Santiago de Compostela Travel Forum

I have the choice of visiting santiago or santander in October for three nights. With regard to sightseeing/walking, do you think there will be enough to occupy me during my stay in either place? Thanks Geoff

hi im looking for the cheapest way to get to barcelona from santiago and then back. i dont care if its six days on a bus, i just need to get there for cheap!!! cheers :)

Anyone got info on the cheapest and quickest way to get from Santiago de Compostella to Madrid Airport
Bus Train or Flights please give as much info as possible.
Thanks for your help

Can anyone give any info about the airport of santiago. How far is it? is there a website?

Who has been there?

Thank you!

Hi, does anyone of a good way to use public transportation to go from Porto to Santiago de Compostela? There is one Alsa bus that runs through, but only in the afternoon. We would prefer a morning bus or train if possible. Thanks!

Hi,

I travelled around Spain briefly last year, unfortunately I did not make it to Santiago de Compostela although I am looking to return in August this year (unless anyone can suggest a better time of year to visit / any special events not to be missed, etc!)

Just generally looking for advise...I am thinking of visiting for 4 nights...is this long enough / too long, is there any other towns nearby worth a visit, where is the best area to stop - any recommendations would be appreciated!!

Thanks again

I know this is a long shot but I wonder if any VT member in Galicia is able to obtain a phone no for the post office in Berdia? - can't find it on the net. I am looking for the family Portos Sande who ran it in the 1980's, specifically their English neice Theresa whom I met in 1987. Many thanks.

Hello,
I am an american woman living in France, and I am interested in walking part of the Camino for a week or two sometime this spring. I am trying to connect with other people who might be doing a pilgrimage at the same time. At this point my plans are still pretty flexible. If anyone knows of a good website or other means of getting in touch with fellow travelers, I would surely appreciate it.

Thanks and happy travels....

Hello!

My husband and a friend will be arriving in Santiago Feb. 1 and need an apartment for the semester (until mid-July). Can anyone point me in the right direction? Ideally, the apartment would be furnished with bills included (also not too expensive), but I have no idea of how things like this work in Spain... Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Gracias,
Shelly

Hello eveybody,
do you have updated info on the bus service from Santiago De Compostela airport to the city centre?
And, can you recommend a cheap, quiet hostel?
Thanks,
Barbara

Hey,
thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it..I'm currently trying to book flights but don'y know which airport would be the best to fly into ..I figure I will catch a bus from there to the start of my walk?

Hey ,

I have a bout 8 days to do part of the pilgrimage to Santiago and was hoping that someone could give me some heplful advice on where I could start in Spain that would take about 8 walking days to reach Santiago?

Can you v.ts please tell me how to get from airport to santiago. Is there a bus ? thanx

Hi all!

I will drive from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela on July 8th, leaving at around 15 from Barcelona. I am alone in the car, so that I can offer a lift to anybody smart and talkative who would need it. The itinerary would be through Zaragoza, Burgos, Leon.

If anybody is interested, please contact me at the VT mail or in the forum!

Cheers

G.

I cannot seem to find any info on it on the internet, yet Bilbao is part of Camino del Norte. I would appreciate any help, as I am flying into Bilbao at 9pm and will need a place to sleep until moving to St.Jean Pied-de-Port. If i find a refuge, I would stay an extra day and see the town too.

thanks

'Ola Santiagoers,

I am coming to see you again next week. Can you tell me what the weather will be like/is like at the moment? Do I need by my Paraguas or shall I pack my Biquini? How many
Saltadors will I need?'

Thanking you in advance

Jacqui

Hello, I'm arriving in Europe - specifically Santiago de Compostela, Spain - in which I will make my way down to Porto.

While in Santiago... where should I stay? anywhere fun? any good hostels?

cory

I am visiting Santiago de Compostela for the first time in April. I have no interest in pilgrimmages or religious stuff. I will have a car for a couple of days. What else is there to do/see there? I love good wine and good food and will definitely try some of the VT recommendations for restaurants. Are there wineries? Is the water closeby? How well do people there speak English?

Thanks,

Mark

Has anyone begun there pilgrimage to Santiago from Barcelona to Burgos, then Leon, etc? What is the cheapest way back to Barcelona from Santiago? How does one get half price for airfare if you are a pilgrim?

Ok have already made travel arrangements, know which equipment I will bring, I am preparing physically,as well as mentally. Thank you to all for the great suggestions. Now the big one-- how do I attempt to explain this to my bosses at work and ask for about 6 weeks off. How did you all break the news?
I AM going. just not sure what I will be returning to....

Thanks ahead,
Pam

Hi!
I am looking at walking south, from Santiago, to Seville along the old Roman trail called the "Silver-Route". Have you heard of this route and can you provide me with more information about it; or, have you walked it yourself and can provide me with your experiences about it? I am looking at walking along this "Way" in the Spring of 2005. Any help or info would be greatly appreciated......
Thank-You and Happy Travels: -)

Hi again,

Can anyone tell me if we can take a backpack onboard airplane as a "carry-on" I am so paranoid to check it if they lose/damage it. Also what about trekking poles how can we get them over?

is anyone from U.S. planning a trip for May of 2005? I am planning on leaving from Roncevalles ideally Fri. the 13th.

Thank you,
Pam

Hola!!!
I am gonna to Santiago de Compostela in October for a long time. I need information about cash machines, is there any cash machine of Citibank?
i don't have to pay commision from this cash machine and this information will be very useful.
Thanks a lot
magdita

I must be in Compostela this july. There'no discount in airfares,so i had to reserve for madrid. What is the best and most economic way from Madrid to Compostela? Can i find any vehicle after 22:00?

Hello,

I am planning to walk the camino and am not sure which city makes the most sense (Cents) to fly into then transfer. Will be leaving out of Los Angeles.
Thank you ahead to anyone who can help.

Hello, I'm planning to do a pilgrimage towards Santiago de Compostela this july. I'd like to exchange information with other people who did in the past or are planning this adventure. Bye Mirko PS: write me in the email mirkopor@email.it

I was busking in santiago in 1992 and spent a lot of nights in the pub Grechas. Anyone around remember me and my guitar? Would love to hear from or about anyone who does, especially Peio and Ramon.

Hi there!
I was in Santiago in 1992 and was hanging around with some guys from the group Dhais. I still have a tape of them playing in Cervantes.
Anyone know if they're still about?

I have just found out Madredeus will be playing in Santiago on 23 July. I will be back at my parents for holidays from 20 July, so I am determined to go to the concert.
Now, the problem. Where the hell can I get a ticket?
Thank you all in advance.

Hi! I will be a pilger to Santiago de Compostela in June. I will start from St-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Do you now what is the fastest way to reach St-Jean from Bilbao Airport? Thank you!