Roberta, a retired teacher and Pilgrim Office volunteer, shared invaluable insights, making my Camino unforgettable.
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Day #14 – Poncesures to Riotinto
Embarking on the Camino de Santiago, where every step brings new friends and unforgettable moments. From stunning landscapes to enriching conversations, the journey is as much about the people you meet as it is about the miles you walk.
Day #13 – Caldas de Reis to Pontecesures
A brilliant day on the Camino! Meeting new people, great chats, and a memorable encounter with Madelyn.
Day # 12 – Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis
Staying in the same hostel from my past Camino journey, I’m excited to finish my trek and make new memories in Santiago
Day 10 & 11 – Vigo to Rondondela & Rondondela to Pontevedra
https://videopress.com/v/f4W2ppRp?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Well, 10 miles was optimistic! The lyrics of one song kept going through my head today, “what goes up must come down”🎵 Made it on the first climb of the day. Day 10th profile I have not been very good about reading much information about what the upcoming day is going to look like.ContinueContinue reading “Day 10 & 11 – Vigo to Rondondela & Rondondela to Pontevedra”
Day 9 – Nigrán to Vigo
Solo hiking offered quiet contemplation, while the lively plazas of Vigo provided a vibrant contrast.
Day 8 – Viladesuso to Nigran
The trail was a rollercoaster of surprises, with unexpected climbs and descents that kept me on my toes.
Day 7 -A Guarda to Viladesuso
A perfect blend of walking a Camino that takes you through villages, mountain trails, coastal walkways and busy highways.
Day #6 – Vila Praia de Ãncora to Guarde
A whirlwind of activities! From exploring Portugal to Spain, every step was a new discovery.
Travel Day – as always patience is needed.
Would not suggest this travel itinerary.
T’was the Night Before….
The night before departure is always an endless blur. I’m thrilled to almost have the planning behind me and the actual trip ahead, filled with the excitement of the unknown.
Day 8 – Lorca to Logrono
https://videopress.com/v/2p5j8Lsv?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true I’ve been walking since 6 AM and there is no one on the trail in front of me or behind me. I keep checking my map to make sure that I’m on the Frances. Caution! On a hill miles from somewhere In Rioja! Snails to Santiago Nature’s palette is perfect Working the Vineyards AContinueContinue reading “Day 8 – Lorca to Logrono”
Day 7- Lorca to Villamayor de Monjardin
I will keep this short and sweet….I made it! This respiratory issue with no sleep is taking its toll plus I have no appetite…not a good thing when distance walking. https://videopress.com/v/4cBxUPuu?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true The Spanish countryside kept me moving one step at a time. Snails live thee flax bushes
Day 6 – Obanos to Lorca
https://videopress.com/v/FYNAWxbq?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true I think that I might’ve been the only pilgrim that stayed in this cute little town. I know I was the only one who stayed in my Albergue/Rural Hotel. I saw the owner one time and then that was it. A nice place for the price, but not the usual friendly Camino welcoming. TheContinueContinue reading “Day 6 – Obanos to Lorca”
Day 5 – Pamplona to Obanos
https://videopress.com/v/eA9pf65h?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true The early start was a great idea. Lots of open area with little shade. Nothing on the Camino is truly flat and it is easy to be caught up with “oh this stage doesn’t have much elevation!” I don’t think that anyone said that about today. It was a long up hill climb toContinueContinue reading “Day 5 – Pamplona to Obanos”
Day 4 – Ilarratz to Pamplona
Today the morning was cool and refreshing. A nice walk through some woods and countryside with just a bit of background noise from the freeway that runs parallel to this part of the Camino. I’m looking forward to the day. It’s not as hot as yesterday. https://videopress.com/v/pJAi0gNg?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true If I could whistle like my dad, IContinueContinue reading “Day 4 – Ilarratz to Pamplona”
Camino Travel Day
It was an early rise today, 3:00 am to catch my plane from Copenhagen to Paris to Biarritz when a shuttle to St Jean Pied a Port, the start of the Camino Frances. Boots on for the first time of this Camino. Hummmm. Sitting on the ground in Paris. No one can come out toContinueContinue reading “Camino Travel Day”
Post Camino Day 1-3
Lots of lessons learned this Camino! The main one was to be a little gentler on myself. I never want to ask or expect help, and for this Camino. I had to put my pride aside. It definitely is hard to decide if it was the trail that challenged my body or my age. ItContinueContinue reading “Post Camino Day 1-3”