Hmmm...if you are ever on vacation in Manila visit the St. Michael center in the Philippines and show them this video...very curious to know what Fr. Jose Francisco Syquia would say regarding ringing the bell and bowing before the shrine. 🤔 Hiking the trails is one thing but this is not Lourdes if you understand what I mean?
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
I understand what you mean. As for me, I’m NOT Catholic. I love to travel and immersing myself in the local culture while traveling. Bowing in front of Shrines is how I show my respect for their religion and culture. When I am at church with my wife and kids, I too bow to show my respect.
@COGmercyАй бұрын
@@Gettinglostonthetrail okay 👌
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
@@COGmercythank you for pointing that out. I appreciated your comments.
@COGmercyАй бұрын
@@Gettinglostonthetrail I work with a priests and people like Fr. Jose I can tell you it is a lot more than bowing for respect but you are very welcome. God Bless!!
@ervinslensАй бұрын
Breathtaking scenery man, absolutely stunning solo adventure! Love it
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
It was a beautiful trail. Some challenges, but oh so worth it. Thanks for watching.
@neilwatkinson22Ай бұрын
Congrats!! I need to get that dual certificate one day! Well done! Looks like it was tough on the legs !
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
The trail unreal and definitely a must do. I was blown away with beautiful it was. I’ve seen older hikers on trail. I struggled a bit because I’m not active at home and yes it was tough on my legs LOL. Thanks for watching Neil.
@neilwatkinson22Ай бұрын
You say about older hikers - i remember walking up misen on Miyajima. I was 31 i think - but not used to hiking and not dressed for it… man, those octogenarians etc were just breezing past me … the shame still haunts me 😂 on the ingles recently, as a 41 yo, everytime i saw anyone close to that age I noticed i sped up 😂😂😂 ptsd mate 😂😂😂
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
LOL that’s why I adopted “slow and steady”. I’m always last into town, Caminos and Kumano Kodo. As long as I have a bed at the end of the day, I’ll savor every moment on trail. Like you I’ve tried just to see how long I can stay ahead, 10 mins max for me and I’m left struggling behind them. Back to slow and steady LOL.
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
@@neilwatkinson22 “octogenarians” you can’t beat them, they trained year round. I met a man in Santiago de Compostela and he did the entire camino Frances in 28 days in rain and snow. Half of his backpack was filled with medicine and medical devices. “octogenarians” they are such an inspiration for me.
@farmerhavingfunАй бұрын
I'm so jealous right now but I'm very happy for you. :)
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
Farmer, what a journey it was. Beautiful trail with so much to see. Challenging and tough on the legs, but oh so worth it. There were some difficult sections, but doable. Overall, definitely a must for all peregrino.
@KaterOnBikeАй бұрын
Congratulations 🎉 to dual pilgrimage! You did it! What a lovely badge/stamp of the Camino shell and the three legged crow 🐦⬛! The trail looks challenging, all those climbs, but super beautiful and all those lovely temples. Well done!
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
The dual pilgrim was a motivator. The trail was so beautiful. I’ve never been on such a trail and was awestruck the entire journey. I’ll definitely will have to take my wife and kids to do it, so they can earn their dual pilgrim status LOL. Overall, I’m so grateful for such an opportunity to experience it.
@thegoodwaymatadorАй бұрын
Thank you for putting in all the hard work in sharing your journey. I did the Camino Frances in 22 and I am seeing if I can fit the Camino Primitivo this October. You are such a positive and genuine person. All the best to you! -Matador
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
With your experience with the AT and Camino Frances, you can easily complete the Primitivo shorter than expected. For a person who is not physically active I found the Primitivo to be challenging, but overall it was an amazing experience. The beauty of the trail is unreal, beautiful. I hope you’ll get to do it this October. Buen Camino to you fellow peregrino. Thanks for watching.
@thegoodwaymatadorАй бұрын
@@Gettinglostonthetrail thank you brother!!
@antonietamartinez6682Ай бұрын
Gaudi's buildings are magical.
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
It’s beautiful on the outside. So many details and things to look at. Sold out for the day so I couldn’t get a ticket to go inside. More reason to visit next time.
@Waka91IMАй бұрын
Good vid brother, next time gotta check out that parsons landing loop trail if you can. Best trail in my opinion besides mt silver. The flat 8 miles on west road was so beautiful
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
Great advise. I wanted to do the Parsons landing loop, but no tent space available. Had to start from Two Harbors due to availability. The trail was so exposed. Got to see a bison up close, it was in my path. Overall, good first solo camping and hiking experience. Thanks for watching.
@czbalmacedaАй бұрын
May I ask what month you did this Camino?
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
Camino Primitivo: March 23rd - April 4th, 2023. Thanks for watching Carlo.
@deborahalvarado-duran7573Ай бұрын
Do you remember where you stayed at? I want a private room after a long day too. I will be going in a couple of weeks.
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
Casa de Aldea Araceli (in Berducedo). 50 euro a night. Restaurant and bar down on first floor. For a long day hike I think it's worth it to splurge yourself. I'm excited to hear about your upcoming adventure. Hope the weather is in your favor. Buen Camino.
@agenordaufenbachjuniorАй бұрын
Another journey completed. Beautiful images. Congratulations
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
My friend it’s good to hear from you. Hope all is well. I was lucky with a beautiful Camino. The weather was just perfect considering how early it was in the season. Thanks for watching Agenor.
@mariannejacot1668Ай бұрын
thank you so much. your photo video is among the best i have ever seen, you have the eye ot a landscape painter, areal artist. which camino does your family want to walk next. best regards from germany
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
Thanks Marianne for such kind words. We’re looking at Camino Porto. Heard it’s somewhat flat and along the coast. Now my boys are a little older they will have to walk the entire journey. What I look forward to is to spend 2 weeks as a family being together.
