Thanks guys for the video. I’ve said before, walking in Europe helped my wife and I lose 6-7lbs in a month and our health improved so quickly. We were averaging 20-25k steps a day. I’m sure the same will happen for you guys too. Thanks again for this great channel
We are all on out own quest in life. We may take different roads and paths. We all have a goal to find ourselves. So do what you have to do unapologetic. What makes us individuals is this. The best part for you guys is that you are on the same sheet of music. This is actually taking your relationship into a whole new level. Deeper understanding of one another. That's priceless! Hang in there your just getting started. You guys are winners!!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Josh I too suffer from vertigo episodes and have been hospitalized twice for it over the past few years. It’s a very frustrating thing when no one can find the cause or cure. I pray that this Camino hike finds you good health, both spiritually and physically. Blessings to you both!
I think it really depends on what type of restaurant and what type of meal you are looking for. Some places will, like in France, will have set times for breakfast, lunch, dinner. Other places will have their own system like for example a busy Madrid tapas bar. I think the best way is to know what you want, and ask if thats possible, so ask if you can get drinks, a sandwich, full dinner etc.... Now I dont really speak Spanish myself, but with a few simple phrases I google in advance I dont encounter many issues when in Spain. And dont be scared off by bad temper. Unlike the US, hospitality worker in Europa dont rely on tips to get by. This will mean that staff is often more "real" , that doesnt mean the sevice is bad , just that they are less inclined to be as nice as they can all the time. Some cafe's in Paris are notorious in this regard. It comes as a shock to some Americans that a waiter can react a bit annoyed when he comes to your table and you dont know what to order yet, or dont speak French or whatever, they are just not used to that because an American waiter would never react like that because that would probably mean less tip for him. So it might very well be that you are doing absolutely nothing wrong, but its just a cracky employee who is less inclined to hide it because he has no financial incentive to do so.
Thanks for the thoughtful comments and tips! Yes, we have definitely encountered different people along the way and it has been an extremely humbling and eye opening experience. We were starting to pat ourselves on the backs for our improving Spanish, but the little nuances and things we just don't understand from not living here are what trip us up. A couple of weeks in, we are starting to get the hang out it and are learning so much! And eating well :) thanks for watching and your helpful comments!
Every culture is different to your own, I've worked in tourism and some travellers don't try and adapt, good for you for seeing you are doing something wrong and trying to adapt
So true--it's one of the best (and sometimes challenging) parts of traveling! It's taken us a while to realize what we were missing, but we are getting there. thanks for watching and your thoughts!
Hi. Hopefully, everyone appreciates your purposes for walking the Camino. Since you hadn’t shared, I figured your reasons were personal/private. Please share as you feel comfortable. I’m enjoying all your adventures over the past year+!! Also, I enjoy learning your insights about traveling on a budget.
Thanks for saying that, CeCe! We honestly hadn't thought too much about it when we started, but as we went along, the reasons became more clear (and I'm sure will change as we continue). Thanks for watching all this time, we really appreciate it!
Wife and I are really enjoying your adventure! We will be in Paris, Rome and Florence, as well as a 7 night cruise on the Med. starting on October 1st. Looking forward to it and your trip is inspiring. However, We are not going to walk 500 miles😀
Thats so awesome! Which cruise company did you go with? Do they have any specials now that they're doing cruises again? We really want to take a cruise in Europe, and don't know which one to go with :)
Hi there. I walked the Camino Frances in Sept 2019 & it was very impactful on me so I enjoy hearing of others experiences. I’m curious (as this is the only video of yours I have watched), as to why you did not stay in pilgrim hostels (albergues)? They are defo a cost saver and many equipped with kitchens or pilgrim meals including wine. Or were many closed due to COVID? I met plenty of couples who did so and also stayed in hostals or hotels now & again. Genuine question as you mentioned it was a bit expensive. Buen Camino.
Hi! Thanks for watching and for the comment. Agreed! Albergues were huge cost savers and we mixed up what kind of places we stayed in-we stayed in dorms, private rooms in hostels, and private rooms in hotels too. We found early on that many places were closed or had filled up their accommodations already (many were only a third or half capacity for COVID restrictions) and we hadn’t made reservations in advance. We had also heard that many used to have meals that came with the accommodations before, but it seems with COVID this year, this has changed. Some albergues we stayed in didn’t have meals at all, some did for 10-14€ per meal, which was more expensive than we budgeted for. We started to feel more comfortable staying in private rooms, since we weren't used to being around so many people again in such small quarters since the last year. We actually would have preferred staying mostly in hostels to meet and interact with more people, but maybe in another time. Long answer :)
@@LisaAndJosh Ah yes that makes sense. Covid certainly has changed things. What a difference from when I walked. Thanks for replying & sharing the info as I’m hoping to walk the Camino Portuguese but maybe I’ll wait in case things change down the line.
