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In this episode I talk about returning to Scotland via Madrid where I met a girl who insisted I try a Spanish delicacy!
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In this episode I talk about arriving in A Coruña expecting to take a few days off by the beach before flying back to Glasgow but end up walking back to Santiago and getting my second Compostela certificate for completing part of the Camino Inglés and part of the Whithorn Way in Scotland.
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In this episode I talk about the last couple of days of my epic 500-mile walk and reaching Santiago de Compostela where I took in my first impressions of the city and went to get by certificates for completing the walk before checking in to my hotel for a nice long soak in the bath! Later that day, I went to meet Fortune for the third and last time and I saw him off at the airport.
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In this episode I talk about the 'false pilgrims' and the large group of Scouts who prepared the Way for me at the start of the day. I heard some Scottish Gaelic music in a shop at one point and I listened to my music until I got to Portomarin where I eventually found somewhere to spend the night and enjoyed the afternoon's festivities.
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In this episode I talk about my long journey to Sarria where I enjoyed a big hot breakfast at the half way point. I realised my new socks and shorts had worn themselves out and did a bit of shopping and exploration in Sarria before dinner and bed.
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In this episode I talk about my encounter with a Venezuelan and my arrival in Galicia where I take advantage of the Galician hospitality and take in the Celtic imagery.
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In this episode I talk about getting lost and going another way along the Avenida Galicia via Camponaraya towards Cacabelos, and how my snoring forced the Swiss and Belgian lads to pitch up tent outside Casa Susi's!
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In this episode I talk about Jimmy's sad story as explained to me on the way to Ponferrada. I explore the castle and town at Ponferrada and meet a few more new people this day.
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In this episode I talk about my coffee mishap and a bizzare chance encounter with a couple of Romanians first thing in the morning! We walked the rest of the day to El Acebo, passing the Iron Cross and the place of the last Templar Knight, and taking in some wonderful scenic as we walked along the mountain tops. I speak about how much I enjoy the albergue with the pool and the unlimited beers offer, and watching the spectacle of the sun setting in the mountains.
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In this episode I talk about my journey to Astorga where I enjoyed an amazing hot breakfast and visited the impressive cathedral and museum. I continued my walk bumping into Ewan, the South Korean, again. We made our way to El Ganso. He was already booked in to a place, so I made my way to a place that had a shop and a vacancy for the night on a rural country path.
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In this episode I talk about getting back on my Way after three days of rest to all my feet to heal. I speak of finding my way out of León and meeting some Europeans and Elaine before making the acquaintance of a couple of Koreans who keep me company for the rest of the way to Hospital de Órbigo where they make me dinner in the albergue.
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In this episode I talk about my third compulsory rest day where I spend my time visiting the sights of León including the Gaudi building, the provincial building and taking the tourist train!
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In this episode I talk about my second compulsory rest day in León where I visited the cathedral, bought new footwear and clothes and checked in to my new accommodation in the main square. I meet the Irish couple one last time outside my hotel.
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In this episode I talk about saying goodbye to Fortune for a second time and about my experience seeking medical help for my painful feet as I was finding it almost impossible to walk. I negotiated an extra night's accommodation at the monastery and spend the day resting and healing as much as possible.
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In this episode I talk about my journey to León, driven by grit and determination to catch up with and meet a friend one last time wile it seemed possible again. I speak about spending the afternoon and evening in the city with my friend.
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In this episode I talk about an aspiration of meeting Fortune again and how after a refreshment break I took a wrong turn which resulted in a long and lonely journey in the desert where my head was filled with doubts. I was determined to get ahead but there a came a point where I had given up and put my faith in prayer...
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In this episode I talk about walking across field after field for miles. The rest in the upgraded room last night had worked wonders for my feet! I talk about my stay in Los Templarios and reflect on the fact that I was following in the footsteps of the Roman Emperor, Julius Ceasar.
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In this episode I talk about using the road route to get to my next destination and the pain of walking with horrid blisters! On the Way, I visit the churches and chapels and I prayed for the first time in years. I created a new meaning for prayer. I speak briefly of my time in Villacalza de Sirga which houses the burials of some Knight Templars. In Carrion, I upgrade to an ensuite room, speak with the Irish couple in the courtyard, and enjoy a meal and the town's local festival with Karen.
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In this episode I talk about walking alone and getting lost for a while. I talk about my stay in a quiet municipal albergue and my washing line stupidity, as well as my meal time experience with a deeply religious older pilgrim.
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In this episode I talk about the trek through the countryside singing along to Scottish music and Frank Sinatra. Today is the Chinese Valentine's Day so me and Fortune mark the occasion on our walk. A glorious moment as we reached Hontanas - the halfway mark on the Camino. After spending some time at some ruins, I decided to stop at Castrojeriz as my feet had given up on me for the day. I said my farewells to Fortune and spent time with the Irish couple from Derry at my albergue.
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