@bababalletcamino7867Ай бұрын
I initially found you when you first walked with your family. It’s interesting how some of us, myself included, become camino lovers. There’s something magical and fulfilling about putting one step in front of the other hour after hour. Your videos are wonderful. Thanks for sharing. Buen camino.
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
Thank you for such kind words. The Camino is a love hate thing. I absolutely love it. The suffering, pain, beauty, achievement, people, food, and so much more than just a walk. The family is planning another Camino in 2026. I really wanted to be that 76 years old man we met on Camino Frances working on his 13 Caminos, he’s my inspiration. Thanks for watching and “buen Camino”.
@KaterOnBikeАй бұрын
Wow, you went to Carnota beach where the longest horreo is found. And the also Muxia and Finisterre. I love those places. The stream at Ponte Maceira flows as powerful as ever! Nice to see those places again. Once more, thanks for sharing 😊
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
There are so many beautiful places to visit in Galicia. I love it too.
@antonietamartinez6682Ай бұрын
well done ✋
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
Thanks for watching Antonieta!
@KaterOnBike2 ай бұрын
So, you didn’t just make it 👍🏻, but you got there in time to witness the beautiful Santa Semana procession. What a wonderful walk you Camino Ingles was. Thanks for letting us participate 😊
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
It was indeed a beautiful Camino. The weather was perfect considering how early I started in the season for a Camino. Overall, “the way” was more than what I expected. The family I walked with from Cape Town Africa told me about the unesco pilgrimage sister trail in Japan, the Kumano Kodo. Something I definitely want to hike and look into. My next adventure, the Kumano Kodo in Japan. Thanks for watching. Buen Camino.
@KaterOnBikeАй бұрын
@@Gettinglostonthetrail Kumano Kodo, that’s quite a shortish pilgrimage route near Kyoto, am I right? They also have a much longer one Shikoku. I once read about that one … is quite tough, I think. Kumano Kodo is shorter, but also contains mountains. I once did a very super dhort short pilgrim’s trail near Kyoto, but cannot remember where exactly. It involved a waterfall under which the pilgrim should wash off all the sins or whatever. It was far too cold 🥶. It was early March. Anyway, I then rented a bike and toured lots of beautiful temples outside Kyoto, where Roman letter style street signs had finished. It was as jute an amazing little tour through all those bamboo forests. Also I went hiking on an island opposite Hiroshima. I was the only hiker, and there were supposed to be some monkeys in the hills 🐒. Fortunately I did not meet any there, but I had a monkey problem near Kyoto in Arashiyama park. It was scary. A bunsh of monkeys tried to attack me and I was saved only by a large family also out for a walk here so we outnumbered the monkeys and they then withdrew. So, beware of the monkeys … wherever. I have had it with them. I don’t want to put you off, just beware of the monkeys. Otherwise I found Japan a true pearl. If you do go to Kumano Kodo, please post your beautiful videos!
@GettinglostonthetrailАй бұрын
The Kumano Kodo is a series of ancient pilgrimage routes that crisscross the Kii Peninsula, the largest peninsula of Japan. A “Dual Pilgrim” is someone who has walked both the Kumano Kodo and the Way of St.James (Camino de Santiago). To receive the Dual Pilgrim status, pilgrims must complete one of the options for the Way of St. James, and one of the options for the Kumano Kodo, then register at a designated site. I’m interested in being a dual pilgrim. The Kumano Kodo looks amazing from my research online.
@KaterOnBikeАй бұрын
@@Gettinglostonthetrail Thanks for the information. I did not know that. It does sound interesting. Good luck either way your further research. 🧐
@PaladinBlades2 ай бұрын
I liked my rain kilt (not calling it a skirt), until I accidentally threw it away at my albergue in Pamplona. That reminds me, I should order another one for my next Camino.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
I liked my “kilt” as well. I haven’t gotten a chance to use it in the rain, but I’ve been using it as a mat to take naps on the Camino. Sorry you lost yours, glad they are inexpensive and replaceable. Thanks for watching.
@almaalambra72722 ай бұрын
Passed by many laurrel trees on both sides of the trail on this stage.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
It’s pretty isn’t it?! Feel like you’re walking through an enchanted forest. I love it! It was a nice hike today. Also, I enjoyed it because it was done at a slow and steady pace. The birds were loud too.
@COGmercy2 ай бұрын
Tres beau!!! Thank you for taking us along.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
@COGmercy thanks for watching.
@mariannejacot16682 ай бұрын
so, the family man walks alone. enjoy and get back refreshed and full of energy to be with your children again. buen camino. the video is magnificent, the tress, plants, landscape extraordinary well photographed. you are like an artist.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Thank you. You are very kind with your words. Rather than talking about the Camino, let me just show you the beauty of the Camino.
@walkyourowncamino2 ай бұрын
Glad to see you again. Missing my Caminos. And thanks for sharing!!
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
We all missed the Camino when returning back to home and can’t wait to get back on trail again. Thanks for watching.
@joyishl81282 ай бұрын
Skip the flashlight. Use your phone flashlight instead.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
You’re absolutely right. Why bring extra weight. Phone or headlamp will do the same. The trick to packing for the Camino is the less the better. You’ll enjoy “the way”more than hauling weight on your back.
@KaterOnBike2 ай бұрын
Meant to tell you: these shoes you wore on the Ingles, well, we checked them out and found them super comfy. My husband got himself a black pair and I went for mint green. Only, I haven‘t done an awful lot of walking in them yet as I’‘m currently exploring a bit of the Iron Curtain Trail by bike near where I life. Never did that before. Interesting. Later in the year I‘ll post a video about it. Anyway, just wanted to thank you for the tip of those wonderful shoes. 😊
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
I’m so happy that you gave it a try and agreed they are comfortable shoes. When our feet don’t hurt much we tend to walk farther, which is an absolutely plus when hiking.
