TripTracker.net - Espana 2012, San Nicolas del Real Camino

Departure Bilbao, Spain San Sebastian, Spain St. Jean Pied de Port Roncesvalles Arre, Spain Estella, Spain Navarette (12.7km from Logrono)Belorado, Spain Burgos, Spain San Nicolas del Real Camino Leon Astorga, Spain Ponferrada, Spain Ponte Campana Santiago de Compostela, Spain Muxia Finisterre, Spain

jenks

Espana 2012

San Nicolas del Real Camino

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May 10 2012, 06:40 PM

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San Nicolás del Real Camino, Spain

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1. I guess it was fate! Since Burgos is a major city, the next morning was a regular who's who of Koreans I had met along the way. Spent the last couple days continually running into all of them. I also ran into some younger kids (mid-20s) who were amusing. The older girl was quite sweet and it turned out we are kindred spirits. We broke off from the pack and walked and talked today. She was filling me in on some crazy Korean society quirks and how even though it's a "democracy," it's kind of not. Too long to write but basically the government controls the media. And society is still pretty influenced by the jaebol families like how some mother@&&$ing guy beat up one of the striking workers in one of his family's factories for fun and then threw money at him. WTF?! She said he wasn't punished nor was it really in the news. There is like a semi-revolution going on online which is kind of cool.
2. The days were pretty rainy and cold until yesterday. Today was freaking hot and sunny and we are in the Meseta which is kind of like the Plains(? Not verified) So, very little shade. I have got some funky tan lines going on. I wish I had prepared like some of the other Asians with face masks, etc. I know they look funny but I'm paranoid about the wrinkles and skin cancer!!
3. I stayed in a place run by nuns last night and it was a fantastic place. I had read about it online and wasn't disappointed. No bunk beds! Separate bathrooms! Carrion de Los Condes seems to be a pretty religious place. They had a mass with a special blessing ceremony for pilgrims where one of the nuns was playing a recorder. Nice and calming.
4. I walked 6km more than most others today because I wanted to have more time in Sahagun tomorrow. BEST decision. While it was a long (and hot) walk, there appears to only be one other couple here. It's a cute albergue with a garden, clean, modern, free wifi and because it's just us, I currently have an entire room to myself! Fan-freaking-tastic. I'm elated. Especially because I haven't slept well the last couple nights. I think everyone's tired because it's been a regular symphony of snorers ( myself probably included). It's also nice not having the loud din of people talking. I think the French couple is in the bar because I only hear birds outside. :D
5. I passed the halfway mark today. I sometimes find myself daydreaming about having some Rioja and pintxos in Barcelona, not wearing my boots or my pack or dry fit clothing. Soon! In the meantime, I'm trying to soak up as much nature and fresh air as possible.

Comments

Halfway mark!

Written by jenicem 13 months ago

Wow! That calls for a celebration :-)

Yay!

Written by deb79 13 months ago

I'm so glad you found a kindred spirit in Spain! can't believe you're already halfway done. I daydream of having rioja and pintxos in BCN too...but then again, when do I not?

	18. Finisterre, Spain May 29 2012, 06:04 PMFinisterre, Spain1 comment El fin en Finisterre. It had been cold and rainy during the day but cleared up in time for sunset which was beautiful. Ready to not live the "camino lifestyle" anymore. Barcelona, here I come!

	17. Muxia May 28 2012, 09:03 PMMuxía, Spain1 comment I love the ocean. The sound of the waves crashing against the rocks make a nice backdrop for a sunset picnic. In 32 days, I have walked from the mountain border to the ocean. One more day and I reach "land's end," Finisterre. Then you can call me Forrest, Forrest Gump, because I just...

	16. Santiago de Compostela, Spain May 24 2012, 07:33 PMSantiago de Compostela, Spain2 comments Made it. :) Feeling very thankful, blessed and tired. I had heard that they give the pilgrims who earn the compostela a shout out so pushed myself to arrive today so I can hear it in mass tomorrow. I'll be taking my first break day tomorrow to check out the sights and pilgrim watch before...

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