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I've have to admit, this video would be a lot more useful if Greg was sharing his screen while walking us through the process, instead of showing us his face most of the time with a few screenshots briefly shown here and there.

The CZcams algorithm brought me here - which is kinda' scary because it seems to know me better than I know myself. Nonetheless, Excellent info! ...and I thought I was the King of Google flights. I will add this for what its worth: Over the past 15 years (excluding much of the pandemic), we have traveled out of Vegas to North Africa and SE Asia perhaps 6-times/year. For EU travel, I will first go to Ryanair, EasyJet, Aer Lingus, Vueling, and Wizz Air sites directly, to check their schedule which is typically NOT on google flights. Then, do the google flights thing to find a manual connection match. Since we live part time in Tangier, it's almost always RyanAir into Tangier - which is never over $30. I have paid as low as $8.59 from Valencia to Tangier nonstop. Our daughter lives between Valencia Spain, and Edinburgh, so we try and travel with sub 25Kilo carry-on backpacks ONLY. From you I learned to plug in Europe, and not just the cities in google flights. You are spot on regarding flights out of major airports. Not much out of LAS, so going to the EU, thus we will use LAX. Going to SE Asia we find SFO with the most deals. Sometimes, LAS to Inchon via KoreaAir can get really cheap - but that's rare. If we find it, we can take Scoot to Singapore for less than $50. Also my little trick on google flights is to specify "Multi-city" (not one-way, or round-trip). Since it seems not to care that a passenger may fly from LAX to Heathrow, to the next leg _Originates_ in Madrid to Istanbul. Then Istanbul back to LAX. Last summer my son and I left SFO, to Singapore to Saigon, to Bangkok, to Dubai, to Cairo, to London, and then back to Vegas. About $1600 All-in on various airlines (United/VietnamAIr/Emirate's/ BritishAir/Delta). Lastly, Norwegian Air *use to* fly from LAS nonstop to Paris for $139 each way ...back about 7 years ago. My daughter would sometimes fly to Europe twice a Month. I share that because its sooo important just to travel while one can. Thanks again for the great tips!

Denmark is good for the soul, slow pace 🇩🇰 love Living here 🇩🇰 I completely follow your thoughts about doing the Camino with your kid..im going with my 21 y.o daughter… fantastic to Share one Month of adventure together… but on the other hand i need to make sure that she is okay… really counting Down … 55 days to our Camino start❤🥾🥾

How much in advance should I book air travel from Hong Kong to Chicago during December for Christmas and New Years? And should I get a one-way or roundtrip tickets

Very helpful video. How do you get from Bayonne to SJPP?

Thank you. Very interesting. 😎😎😎

Thank you

I always go private hotels No diseased ridden albergues for me No theft from backpacks etc

I loved this. You’re a great dad. Glad you’re coming back this year. ¡Buen Camino!

Your videos are both practical and thought provoking. You have convinced me that next years Camino I’ll go solo. I fly out tonight to go with my daughter. “if I asked you about art, you'd probably give me the skinny on every art book ever written. Michelangelo, you know a lot about him. Life's work, political aspirations, him and the pope, sexual orientations, the whole works, right? But I'll bet you can't tell me what it smells like in the Sistine Chapel.”

The Olaf Way? Never been looks cool though

Thank you for the heartfelt commentary Greg. Not many understand the importance of the transcendence from boy to man. Society has devalued it to a point it's a taboo subject in most quarters. Doing Frances in August / September. and will be leaving some stones. Love your content and commentary.

I know what you mean by needing to wash off society. My faith in humanity and human beings is at rock bottom these days. I also was in a profession--high school teacher--where I had to be "on stage" and "highly extroverted" every day, which came at a physical and psychological cost until I was burned out. Yes, I do need a Camino soon! So great that you are headed back.

Thanks so much for your videos, Greg! They helped me so much with my 1st Camino. I just got back. I would've been a day or so ahead of you if you if you hadn't paused for home. I'm glad I brought my spiky ball to roll/massage under my feet daily. It's as big as a golfball and weighs hardly anything.

Good job! on going back to the camino 😊

I’m very familiar with Iron John, I’ve done a lot of personal growth work based on that paradigm since the early 90s. I honor your journey, your struggle, your candor and honesty. I can tell you have been through a lot, as so many of us have. I’m a bit older, 64, and I’m about to do my first Camino in August, so I’ll probably miss you as you’ll be way ahead of me. There’s lots we could talk about, but if we can’t, I wish you a Buen Camino, and may your journeys be filled with healing, joy, and blessings!

It’s interesting to hear your perspective as a seasoned traveler. I disagree with some of the suggestions for myself, but I have specific reasons. I would never travel without my phone, battery pack, and charging brick, as I need to be reachable by family. I would say that people should weigh (pun intended) the pros and cons of whatever they pack. I am taking a 40L pack on my Camino this summer, which will be just right for me. But it would be very easy to overpack, so it’s good to analyze what really needs to go and what doesn’t.