@KaterOnBike2 ай бұрын
Yes, this looks one of the tougher days … all those uphills. Galicia can be mean , but then it‘s so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Tough day indeed, but so worth it. Thanks for watching.
@mariannejacot16682 ай бұрын
thank you sooo much for letting us take part in your journey again with longer videos, i am sure, in the meantime after having walked so much, you are much faster and stronger than on the primitivo which you so bravely mastered. buen camino amigo
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Still slow and steady. The best way to experience the Camino is to just take my time. Whenever I’m at home reminiscing the days on the Camino how I wish I would take my time. I’m always the last one to arrive in town, but I was able to take in a lot from what Camino has to offer. Thanks for watching.
@almaalambra72722 ай бұрын
Good for you. My camino buddies n me walked the Ingles during Holy week this yr , challenging for us to walk in cold, wind n rain in 6 days.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Right before I left Santiago I was looking at the weather and was thinking about you guys. You had it rough due to the cold and rain, but I hope it’s still a beautiful Camino.
@mariusbadita2 ай бұрын
For may what on primitivo, what do you think about converse tall sneakers?
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Hiking shoes preferably because it has more traction. Lots of up and down on the Primitivo. Always size your shoe half or full size bigger. If you’re not sure about your shoes, then try them on and hike 15-20 km and you’ll see if it can handle it. My wife did the the entire Camino Frances in sandal. You do what is best and work for you. Good luck finding the right pair for your hike.
@Umbertobini2 ай бұрын
What Brand/ Model is your red rain jacket? Thank you. Great vid. Buen Camino!
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Marmot Alpinist GORE-TEX Jacket Men's. I like the rain jacket because it’s lightweight and it has zipper under the arm for ventilation and to prevent from overheating while hiking. Expensive at full price, they do go on sale often, and remember never buy at full price. It is always a good idea to invest in an expensive outer shell for future adventure. Thanks for watching Umberto.
@KaterOnBike2 ай бұрын
Looks like a nice trail to walk! Thanks for letting us participate in your adventure. Shoes and water filter bottle seem to have done their job, right?
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
It was a nice trail. I would totally recommend peregrino short on time to do the Camino Ingles starting in Ferrol vs from Sarria to Santiago. Seems less crowded and Camino Ingles is its own Camino, special. Yes, definitely shoes with cushions helped so much. And of course not necessary, but peace of mind with the water filter. The water bottle did keep water nice and cold. Wonderful first day.
@banitesscruz97712 ай бұрын
Wow! You start really early, 37.5km on the first day, seems like a walk in the park compared to the first day of Camino Frances. When exactly did you do this? Nice editing too. Buen Camino and God bless!
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Started the Camino on March 19 2024. First day there’s always excitement and hard to sleep. Best to get up and start the day early. Some hills, but nothing like crossing the Pyrenees to Roncesvalles. It was fun putting videos together. Nothing professional, just an iPhone and piece it together with iMovie. You’re still going strong on your Camino. Thanks for watching.
@joeforeman87542 ай бұрын
wow what great energy you have Buen Camino amigo.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
I’m super excited for your upcoming Camino. By now you should already dialed in on your gears. I bet you’re counting the days till take off. The first few days will be difficult as our body adjust to the walking. On my Camino Frances I met a 76 y o man working on his 13 Caminos. On Camino ingles I met a 70 y o man finished Camino Frances in 28 days. Slow and steady, as long as you get to Santiago, it’s the journey you’ll remember most. Buen Camino Sir.
@COGmercy2 ай бұрын
YEAH!!!! We are off!!!
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the excitement. Day 1 is always exciting, but challenging as our body adjust to the walking. Overall, it was a beautiful day. Thanks for watching.
@jeremynachbar32052 ай бұрын
What time of year was this that it was 100-105°F? I walked the French route in ‘16. Going to walk the French again with my daughter in July/August… I’m sure it will be a scorcher!
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
We started mid June 2022. We got unlucky and experienced Europe very unusual heatwave. It was so hot that some town advise peregrino not to hike and stay for an extra day. We usually left with headlamp to beat the heat. Took us 35 days to get to Santiago due to rest day. It was truly a wonderful experience especially with family. Hope you and your daughter will get great weather and enjoy the best of the Camino. Thanks for watching Jeremy. Buen Camino.
@jeremynachbar32052 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Hotelroomwalkthroughs2 ай бұрын
Great video. Can you tell me how many kilos your packs was?
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. The full loaded bag with everything comes in at around 8 kilograms. What’s heavy is the water. Water alone is already 2 kilograms, so best advice is to “camel up”, drink as much as you can at the water fountain especially on hot days. Cutting weight is hard because we want to bring everything with us for comfort, but you’ll be more comfortable and enjoyable if you carry less weight. You’ll be surprised that you don’t need a lot of things on the Camino.
@Hotelroomwalkthroughs2 ай бұрын
Thankyou!! Great information
@KaterOnBike2 ай бұрын
Good to watch your post Camino gear list. Although I had been secretly hoping to see a rain dance, in the end, of course, I’m glad to hear that your rain skirt found a better use than protecting you from rain ☔️ 😊. You truly went light weight this time. Super! 👍🏻
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
LOL rain skirt dance. Somewhat light weight this Camino. Didn’t bring poncho or rain cover. No extra battery or power bank. It was a good size and weight backpack. Always, thanks for watching.
@mariannejacot16682 ай бұрын
thank you. but i am still very sad for the short videos, i loved your epic stories on the primitivo. i do hope your family is well, wife and children.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Next Saturday, long video of day 1 with talking LOL. Thanks Marianne!
