It’s a lot harder than you think.
Start slow
Different walking surfaces are hard on your feet
Research weather trends
Distances are merely a suggestion
Condition for endurance and changes in terrain are in Portuguese
When you think you can’t go another step, count on 2 more miles
People are very kind, unless you speak Spanish to them
Carry cash—credit isn’t used in small towns—and they are all small towns
Don’t worry about laundry
And yes they are correct—-you lose all vanity—surrender. No makeup, no hair dryers…just the real you
Beware of bicycles
Get rid of half of what you want to bring
Don’t worry about how you smell, we all smell bad
Take the time to research towns…what ever your choice
If you are a man, leave the sister wives at home
Apps: All Trails was a huge help…tons out there—use what works for you
Google Translate will get you out of trouble
Wine and beer is cheap
There is no ice
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There is a point when you are one or two days from the end and you are not going to want it to end, so take a rest and Savor the mindset Where You Are now..
Absolutely! I am enjoying every moment. Many lessons to take in along the journey.