We've heard the same from those who walked perviously! It seems planning ahead is the way to go this year, but we kinda yearn from the way things were done before (for a lot of reasons!) :)
Weird... I never had problems eating out in Spain, might be because I'm Italian and we are very similar? Anyway, as a general rule, it's always better to learn some basic local language. I did that in Japan, OK , they didn't understand much (nor did I), but at least they were all very nice and helpful since I tried
We totally agree with you! Generally, we have been able to get by with our basic Spanish, but it's the details and string of fast words that we struggle with (and perhaps the time of day to order food!)
Thanks for sharing ! "Why are you doing the Camino?", good question and me starting in beginning of Oktober don't have a specific answer yet. It just seemed like the right idea? I'm confident the reason will come to me during all the time there is walking :)
Yes! That's why we started, to be honest. Then the reasons started to come as we were walking. And we bet they'll continually change as we move forward. Have a great time in October, buen camino!
Guys use google translate I had a full conversation with an Italian couple at Rome airport they didn’t speak English I didn’t speak Italian but had a wonderful conversation you just say what you want in English and it translates to what ever language you choose. I guess the other person has to be receptive to this but it’s a tool you should try 🌹🇦🇺 love to you both from a locked down NSW Australia loving your Comino
I look forward to your videos everyday! Hope figuring out their eating out system happens soon for you guys, you deserve to sit down and enjoy a nice meal after all that walking :)
Thanks guys for the video. I’ve said before, walking in Europe helped my wife and I lose 6-7lbs in a month and our health improved so quickly. We were averaging 20-25k steps a day. I’m sure the same will happen for you guys too. Thanks again for this great channel
We're definitely hoping so :) but then again, wine and bread and tortillas and all the other great spanish food... who knows if we'll lose any lol
@@LisaAndJosh we ate pizza, pasta, Kinder surprise, Pringle’s and beer. We lost weight but we only had two meals a day and a snack.
We are all on out own quest in life. We may take different roads and paths. We all have a goal to find ourselves. So do what you have to do unapologetic. What makes us individuals is this. The best part for you guys is that you are on the same sheet of music. This is actually taking your relationship into a whole new level. Deeper understanding of one another. That's priceless! Hang in there your just getting started. You guys are winners!!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Truer words have never been said--thanks always for the words of wisdom. We appreciate the support, we are definitely hanging in there :)
Thank you for your honesty. This genuineness is why I will continue to watch your videos.
We appreciate you saying that! It's hard to sometimes be so transparent, but that's the beauty of travel--the good, the bad, the magical :)
Josh I too suffer from vertigo episodes and have been hospitalized twice for it over the past few years. It’s a very frustrating thing when no one can find the cause or cure. I pray that this Camino hike finds you good health, both spiritually and physically. Blessings to you both!
Sorry to hear that, Lisa! Hope you are on the road to recovery. Thank you for the thoughts and prayers :)
I think it really depends on what type of restaurant and what type of meal you are looking for. Some places will, like in France, will have set times for breakfast, lunch, dinner. Other places will have their own system like for example a busy Madrid tapas bar. I think the best way is to know what you want, and ask if thats possible, so ask if you can get drinks, a sandwich, full dinner etc.... Now I dont really speak Spanish myself, but with a few simple phrases I google in advance I dont encounter many issues when in Spain.
And dont be scared off by bad temper. Unlike the US, hospitality worker in Europa dont rely on tips to get by. This will mean that staff is often more "real" , that doesnt mean the sevice is bad , just that they are less inclined to be as nice as they can all the time. Some cafe's in Paris are notorious in this regard. It comes as a shock to some Americans that a waiter can react a bit annoyed when he comes to your table and you dont know what to order yet, or dont speak French or whatever, they are just not used to that because an American waiter would never react like that because that would probably mean less tip for him.
So it might very well be that you are doing absolutely nothing wrong, but its just a cracky employee who is less inclined to hide it because he has no financial incentive to do so.
Thanks for the thoughtful comments and tips! Yes, we have definitely encountered different people along the way and it has been an extremely humbling and eye opening experience. We were starting to pat ourselves on the backs for our improving Spanish, but the little nuances and things we just don't understand from not living here are what trip us up. A couple of weeks in, we are starting to get the hang out it and are learning so much! And eating well :) thanks for watching and your helpful comments!
And I like new opening credit font too. Looks great
Thank you! We wanted something a bit cleaner, glad to see it's coming across well :)
Every culture is different to your own, I've worked in tourism and some travellers don't try and adapt, good for you for seeing you are doing something wrong and trying to adapt
So true--it's one of the best (and sometimes challenging) parts of traveling! It's taken us a while to realize what we were missing, but we are getting there. thanks for watching and your thoughts!
Hi. Hopefully, everyone appreciates your purposes for walking the Camino.
