Monthly Archives: August 2015

  The beautiful towns of Provence are so wonderfully photogenic. I wish I could do them justice!  It is an area so rich in history with so many influences dating back to midievel times. The Roman ruins rival those in … Continue reading →

    When  I was in Guatemala in January I met a French woman. We talked about my planned trip to Spain and she invited me to come to her home in Toulouse when I finished the Camino. Her name … Continue reading →

The large covered market  in Santiago is about a 10 minute walk from the Airbnb where I am staying. There is no better way to begin the day than walking leisurely through the vendor’s stalls watching restaurant owners and housewives alike … Continue reading →

  I took the bus this morning to Finisterre and Muxia. I had hoped to walk but I don’t have enough time to spend 3-5 more days walking. Next time I will want to plan to finish walking at “the … Continue reading →

Today I arrived in Santiago!  After several overcast days today was bright, sunny, warm and offered another one of the Spanish deep blue skies that almost don’t look real. My walk into Santiago was about 15 miles. I started out … Continue reading →

  I left Melida yesterday but not before learning first hand why it has the reputation it does for pulpo – octopus. I went to a small restaurant said to serve the very best and, while I have no comparators … Continue reading →

            Yesterday marked my second day since I have resumed walking. I was clearly overly cautious and reached my planned destinations for the day 2.5 hours before it even opened! While that would normally not … Continue reading →

Today I tested the leg with my first point to point walk on the Way without the safety net of a town and infrastructure if it didn’t go well. My fit bit registered almost 15 miles and I am settled … Continue reading →

Since leaving Leon I have basically been meandering through the Camino Frances by bus. I last wrote as I completed my time in beautiful Leon and then on to Astorga and last night Villafranca del     Bierza. The top … Continue reading →