@joeforeman87542 ай бұрын
In 15 days the French from saint Jean
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Wow Sir, that’s amazing! My all time best advice to myself and others peregrino is to slow down and truly enjoy the journey. When I am home and the Camino blues kicks in, oh how I wish to be back on the Camino. May is a great time to go. Buen Camino Joe!
@joeforeman87542 ай бұрын
Nice Video.
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Thanks Joe. I like your red Gregory backpack with the patch “pilgrim in training”. Which route are you going for Sir? Each route different and have something special to offer.
@hikethecamino2 ай бұрын
I have just packed my bag, getting ready for next week!!!
@Gettinglostonthetrail2 ай бұрын
Super excited for you my friend. Wish you nothing, but safe journey and a very exciting “Buen Camino. “. Your thumbnails are getting better and better. 👍
@pismorichy3 ай бұрын
Just completed France' absolutely impossible to get lost except at Jean/ Port ! Horrible signs very unfriendly Frogs, nobody says and Buen Camino. Imagine that was not surprised .Buen Camino
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
“Buen Camino” doesn’t really happened until you get past Pamplona and it ends at Sarria. It’s part of the journey. When you do get a genuine/spontaneous “buen Camino” it’s much sweeter and meaningful. Hope you had a successful Camino. Big congrats on your completion Richard. Buen Camino to you my fellow peregrino.
@Ozzynium3 ай бұрын
Nice one, mate! Next up, Kumano Kodo! 😁
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
Yes Sir, you just mentioned it and makes my heart skip a beat. I’m a sucker for green forest, trees, birds singing, I can get lost and still be happy. 😆 I’m so excited. Using the same bag for the Ingles, took out the sandals and added in tents and sleeping pad. Your videos are very good, but have to be there to fully enjoy the beauty of nature with little details that camera won’t able to pick up. Following your footsteps,wishful thinking but after Kumano it will be the trek in Iceland you did, that hike of yours was epic.
@lorenzsoderlund43493 ай бұрын
Congratulations on arriving to Santiago. One day ahead of schedule. Are you planing to walk to fisterra or Muxia?
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
One day ahead of schedule because we wanted to push to Finisterre, but decided not to last minute. Instead we took the tour bus and visited all of Fisterra, Muxia, waterfall etc. Had the best seafood lunch in Finisterre town. Will post that video soon. Overall, beautiful Camino. Thanks for watching Lorenz.
@KaterOnBike3 ай бұрын
There you are! You’ve made it! Really looking forward to see your full story. Well done. 👍🏻
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
It was a beautiful Camino. Yes, made it!!! The Camino doesn’t disappoint. Thanks for watching.
@farmerhavingfun3 ай бұрын
Whoo hoo.... Congratulations. So happy for you. :)
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
Thanks Farmer! It was a successful Camino. Got really lucky with beautiful weather. People along the way were very friendly and happy. Overall, it was a Buen Camino.
@hikethecamino3 ай бұрын
Nice Tom, I am starting the Primitivo on 26 April and then heading down to Porto to do the Portugues internal this time around. Send me some Primitivo tips !!!!
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
Wow Anton, one after another. I’m envious, excited, and happy for you. Based on your performance on Camino del Norte, Sir you are a veteran hiker, a pro now. Yes, Primitivo is a little challenging from Oviedo to Lugo. Lots of up and down, but doable. Mind you I did it with two bad knees and a swollen ankle. Advice, slow and steady my friend. There’s no need to rush it. You don’t like hiking with the headlamp, there are lots to see. Enjoy the journey. Always have snack on you, some section/town are farther apart. 1.5 liter of water was good enough for me since I did it end of March. Definitely do the Hospitales route if weather permit. For Hospitales route, make sure to carry extra food and water. If you’re not in a rush, stay an extra day in Lugo, big city to explore. You can make up distance after Lugo because it’s relatively flat and lots of road walking after Lugo to Santiago. Best pulpo (octopus) in Melide (Primitivo and Frances meet). Can’t get lost on the Primitivo, arrows are well marked. I’m excited to follow another of your grand adventure. Buen Camino my friend.
@hikethecamino3 ай бұрын
@@Gettinglostonthetrail Thanks for the great tips Tom. Much appreciated
@mariannejacot16683 ай бұрын
hi, love your videos but miss the man who spoke to us on the primitivo, they are so short.
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
Thanks Marianne. These four short videos will be just a teaser. Will have the complete video uploading soon. Thanks for watching.
@lorenzsoderlund43493 ай бұрын
The jamon y queso bocadillo locked delicious.
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
It was so delicious 😋, especially midday, tiny town, and there were no other restaurant/bar, but just this one. Owner was very nice, when asked, she served me coke with ice, wow ice 🧊. It was a slow and steady day today. Beautiful weather, a little warm for this time of the year, but got to appreciate the warm Mr. Sun 🌞.
@KaterOnBike3 ай бұрын
Great to see you are happily hiking … and you met some 🦕 🦖. Yes, Farmer said it: the lovely coffee con leche ☕️! Enjoy them while you can.
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
Everyday is a grande cafe con leche with little sweet to go with it. Today was a slow and steady day. Managed to squeezed in a nap midday LOL. That’s the beauty of solo hiking, you’re on your time.
@farmerhavingfun3 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your 1-minute video clip. Can you hear sarcasm? lol Just joking around.. Oh, I miss Cafe Con leche.
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
Jokester Farmer 😂. Always ordered a grande, a small is like a sip and all gone. Now cafe con leche small is a teaser, not my 1 minute video LOL.
@togood4u13 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tip about the rain skirt!
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
No heavy rain to test it out on the Camino, so I used it as a mat to lay down to take a nap on the Camino LOL. I did a post Camino gear video (will post it soon), I will list what was used and didn’t used on the Camino ingles. Thanks for watching Toura.