Since you hadn’t shared, I figured your reasons were personal/private. Please share as you feel comfortable.
I’m enjoying all your adventures over the past year+!! Also, I enjoy learning your insights about traveling on a budget.
Thanks for saying that, CeCe! We honestly hadn't thought too much about it when we started, but as we went along, the reasons became more clear (and I'm sure will change as we continue). Thanks for watching all this time, we really appreciate it!
Wife and I are really enjoying your adventure! We will be in Paris, Rome and Florence, as well as a 7 night cruise on the Med. starting on October 1st. Looking forward to it and your trip is inspiring. However, We are not going to walk 500 miles😀
Thats so awesome! Which cruise company did you go with? Do they have any specials now that they're doing cruises again? We really want to take a cruise in Europe, and don't know which one to go with :)
@@LisaAndJosh we are going on Royal Caribbean out of Rome for 7 nights. Naples-Barcelona-Mallorca island-Lespizia.
We were supposed to go to Marseille, but they cancelled that port because of a Covid reason.
In 2017 we did a Viking cruise from Amsterdam to Basil, Switzerland. The Mercedes’ of cruise lines, but really expensive.
Thanks for sharing your trip. Enjoy it! (Despite some miscommunication issues😁)
Thank you so much for watching! :)
Hi there. I walked the Camino Frances in Sept 2019 & it was very impactful on me so I enjoy hearing of others experiences. I’m curious (as this is the only video of yours I have watched), as to why you did not stay in pilgrim hostels (albergues)? They are defo a cost saver and many equipped with kitchens or pilgrim meals including wine. Or were many closed due to COVID? I met plenty of couples who did so and also stayed in hostals or hotels now & again. Genuine question as you mentioned it was a bit expensive. Buen Camino.
Hi! Thanks for watching and for the comment. Agreed! Albergues were huge cost savers and we mixed up what kind of places we stayed in-we stayed in dorms, private rooms in hostels, and private rooms in hotels too. We found early on that many places were closed or had filled up their accommodations already (many were only a third or half capacity for COVID restrictions) and we hadn’t made reservations in advance. We had also heard that many used to have meals that came with the accommodations before, but it seems with COVID this year, this has changed. Some albergues we stayed in didn’t have meals at all, some did for 10-14€ per meal, which was more expensive than we budgeted for. We started to feel more comfortable staying in private rooms, since we weren't used to being around so many people again in such small quarters since the last year. We actually would have preferred staying mostly in hostels to meet and interact with more people, but maybe in another time. Long answer :)
@@LisaAndJosh Ah yes that makes sense. Covid certainly has changed things. What a difference from when I walked. Thanks for replying & sharing the info as I’m hoping to walk the Camino Portuguese but maybe I’ll wait in case things change down the line.
We've heard the same from those who walked perviously! It seems planning ahead is the way to go this year, but we kinda yearn from the way things were done before (for a lot of reasons!) :)
Weird... I never had problems eating out in Spain, might be because I'm Italian and we are very similar? Anyway, as a general rule, it's always better to learn some basic local language. I did that in Japan, OK , they didn't understand much (nor did I), but at least they were all very nice and helpful since I tried
We totally agree with you! Generally, we have been able to get by with our basic Spanish, but it's the details and string of fast words that we struggle with (and perhaps the time of day to order food!)
Thanks for sharing ! "Why are you doing the Camino?", good question and me starting in beginning of Oktober don't have a specific answer yet. It just seemed like the right idea? I'm confident the reason will come to me during all the time there is walking :)
Yes! That's why we started, to be honest. Then the reasons started to come as we were walking. And we bet they'll continually change as we move forward. Have a great time in October, buen camino!
@@LisaAndJosh Thank you! Buen Camino! Bags are packed and Sunday will be the first days walk of many.
Guys use google translate I had a full conversation with an Italian couple at Rome airport they didn’t speak English I didn’t speak Italian but had a wonderful conversation you just say what you want in English and it translates to what ever language you choose. I guess the other person has to be receptive to this but it’s a tool you should try 🌹🇦🇺 love to you both from a locked down NSW Australia loving your Comino
This is a good tip :) and thank you!
Maybe every restaurant have tjeir own system, spain is not very structurated, so maybe ask when you enter how is the system. For that restaurant
Good idea! We have learned to just ask the waiter or host when we arrive if we can sit and order food. :)
@@LisaAndJosh nice, yeah good choise
I think it’s perfectly normal for you to get frustrated then after you eat and relax you’re ready to go again
Thanks for the validation! We are adjusting, that's for sure :)
I look forward to your videos everyday! Hope figuring out their eating out system happens soon for you guys, you deserve to sit down and enjoy a nice meal after all that walking :)
Ha yeah - I think we've started to figure it out. And thank you so much for the kind words and for watching! :)
Use the hostel world translator
ok!
@@LisaAndJosh have they checked vaccine status much