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<DIV><FONT size=2>Dear All,</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>To come home and read the postings made during the time I was
on the Camino, August 3-27, was a welcome way of softening
re-entry.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>Now, after the first good night's sleep in nearly a month, I
would like to post five points I wish I had known, in case they can help others
planning their journey. Apologies if they are already widely known - I
deliberately did not want to be over-informed before setting out, but I had
</FONT><FONT size=2>read several pilgrim's narratives of the Camino, and
followed this list for a month or so.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>1. Budget - it was not possible for me to do the journey on
2000 ptas a day</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>2. Footwear: In the dry (summer season) it is possible to do
nearly all the Camino in sandals.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>3. Showers - It is possible to shower and was
clothes at refugios without staying the night there.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>4. Toilet roll - a small supply carried with
you is most handy for the frequent occasions when there is none in the
facilities you are using!</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2>5. Return travel - The Spanish national airline discounts
nearly 50% of their regular fares to pilgrims returning home. You need to show
your 'compostela' certificate. Also, in the high (August) season it can be
difficult to get a ticket out of Santiago</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>For those that can wish them, , further comments on these
points follow in Part 2.:</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV>Buen Camino a todos.</DIV>
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<DIV>Charles Clasen</DIV>
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