A Couple's Adventure on Camino del Norte

I have always dreamt of walking the Camino del Norte so when I found a partner who also wanted to take on this challenge, it was game on! Top things we learned:
1) the hotels are super cheap and worth staying in for a better night of sleep and cleaner, quieter accommodations
2) the camino del Norte is WAY quieter than the others and therefore, to us, better
3) there's no need to rush it in the mornings because of check in times to hotels. We slept in, had a good breakfast, and never rushed
4) It's worth it to take the train to skip some of the industrial parts, you already have to be on busy roads for some parts
5) hiking boots or trail shoes aren't necessary as most of the road is paved. Major cushion and multiple sets of inserts are necessary. The only issue we had was our feet and had to buy new shoes and inserts during the trip
6) quick dry clothes and hanging them to dry off your backpack is key
7) no need to bring any snacks from home, but having utensils, a good multi towel, and a collapsible bowls would have been nice way to prep and eat more healthy, fresh food
8) if you stay in hotels, you dont need to bring a sleeping bag liner, towel, pillow, or sleeping bag so your pack will be much lighter
9) hat and sun glasses necessary
10) great podcasts, great playlists, and a great camino partner is essential because most days we didnt speak to or see anyone but each other!


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