport, and turn to walk the remaining 75 or so km to Santiago. The document mentioned above...
  8. t2andreo

    Walkingpoles allowed through security in Santiago airport?

    This all explains why I always choose to adopt the least common denominator - I assume a very strict interpretation of the rules - and plan/pack accordingly. It is for this reason that I always check my poles, multi-tools, knives, etc. This approach always satisfies all countries security...
  9. t2andreo

    Walkingpoles allowed through security in Santiago airport?

    The airport at Santiago (SCQ) does not operate in a vacuum. It is part of an integrated, international air transportation system. What is allowed, or not, at SCQ has ripple effects across the global air travel system. Focusing solely on what is or is not allowed at SCQ, is unrealistic, at...
  10. t2andreo

    The NEW Camino Vello

    I did not drill down on many links. If the route is not authorized for issuing Compostelas, I tend not to be too interested. It's not that I don't care. More like, as a Pilgrim Office volunteer, I need to be aware of some routes, but not others - yet. Thanks for the information.
  11. t2andreo

    Walkingpoles allowed through security in Santiago airport?

    Before I would risk any of my walking poles - anywhere - I would want to see a clear and definitive "black and white" article or explanation from the relevant security authorities. If such a document exists online, with regards to hiking poles, could someone provide a link to that governmental...
  12. t2andreo

    The NEW Camino Vello

    I copied and converted the article to a .pdf file. I have attached it here. Hope this helps. Tom
  13. t2andreo

    Re: Post-Camino Blues

    I always felt that the Camino became part of my life, on or off-Camino. It significantly affected my personality, mental health, religious practice, and attitude towards other people and life in general. On the whole, a 'win-win" for all aspects of my life. Since April 2023, when my wife fell...
  14. t2andreo

    The NEW Camino Vello

    Here is a new report of a just documented NEW Camino route. See the article in today's (28 June 2024) El Voz de Galicia (Santiago): https://www.lavozdegalicia.es/noticia/galicia/2024/06/27/camino-santiago-suma-nueva-ruta-basada-cartografia-200-anos/00031719506050131504541.htm Approval may not...
  15. t2andreo

    Walking the Norte over the past few weeks

    IMHO, It is a very good thing that we cannot reserve pilgrim level rooms online. Organized "tourigrino" groups would soak up all availability. At least, with the current method, individual pilgrims have half a chance. As it is, legitimate church and community pilgrim groups DO manage to fully...
  16. t2andreo

    Pilgrim office

    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. Proceed about 100 meters, to the Pilgrim Office, on...
  17. t2andreo

    weight

    En serio!?!?!?
  18. t2andreo

    Money on the Camino

    Mirroring much of what has already been written above, my approach, developed over ten years, is to start off with about €200 on me, and two debit cards. Read the last paragraph for how I always come to have about €200 to start with on each trip. One is a European bank debit card. The other is...
  19. t2andreo

    Portuguese camino- New question...

    I found the .pdf file for my 2015 walk from Porto to Santiago. I just sent it to you attached to a Private Conversation. Nine years is a long time. I recommend you verify all the places of accommodation. Hope this helps. Tom
  20. t2andreo

    Portuguese camino- New question...

    I will try to find it. I may have purged my files.

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