The original reason is as a pilgrimage to replace the pilgrimage to Rome and many continue in this vein Many use it as an adventure, to explore the Spanish peoples and countryside Books I have read point to those who take time out for self reflection Others are simply out for fun and a good time A challenge is what others refer to Mine is an adventure and walking for Parkinsons but who knows what [...]

A few take under 30 days to travel the Camino Frances enjoying the thrill of the fast pace and the physical challenge A common timeline is 33 days for the more fit and those who have limited time Another common time is around 40-50 days allowing for a more restful pace, and time to have more of a look around For the less mobile like me we plan for over 60 days also allowing time [...]

There are many ways to travel the Camino that are acceptable for receiving your document of completion You can travel by bike, on horse or mule, maybe on any animal One has pushed a trolley to save carrying You can prebook in groups and have your bags transported to your hostel/hotel You can travel the original way,carrying your own pack and staying in 'Albergues/refugios' mostly dormitory style accommodation located in old monasteries to rundown buildings [...]

I am fortunate to have a local state of the art local public school design a banner for World Parkinson's Day April 11, which they will present to me at school assembly I hope also to have the involvement of a school in Singapore where a friend of mine is teaching At this moment however I am trying to get through to Macca on ABC 702 to promote our journey talk to you soon Will