@jameswatkins13673 ай бұрын
Finished my camino ingles a few days ago!!! Happened at the perfect time of my life and the overall experience was transformational. Thank you!! you helped me a lot gearing up and mentally prepping
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
Congrats James!!! Hope you had a successful Camino. Some sections are difficult, but when overcame it, it’s an amazing feeling. I got lucky with the weather and only light rain one day. Overall, it was a beautiful Camino. Another Camino in store for you in the future? I fell in love with the Camino and can’t seem to shake it off. Again, big congrats James. Buen Camino.
@jameswatkins13673 ай бұрын
@@Gettinglostonthetrail Thank you! Congrats to you too. Definetly! My studies end in spain in June but I am pretty intent on working out here in the future. Even so if I return for vacation I will get another Camino under me. Camino Ingles was a good starting point, it was my first time doing anything really like this so it helped me understand what to expect/ how to prep. The weather was rough but it made the sun we did get all the more glorious! I think everything is a little more romantic when walking the Camino anyway. Buen Camino!!
@Gettinglostonthetrail3 ай бұрын
@@jameswatkins1367would totally recommend Camino Primitivo for you. A challenging trail indeed, but also the most beautiful in my opinion. If limited in number of days on the Primitivo then just do the start (Oviedo) to Lugo. This section is challenging, but so much to see. The last 100km from Lugo to Santiago is relatively flat and lots of road walking. Each Camino has something different to offer. Whichever one you decide will be a unique experience. All the best James.
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Hmmm...if you are ever on vacation in Manila visit the St. Michael center in the Philippines and show them this video...very curious to know what Fr. Jose Francisco Syquia would say regarding ringing the bell and bowing before the shrine. 🤔 Hiking the trails is one thing but this is not Lourdes if you understand what I mean?
I understand what you mean. As for me, I’m NOT Catholic. I love to travel and immersing myself in the local culture while traveling. Bowing in front of Shrines is how I show my respect for their religion and culture. When I am at church with my wife and kids, I too bow to show my respect.
@@Gettinglostonthetrail okay 👌
@@COGmercythank you for pointing that out. I appreciated your comments.
@@Gettinglostonthetrail I work with a priests and people like Fr. Jose I can tell you it is a lot more than bowing for respect but you are very welcome. God Bless!!
Breathtaking scenery man, absolutely stunning solo adventure! Love it
It was a beautiful trail. Some challenges, but oh so worth it. Thanks for watching.
Congrats!! I need to get that dual certificate one day! Well done! Looks like it was tough on the legs !
The trail unreal and definitely a must do. I was blown away with beautiful it was. I’ve seen older hikers on trail. I struggled a bit because I’m not active at home and yes it was tough on my legs LOL. Thanks for watching Neil.
You say about older hikers - i remember walking up misen on Miyajima. I was 31 i think - but not used to hiking and not dressed for it… man, those octogenarians etc were just breezing past me … the shame still haunts me 😂 on the ingles recently, as a 41 yo, everytime i saw anyone close to that age I noticed i sped up 😂😂😂 ptsd mate 😂😂😂
LOL that’s why I adopted “slow and steady”. I’m always last into town, Caminos and Kumano Kodo. As long as I have a bed at the end of the day, I’ll savor every moment on trail. Like you I’ve tried just to see how long I can stay ahead, 10 mins max for me and I’m left struggling behind them. Back to slow and steady LOL.
@@neilwatkinson22 “octogenarians” you can’t beat them, they trained year round. I met a man in Santiago de Compostela and he did the entire camino Frances in 28 days in rain and snow. Half of his backpack was filled with medicine and medical devices. “octogenarians” they are such an inspiration for me.
I'm so jealous right now but I'm very happy for you. :)
Farmer, what a journey it was. Beautiful trail with so much to see. Challenging and tough on the legs, but oh so worth it. There were some difficult sections, but doable. Overall, definitely a must for all peregrino.
Congratulations 🎉 to dual pilgrimage! You did it! What a lovely badge/stamp of the Camino shell and the three legged crow 🐦⬛! The trail looks challenging, all those climbs, but super beautiful and all those lovely temples. Well done!
The dual pilgrim was a motivator. The trail was so beautiful. I’ve never been on such a trail and was awestruck the entire journey. I’ll definitely will have to take my wife and kids to do it, so they can earn their dual pilgrim status LOL. Overall, I’m so grateful for such an opportunity to experience it.
Thank you for putting in all the hard work in sharing your journey. I did the Camino Frances in 22 and I am seeing if I can fit the Camino Primitivo this October. You are such a positive and genuine person. All the best to you! -Matador
With your experience with the AT and Camino Frances, you can easily complete the Primitivo shorter than expected. For a person who is not physically active I found the Primitivo to be challenging, but overall it was an amazing experience. The beauty of the trail is unreal, beautiful. I hope you’ll get to do it this October. Buen Camino to you fellow peregrino. Thanks for watching.
@@Gettinglostonthetrail thank you brother!!
Gaudi's buildings are magical.
It’s beautiful on the outside. So many details and things to look at. Sold out for the day so I couldn’t get a ticket to go inside. More reason to visit next time.
Good vid brother, next time gotta check out that parsons landing loop trail if you can. Best trail in my opinion besides mt silver. The flat 8 miles on west road was so beautiful
Great advise. I wanted to do the Parsons landing loop, but no tent space available. Had to start from Two Harbors due to availability. The trail was so exposed. Got to see a bison up close, it was in my path. Overall, good first solo camping and hiking experience. Thanks for watching.
May I ask what month you did this Camino?
Camino Primitivo: March 23rd - April 4th, 2023. Thanks for watching Carlo.
Do you remember where you stayed at? I want a private room after a long day too. I will be going in a couple of weeks.