Just finished my first Camino-from SJPdP to SdC. -April 25 to June 3, 2024. You gave me, perhaps, the best advice about a year ago as I started my planning. --OR HOODIE. I wore one, packed one. Protected my arms, back of neck and scalp (I’m balding). I even gave you a shout-out in my CZcams videos. Just wanted to express my thanks to you for giving me some really helpful advice on gear.

Thanks for these great videos. I'm returning for the fourth time in September and am always happy to be encouraged by anyone named Robinson. <grins> Be well and safe travels.

Have you only done the francés?

What’s a typical charge for a hostel? I ask as I see one does not take or use a tent? Do any Camino hikers camp out? Thanks for your videos!

In late April and early May there were at least 4 separate tour groups of 70 people each walking from SJPP staying in Albergues. This filled a lot of the reservable accommodations thus making the public and municipal albergues fill more quickly. This may have been part of “crowding” reports we heard at that time. They had motor coaches to transport luggage and those who didn’t want to walk the full stage.

Those shorts look good, I tried searching UA using MESH as a hit word but I can't locate the ones your showing. Would it be possible to provide a link? I begin my journey on the 30th of August, perhaps I will see you!

How did the Brooks shoes work out? Also, are you leaning towards using the raincoat only or will you use a poncho as well? Is the raincoat for blocking wind or rain?

Doing my first Camino aug 16th - sep 15th, with my middle child. 🙌🏻 thx for your inspiration in your Channel. Maybe we’ll run into you 🥾🥾

Totally similar life experiences, and as I’m seeking peace through travel, found your post. Thanks for the inspiration. Life’s tough, but you have to keep on trucking…When your son ditched his shoes at the end, my heart sunk a bit. Anyway, healthy and safe travels ahead.

We just started the Frances a few days ago, this is our first time, and already I can agree that yup, bugs get passed around in those alburgues. lol So sorry your walk didn't go as expected, but how great that you have the ability to pivot and take care of yourselves, which of course it the most important thing. We are also heading back to Asia after we (hopefully) finish the Camino, so maybe we'll run into you there! 😀

are you retired?

Is there a problem taking the pack as a carry-on when it has dimensions a few inches over what is allowed on international carriers, (i.e., Delta’s requirements are 23x14x9)?

In reference to your UA shorts getting nipped off the clothesline, a Camino vet that I follow said “buy ugly”. That way, maybe nobody else will wanna be caught wearing it/that/them, etc. And yes, Under Armour is available in France.

Most informative!! Thanks, Greg. 👍

How about insurance ( health and travel)? Do you have any video on the subject? Thanks!

Should you buy a cheaper phone or a "burner" phone to use while traveling just in case it gets lost or stolen? Put your name in clothes. Stops the disagreement instantly.

Thank you so much for relating these critical medical experiences. Both would be life changing moments for everyone involved.

If you are going again would like to walk with you

Im confused why your Gpogle Fi is so much more than mine. I have ot as my regular carrier and i typucally pay $30 ish a month. Ive used it for my data traveling on London, Paris, Greece amd Italy. It os more to make a phone call, but data os just like at home. My bill isnt any higher.

I just picked four Friendly Swede liners from Amazon and treated them with permethrin. I like the long zipper, which we prefer and they do have warmer versions. Four because we travel all over and family of four. Another great video. Sorry you have to cut your trip short. Feel better.

Another great video! Same age as you - same issue with the 15lbs of extra weight that is almost impossible to lose even with a meager diet and strenuous exercise. Might need to implement the annual "camino" plan to get rid of it . . . of course the issue would be keeping the 15lbs off once you return from camino.

That was interesting, Rob, thanks. It’s always a situation you hope will never arise. Do you know if it is possible to use What 3 Words in Spain? I use it a lot in the UK and it is brilliant.

I have done it only but it's better when you have the opportunity to do it with your son's

Hi Greg, I avoided albergue this year due to the overwhelming crowds and scared of getting sick. My son's and I did the Camino Frances in 30 days with three days off. We are planning to come back and do the Norte. I have done the Camino Frances 4 times and it's time for a change.

Based on your recent experience with your son & nephew. Would be curious to hear an in-depth pro vs con video about walking camino alone vs walking camino with friends/family.

Happy you guys are safely home and loving your report as per usual. I’m starting again on August 1st and I’ll take you all with me. Buen camino peregrino.

If you want more space than the Talon 33, but still keep it lighter than the Kestrel 38, there’s always the Talon 36

Para el dolor de rodilla aparte de descansar algún día, ponerse hielo y tomar ibuprofeno, deberías haber contratado el transporte de la mochila y unos bastones te hubieran venido fenomenal

It may be too late but recommended a fast USB/wall charger. Really makes a difference in charging time.

I tried superfeet insoles inside of altras & really enjoy the space. I’ve used brooks beast too. Good stuff!

Sorry to hear you needed to cut your Camino short but there will be other Camino’s. Health is most important. 🙏🏻

Sorry, to hear you are heading home early. Safe travels and thanks for sharing your experience. 💕

I suggest airbnb apartments and pension. That's what I did with my two boys. This is my fourth time and learn albergue are full of colds and flus etc