In my second Q&A, I answered the following questions. You can find my first Q&A here. And if you have more questions, feel free to respond to this email or post a comment on this post!
How can you make sure to see the large incense burner in the Santiago cathedral swing (the Botafumeiro)? (1:06)
Where should you stay when you get to Santiago de Compostela? Advice for choosing wisely. For more information, check out What to Really Expect from Accommodations on the Camino de Santiago. (3:01)
Where can you find quiet places in Santiago de Compostela? My three recommendations. (10:16)
What should you know about cash on the Camino (where to get it, how much to bring, typical costs)? (14:36)
Should you use hiking sticks on the Camino? (19:25)
Can you bring hiking sticks on a plane, and what are the best alternatives if not? (20:43)
How should you handle jet lag when starting a Camino? (24:07)
Where do you get your Camino credential (and how do stamps/Compostela work)? (26:29)
Where do you go to the bathroom on the Camino? (31:24)
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Rebecca Weston
Camino Planning & Preparation Guide (for People 45+)
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About me: I walked my first Camino in 2012 . Since then, I have walked over a dozen Caminos—alone or with others; in spring, summer and fall; in Spain, Portugal, and France. I’ve also spent many days volunteering along the trail, and if I’m not walking one now, I’m planning the next—and would love nothing more than to help you plan yours, too. My husband and I live in a town of 6500 people on the Camino del Norte.
