Setting Aside Time for a Camino
There are a number of factors which might be operating when deciding how much time to set aside for your Camino. Those taking leave from work or household commitments are limited by the time allocated. People between jobs or those who are retired may have more flexibility. Experience has taught me that more on the Camino is usually better. One way to gain a feeling of time is to suspend making return arrangements for the journey from Santiago de Compostela to the international departure point. Delaying reservations will usually see a small increase in the fare. However having the luxury of time on the Camino is well worth it regarding cost/benefit. Remember it is all about the journey!
If there is ‘spare’ time following the arrival in Santiago, a further short Camino may be walked. I have walked the Camino Ingles and the Variante Espiritual in ‘left over’ time. If you are walking in the warmer months, or indeed would like some down time to reflect on the experience, a holiday in Muxia, or if finances allow the Canary Islands is recommended.
Ultreia Suseia
Philip
Leave a Reply