Casa de Aldea Araceli (in Berducedo). 50 euro a night. Restaurant and bar down on first floor. For a long day hike I think it's worth it to splurge yourself. I'm excited to hear about your upcoming adventure. Hope the weather is in your favor. Buen Camino.
Another journey completed. Beautiful images. Congratulations
My friend it’s good to hear from you. Hope all is well. I was lucky with a beautiful Camino. The weather was just perfect considering how early it was in the season. Thanks for watching Agenor.
thank you so much. your photo video is among the best i have ever seen, you have the eye ot a landscape painter, areal artist. which camino does your family want to walk next. best regards from germany
Thanks Marianne for such kind words. We’re looking at Camino Porto. Heard it’s somewhat flat and along the coast. Now my boys are a little older they will have to walk the entire journey. What I look forward to is to spend 2 weeks as a family being together.
I initially found you when you first walked with your family. It’s interesting how some of us, myself included, become camino lovers. There’s something magical and fulfilling about putting one step in front of the other hour after hour. Your videos are wonderful. Thanks for sharing. Buen camino.
Thank you for such kind words. The Camino is a love hate thing. I absolutely love it. The suffering, pain, beauty, achievement, people, food, and so much more than just a walk. The family is planning another Camino in 2026. I really wanted to be that 76 years old man we met on Camino Frances working on his 13 Caminos, he’s my inspiration. Thanks for watching and “buen Camino”.
Wow, you went to Carnota beach where the longest horreo is found. And the also Muxia and Finisterre. I love those places. The stream at Ponte Maceira flows as powerful as ever! Nice to see those places again. Once more, thanks for sharing 😊
There are so many beautiful places to visit in Galicia. I love it too.
well done ✋
Thanks for watching Antonieta!
So, you didn’t just make it 👍🏻, but you got there in time to witness the beautiful Santa Semana procession. What a wonderful walk you Camino Ingles was. Thanks for letting us participate 😊
It was indeed a beautiful Camino. The weather was perfect considering how early I started in the season for a Camino. Overall, “the way” was more than what I expected. The family I walked with from Cape Town Africa told me about the unesco pilgrimage sister trail in Japan, the Kumano Kodo. Something I definitely want to hike and look into. My next adventure, the Kumano Kodo in Japan. Thanks for watching. Buen Camino.
@@Gettinglostonthetrail Kumano Kodo, that’s quite a shortish pilgrimage route near Kyoto, am I right? They also have a much longer one Shikoku. I once read about that one … is quite tough, I think. Kumano Kodo is shorter, but also contains mountains. I once did a very super dhort short pilgrim’s trail near Kyoto, but cannot remember where exactly. It involved a waterfall under which the pilgrim should wash off all the sins or whatever. It was far too cold 🥶. It was early March. Anyway, I then rented a bike and toured lots of beautiful temples outside Kyoto, where Roman letter style street signs had finished. It was as jute an amazing little tour through all those bamboo forests. Also I went hiking on an island opposite Hiroshima. I was the only hiker, and there were supposed to be some monkeys in the hills 🐒. Fortunately I did not meet any there, but I had a monkey problem near Kyoto in Arashiyama park. It was scary. A bunsh of monkeys tried to attack me and I was saved only by a large family also out for a walk here so we outnumbered the monkeys and they then withdrew. So, beware of the monkeys … wherever. I have had it with them. I don’t want to put you off, just beware of the monkeys. Otherwise I found Japan a true pearl. If you do go to Kumano Kodo, please post your beautiful videos!
The Kumano Kodo is a series of ancient pilgrimage routes that crisscross the Kii Peninsula, the largest peninsula of Japan. A “Dual Pilgrim” is someone who has walked both the Kumano Kodo and the Way of St.James (Camino de Santiago). To receive the Dual Pilgrim status, pilgrims must complete one of the options for the Way of St. James, and one of the options for the Kumano Kodo, then register at a designated site. I’m interested in being a dual pilgrim. The Kumano Kodo looks amazing from my research online.
@@Gettinglostonthetrail Thanks for the information. I did not know that. It does sound interesting. Good luck either way your further research. 🧐
I liked my rain kilt (not calling it a skirt), until I accidentally threw it away at my albergue in Pamplona. That reminds me, I should order another one for my next Camino.
I liked my “kilt” as well. I haven’t gotten a chance to use it in the rain, but I’ve been using it as a mat to take naps on the Camino. Sorry you lost yours, glad they are inexpensive and replaceable. Thanks for watching.
Passed by many laurrel trees on both sides of the trail on this stage.
It’s pretty isn’t it?! Feel like you’re walking through an enchanted forest. I love it! It was a nice hike today. Also, I enjoyed it because it was done at a slow and steady pace. The birds were loud too.
Tres beau!!! Thank you for taking us along.
@COGmercy thanks for watching.
so, the family man walks alone. enjoy and get back refreshed and full of energy to be with your children again. buen camino. the video is magnificent, the tress, plants, landscape extraordinary well photographed. you are like an artist.
Thank you. You are very kind with your words. Rather than talking about the Camino, let me just show you the beauty of the Camino.
Glad to see you again. Missing my Caminos. And thanks for sharing!!
We all missed the Camino when returning back to home and can’t wait to get back on trail again. Thanks for watching.
Skip the flashlight. Use your phone flashlight instead.
You’re absolutely right. Why bring extra weight. Phone or headlamp will do the same. The trick to packing for the Camino is the less the better. You’ll enjoy “the way”more than hauling weight on your back.
Meant to tell you: these shoes you wore on the Ingles, well, we checked them out and found them super comfy. My husband got himself a black pair and I went for mint green. Only, I haven‘t done an awful lot of walking in them yet as I’‘m currently exploring a bit of the Iron Curtain Trail by bike near where I life. Never did that before. Interesting. Later in the year I‘ll post a video about it. Anyway, just wanted to thank you for the tip of those wonderful shoes. 😊
I’m so happy that you gave it a try and agreed they are comfortable shoes. When our feet don’t hurt much we tend to walk farther, which is an absolutely plus when hiking.
