Pilgrimages to Santiago de Compostela in Spain
Grouping these days together as they were kind of two of the same. Since we stayed on the outskirts of Gijon last night, we arrived very early in the morning. Much like San Sebastian, Gijon has a wonderfully inclosed beach in a sort of clamshell shape. High tide covers all of the sand in …
After nearly a week of clouds and rain, the sun came out today! It began with a peaceful walk out of town. This bridge reminded Mikey of many that he had seen last year on the French Camino. More importantly, the blue sky was a welcomed change. Mikey stocked up on water from this …
There is really nothing like going to sleep in a thunderstorm. The even pattering of the rain on the roof and the rolling thunder rumbling in the distance are things Mikey has grown to miss since moving out west. When this is repeated the next morning, however, it is not as enjoyable. You see, …
Just a few observations before we get started: 1) La Isla isn't an island. 2) Mikey almost skipped the walk today. 3) Rain blows - especially when it's blowing. 4) Considering said rain, we don't have a lot of pictures of today. Remember how we opened the windows last night to hear the rain? …
Today was pretty long, but the sights were stunning as usual. Upon leaving Llanes, Mikey noticed that he had not refilled the water bottles - oops. Finding no fountains along the way he really felt like he was up (*something*) Creek. Nope, it was just Poo! Yeah, that's right, there's a town called Poo. …
Mikey slept like a rock - like a rock that didn't wake to any of his 4 vibrating alarms! He was still the first up and out the door - well, except for the older lady in her underwear whom he walked in on while attempting to brush his teeth. Not sure who was more …
Today we said goodbye to the province of Cantabria and began our trek through Asturias. Although the walk was an easy-going 20 miles, Mikey wanted to have the included breakfast at his hotel. As it didn't start until 9am, we left a little later than expected. Aside from being "carb-o-licious," it was just cute! …
Mikey on The Way 