The 3 German ladies I shared my hostel room with last night were perfect roomies. No snoring, no midnight trips to the bathroom, all early risers. I got up about 6:25 am and took my stuff downstairs to pack so as not to disturb the lone sleeper and was out the door by 6:45 am. … Continue reading Day 4: Amorosa, 20.8 kms

A 6:30 am wake up this morning, in part assisted by my roommate’s snoring. I’ve no significant ill effects from yesterday’s exertions so it’s on to Esposende! A 7am departure and I’m glad I brought a spare set of clothes as all my hand washing from yesterday is still damp. One of the perils of … Continue reading Day 3: Esposende, 26.4 kms

It was a late start by Camino standards but everyone at the hostel slept in in order to enjoy the included breakfast which started at 8am. I was finally out the door by 8:45 am and walked right into a misty overcast day; the heavy marine layer making my €5 fleece a very wise purchase. … Continue reading Day 2: Vila Do Conde, 24 kms

I thought my hotel was a B&B but it wasn't mentioned when I checked in, and this morning when I asked for some milk for my Nespresso machine I was told breakfast wasn't included. A few moments later the girl knocked on my room and asked if bread, ham & cheese would do? Sure! And … Continue reading Day 1: Matoshinos, 16 kms

Everything went like clockwork for my trip to Europe.  All the planes were on time; there was no wait at customs at Heathrow;  I caught the next available bus for my connection to Stansted Airport.  I had a long but easy wait there - I ate, window-shopped, and walked the terminals until it was time … Continue reading Day 0: Arrival