Yes, this looks one of the tougher days … all those uphills. Galicia can be mean , but then it‘s so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
Tough day indeed, but so worth it. Thanks for watching.
thank you sooo much for letting us take part in your journey again with longer videos, i am sure, in the meantime after having walked so much, you are much faster and stronger than on the primitivo which you so bravely mastered. buen camino amigo
Still slow and steady. The best way to experience the Camino is to just take my time. Whenever I’m at home reminiscing the days on the Camino how I wish I would take my time. I’m always the last one to arrive in town, but I was able to take in a lot from what Camino has to offer. Thanks for watching.
Good for you. My camino buddies n me walked the Ingles during Holy week this yr , challenging for us to walk in cold, wind n rain in 6 days.
Right before I left Santiago I was looking at the weather and was thinking about you guys. You had it rough due to the cold and rain, but I hope it’s still a beautiful Camino.
For may what on primitivo, what do you think about converse tall sneakers?
Hiking shoes preferably because it has more traction. Lots of up and down on the Primitivo. Always size your shoe half or full size bigger. If you’re not sure about your shoes, then try them on and hike 15-20 km and you’ll see if it can handle it. My wife did the the entire Camino Frances in sandal. You do what is best and work for you. Good luck finding the right pair for your hike.
What Brand/ Model is your red rain jacket? Thank you. Great vid. Buen Camino!
Marmot Alpinist GORE-TEX Jacket Men's. I like the rain jacket because it’s lightweight and it has zipper under the arm for ventilation and to prevent from overheating while hiking. Expensive at full price, they do go on sale often, and remember never buy at full price. It is always a good idea to invest in an expensive outer shell for future adventure. Thanks for watching Umberto.
Looks like a nice trail to walk! Thanks for letting us participate in your adventure. Shoes and water filter bottle seem to have done their job, right?
It was a nice trail. I would totally recommend peregrino short on time to do the Camino Ingles starting in Ferrol vs from Sarria to Santiago. Seems less crowded and Camino Ingles is its own Camino, special. Yes, definitely shoes with cushions helped so much. And of course not necessary, but peace of mind with the water filter. The water bottle did keep water nice and cold. Wonderful first day.
Wow! You start really early, 37.5km on the first day, seems like a walk in the park compared to the first day of Camino Frances. When exactly did you do this? Nice editing too. Buen Camino and God bless!
Started the Camino on March 19 2024. First day there’s always excitement and hard to sleep. Best to get up and start the day early. Some hills, but nothing like crossing the Pyrenees to Roncesvalles. It was fun putting videos together. Nothing professional, just an iPhone and piece it together with iMovie. You’re still going strong on your Camino. Thanks for watching.
wow what great energy you have Buen Camino amigo.
I’m super excited for your upcoming Camino. By now you should already dialed in on your gears. I bet you’re counting the days till take off. The first few days will be difficult as our body adjust to the walking. On my Camino Frances I met a 76 y o man working on his 13 Caminos. On Camino ingles I met a 70 y o man finished Camino Frances in 28 days. Slow and steady, as long as you get to Santiago, it’s the journey you’ll remember most. Buen Camino Sir.
YEAH!!!! We are off!!!
Thanks for the excitement. Day 1 is always exciting, but challenging as our body adjust to the walking. Overall, it was a beautiful day. Thanks for watching.
What time of year was this that it was 100-105°F? I walked the French route in ‘16. Going to walk the French again with my daughter in July/August… I’m sure it will be a scorcher!
We started mid June 2022. We got unlucky and experienced Europe very unusual heatwave. It was so hot that some town advise peregrino not to hike and stay for an extra day. We usually left with headlamp to beat the heat. Took us 35 days to get to Santiago due to rest day. It was truly a wonderful experience especially with family. Hope you and your daughter will get great weather and enjoy the best of the Camino. Thanks for watching Jeremy. Buen Camino.
Thank you!
Great video. Can you tell me how many kilos your packs was?
Thanks for watching. The full loaded bag with everything comes in at around 8 kilograms. What’s heavy is the water. Water alone is already 2 kilograms, so best advice is to “camel up”, drink as much as you can at the water fountain especially on hot days. Cutting weight is hard because we want to bring everything with us for comfort, but you’ll be more comfortable and enjoyable if you carry less weight. You’ll be surprised that you don’t need a lot of things on the Camino.
Thankyou!! Great information
Good to watch your post Camino gear list. Although I had been secretly hoping to see a rain dance, in the end, of course, I’m glad to hear that your rain skirt found a better use than protecting you from rain ☔️ 😊. You truly went light weight this time. Super! 👍🏻
LOL rain skirt dance. Somewhat light weight this Camino. Didn’t bring poncho or rain cover. No extra battery or power bank. It was a good size and weight backpack. Always, thanks for watching.
thank you. but i am still very sad for the short videos, i loved your epic stories on the primitivo. i do hope your family is well, wife and children.
Next Saturday, long video of day 1 with talking LOL. Thanks Marianne!
In 15 days the French from saint Jean
Wow Sir, that’s amazing! My all time best advice to myself and others peregrino is to slow down and truly enjoy the journey. When I am home and the Camino blues kicks in, oh how I wish to be back on the Camino. May is a great time to go. Buen Camino Joe!
Nice Video.
Thanks Joe. I like your red Gregory backpack with the patch “pilgrim in training”. Which route are you going for Sir? Each route different and have something special to offer.
I have just packed my bag, getting ready for next week!!!
