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I resumed my pilgrim travel yesterday with a beautiful sunny, 80 degree walk – about 18 miles- from my Airbnb to the albergue in Comillas. I fortunately felt strong and well rested (and fed) and made good time. The albergue … Continue reading →

So, for those of you who know me well, it is atypical for me to go this long without talking extensively about food. I do like food!  And, I must say, Spain has this food thing figured out in many … Continue reading →

This picture on the left  the first glimpse of Laredo from the trail. The one on the right,the walk into Santander   As is the case on much of the Norte it seems, you get up each day in a … Continue reading →

Today dawned sunny and bright on the coast and I was happy to get started at first light for what I knew would be a long day.  The usual place to end from my departure point at Solana is Laredo … Continue reading →

  Today’s walk was beautiful and quite long. I find that I enjoy staying in th Albergues in the smaller villages better than the bigger towns. I think the younger people have an affinity for the towns (more nightlife etc) whereas … Continue reading →

Let me first say, I have not figured out how to insert the photos so they make sense with the narrative so forgive and just guess where the picture fits in the story! Yes, I live!  I have been without … Continue reading →

The walk today was beautiful, climbing up out of San Sebastián, the views back to the city and sea were spectacular. I left before anything was open for breakfast so I was hungry by the time I reached Orio, the … Continue reading →

I’m a bit hungry, tired, and sore in that order but I finished my first day on the Camino.  It far surpassed my expectations! Last night I found my way to the point where the Camino left Irun. I was … Continue reading →

Well, I guess it is official now. I have my credential and begin walking tomorrow.  Every step along the way seems quite momentous at this point. Finding the first Albergues in Irun to get my credential was the first step. … Continue reading →

I say “for now” because this is definitely a place I wish to return. I barely scratched the surface of this beautiful city. What I know is that it is rich with history, tradition, wonderful food, beautiful works of art, … Continue reading →