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<DIV><FONT face="Times New Roman" size=3>Greetings: I erred. The
train station to use in Madrid is, as the Toppings, indicate, Charmatin.
My apologies. I also for got to mention the train from Santiago to Madrid
takes about a day. Does any know if an Airline from Sant. to Mad. still
gives a discount if a pilgrim shows the Compostela? I read this in an
account somewhere. Additionally, I remember that a restaurant in Santiago
offered a free meal for the same reason. Any current information?
Thanks, Felipe</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Saludos Jen from New Zealand,</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>My husband John and I are beginning our Camino
from Roncevalles on April 20. We are flying from N.Z. to Madrid, where
we will stay for a couple of days. We then get the train from Charmatin
Station in Madrid (Talgo 200 - leaves at 7.15 a.m.) to Pamplona. We will
then get a bus to Roncevalles (La Montanesa Buses, Avenida del Conde Oliveto -
purchase ticket from the driver) at 4.00 p.m. This should get us to
Roncevalles in time to organise our pilgrims credentials, order a meal, and
attend mass. We intend to leave the next day to begin our journey taking
approximately 34-35 days to complete. We would also like to venture out
to Finisterre from Santiago. We were able to get what we feel is a good
walking plan for us from <FONT face="Times New Roman" size=3> </FONT><A
href="http://unix6.sysnet.net/~ometzin/itisanti.html"><FONT
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>We are very excited about our trip and perhaps
our paths will meet. All the best for your preparations.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Marion.</FONT></DIV>
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