Super excited for you my friend. Wish you nothing, but safe journey and a very exciting “Buen Camino. “. Your thumbnails are getting better and better. 👍
Just completed France' absolutely impossible to get lost except at Jean/ Port ! Horrible signs very unfriendly Frogs, nobody says and Buen Camino. Imagine that was not surprised .Buen Camino
“Buen Camino” doesn’t really happened until you get past Pamplona and it ends at Sarria. It’s part of the journey. When you do get a genuine/spontaneous “buen Camino” it’s much sweeter and meaningful. Hope you had a successful Camino. Big congrats on your completion Richard. Buen Camino to you my fellow peregrino.
Nice one, mate! Next up, Kumano Kodo! 😁
Yes Sir, you just mentioned it and makes my heart skip a beat. I’m a sucker for green forest, trees, birds singing, I can get lost and still be happy. 😆 I’m so excited. Using the same bag for the Ingles, took out the sandals and added in tents and sleeping pad. Your videos are very good, but have to be there to fully enjoy the beauty of nature with little details that camera won’t able to pick up. Following your footsteps,wishful thinking but after Kumano it will be the trek in Iceland you did, that hike of yours was epic.
Congratulations on arriving to Santiago. One day ahead of schedule. Are you planing to walk to fisterra or Muxia?
One day ahead of schedule because we wanted to push to Finisterre, but decided not to last minute. Instead we took the tour bus and visited all of Fisterra, Muxia, waterfall etc. Had the best seafood lunch in Finisterre town. Will post that video soon. Overall, beautiful Camino. Thanks for watching Lorenz.
There you are! You’ve made it! Really looking forward to see your full story. Well done. 👍🏻
It was a beautiful Camino. Yes, made it!!! The Camino doesn’t disappoint. Thanks for watching.
Whoo hoo.... Congratulations. So happy for you. :)
Thanks Farmer! It was a successful Camino. Got really lucky with beautiful weather. People along the way were very friendly and happy. Overall, it was a Buen Camino.
Nice Tom, I am starting the Primitivo on 26 April and then heading down to Porto to do the Portugues internal this time around. Send me some Primitivo tips !!!!
Wow Anton, one after another. I’m envious, excited, and happy for you. Based on your performance on Camino del Norte, Sir you are a veteran hiker, a pro now. Yes, Primitivo is a little challenging from Oviedo to Lugo. Lots of up and down, but doable. Mind you I did it with two bad knees and a swollen ankle. Advice, slow and steady my friend. There’s no need to rush it. You don’t like hiking with the headlamp, there are lots to see. Enjoy the journey. Always have snack on you, some section/town are farther apart. 1.5 liter of water was good enough for me since I did it end of March. Definitely do the Hospitales route if weather permit. For Hospitales route, make sure to carry extra food and water. If you’re not in a rush, stay an extra day in Lugo, big city to explore. You can make up distance after Lugo because it’s relatively flat and lots of road walking after Lugo to Santiago. Best pulpo (octopus) in Melide (Primitivo and Frances meet). Can’t get lost on the Primitivo, arrows are well marked. I’m excited to follow another of your grand adventure. Buen Camino my friend.
@@Gettinglostonthetrail Thanks for the great tips Tom. Much appreciated
hi, love your videos but miss the man who spoke to us on the primitivo, they are so short.
Thanks Marianne. These four short videos will be just a teaser. Will have the complete video uploading soon. Thanks for watching.
The jamon y queso bocadillo locked delicious.
It was so delicious 😋, especially midday, tiny town, and there were no other restaurant/bar, but just this one. Owner was very nice, when asked, she served me coke with ice, wow ice 🧊. It was a slow and steady day today. Beautiful weather, a little warm for this time of the year, but got to appreciate the warm Mr. Sun 🌞.
Great to see you are happily hiking … and you met some 🦕 🦖. Yes, Farmer said it: the lovely coffee con leche ☕️! Enjoy them while you can.
Everyday is a grande cafe con leche with little sweet to go with it. Today was a slow and steady day. Managed to squeezed in a nap midday LOL. That’s the beauty of solo hiking, you’re on your time.
Thank you for sharing your 1-minute video clip. Can you hear sarcasm? lol Just joking around.. Oh, I miss Cafe Con leche.
Jokester Farmer 😂. Always ordered a grande, a small is like a sip and all gone. Now cafe con leche small is a teaser, not my 1 minute video LOL.
Thank you for the tip about the rain skirt!
No heavy rain to test it out on the Camino, so I used it as a mat to lay down to take a nap on the Camino LOL. I did a post Camino gear video (will post it soon), I will list what was used and didn’t used on the Camino ingles. Thanks for watching Toura.
Finished my camino ingles a few days ago!!! Happened at the perfect time of my life and the overall experience was transformational. Thank you!! you helped me a lot gearing up and mentally prepping
Congrats James!!! Hope you had a successful Camino. Some sections are difficult, but when overcame it, it’s an amazing feeling. I got lucky with the weather and only light rain one day. Overall, it was a beautiful Camino. Another Camino in store for you in the future? I fell in love with the Camino and can’t seem to shake it off. Again, big congrats James. Buen Camino.
@@Gettinglostonthetrail Thank you! Congrats to you too. Definetly! My studies end in spain in June but I am pretty intent on working out here in the future. Even so if I return for vacation I will get another Camino under me. Camino Ingles was a good starting point, it was my first time doing anything really like this so it helped me understand what to expect/ how to prep. The weather was rough but it made the sun we did get all the more glorious! I think everything is a little more romantic when walking the Camino anyway. Buen Camino!!
@@jameswatkins1367would totally recommend Camino Primitivo for you. A challenging trail indeed, but also the most beautiful in my opinion. If limited in number of days on the Primitivo then just do the start (Oviedo) to Lugo. This section is challenging, but so much to see. The last 100km from Lugo to Santiago is relatively flat and lots of road walking. Each Camino has something different to offer. Whichever one you decide will be a unique experience. All the best James.