A few days of activity
On Friday August 30th I checked out of my hotel and took a taxi to the transportation center. Madrid is interesting because it has multiple stations where you can catch a bus or a train. Today my bus for Nàjera leaves…
First Day in the Albergue
Our first day was a training day. When we arrived we were able to see the system for checking in the pilgrims and taking the money, doing the accounting and reporting and closing out the day. All very easy and simple.…
September begins on the Camino
September is typically one of the busiest months on the Camino. The weather is great so many decide to walk at that time. September 1st was quiet for us only 30 pilgrims so we did not know what to expect. Well, the very…
A Day in Madrid and Toledo
Today a woke up to rain. I started to walk out the door of my hotel and realized it was raining so back upstairs I went to get my raincoat. I was headed for Toledo to take a walking tour. The train ride to Toledo only…
Arrived in Madrid
This morning I arrived in Madrid. While I am always excited to arrive here, today was a tough one. The ride across the pond was anything but restful so my body was screaming at me that it was time for bed. I of course…
Camino 2024 On My Way
Today I begin my travels back to Spain and the Camino. This year I will volunteer as a hospitalero (a person who runs and manages an Albergue / hostel on the Camino de Santiago). My assignment will last for the first…