The weather was perfect for crossing up and over the Pyrenees. Sunny, a bit of a breeze, not to warm. You couldn’t ask for anything better! The views were impressive, almost Heidi-like with large dairy cows with huge bells tied… Continue reading

We start walking from Cathy and Tauno’s AirBnB to the start of The Camino. I was embarrassed to be seen. I had my backpack on plus I was carrying a day pack on my front. Other pilgrims would be horrified… Continue reading

We left Tauno just after 8:00 am. He will catch a bus to Pamplona and see us there a few days from now. Liz’s brilliant idea of paying to have our packs transported was our next task. We would thank… Continue reading

They say your pack should weigh between 10-12% of your body weight. I am wishing I had gained some weight. And the formula is probably written by and intended for men around 180-200lbs. I will confess right off the bat… Continue reading

I can tell you that Tauno and I have nothing nearly as dramatic to tell about in our adventures so far. We are staying in a lovely Basque house which is only a ten minute walk to the center of… Continue reading

I made it to YVR still smelling of eau d’otter and ran into David and Victoria, friends who were on their way to London but had an earlier plane. They didn’t seem to notice anything unusual so that was a… Continue reading

The plan was for Tauno and I to arrive a few days earlier than Liz in order to acclimatise and explore St Jean-Pied-De-Port and have a few days together before I head out with Liz on our journey. We boarded… Continue reading

I almost got derailed before I even started. Everything seemed just fine when I woke with plenty of time. Did a double check of gear, had a coffee, took the compost out, packaged the recycling and garbage,Yada Yada Yada. Got… Continue reading

I know all the arguments for NOT taking technology but I AM taking my techno toys with me. My tablet weighing in at 471 grams; Phone at 170 grams; charger, cords, power adapter and ear phones 132 grams and power… Continue reading

Liz started the conversation with an appealing walk, lose some weight and sample the great tapas and wine Spain has to offer. It sounded like a great way to see  and enjoy the local Spanish life and find some physical… Continue reading