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Hikingdan: I’m Just A Guy Who Loves Hiking Across Spain!

Reflections Through Hiking on Life's Triumphs, Challenges, and Adventures!

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The End is in Site!
Camino Hiking Journeys

The End is in Site!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 29, 2018October 17, 2022

I Can Almost Hear The Sounds of Santiago de Compostela! I am so very close to finishing this section of the Camino – the final section! On May 31, we will arise and walk the last 4.5 Km into Santiago de Compostela! The Plaza in front of the Cathedral sees […]

Sarriá and The Many Pilgrims There
Camino Hiking Journeys

Sarriá and The Many Pilgrims There

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 26, 2018September 28, 2022

Sarriá to Portomarin = 24 Km Today was a very interesting day to hike because we started in Sarria. For those of you who are unfamiliar with “The Camino”, Sarria is the Official Starting Point if you wish to walk the shortest distance and earn a Compostela (110 Km). My body […]

The Town of Samos & The Monasterio de Samos
My Other Travel Adventures

The Town of Samos & The Monasterio de Samos

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 24, 2018September 28, 2022

Words Sometimes do not Say Enough and Only Photos Can Express Beauty Enjoy this Photo Blog! MONASTERIO de SAMOS This Monastery is amazing! It’s construction began in the 6th century and evolved over the next 13 centuries! Exterior: Interior and Courtyards: Courtyards and The Town  Tomorrow, I will hike 25 […]

Carlotta, My Flatulating Horse!
Camino Hiking Journeys

Carlotta, My Flatulating Horse!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 23, 2018September 28, 2022

Today Was a Thrill of a Lifetime! My buddy Ric and I decided late yesterday to live life on the edge. We called to see if we could go up the Mountain of O’Cebreiro on horseback. I was nervous when Victor the owner, said he had space for us. I […]

TONS OF FUN & What is a “True Pilgrim” – The Debate That Never Ends!
Camino Hiking Journeys

TONS OF FUN & What is a “True Pilgrim” – The Debate That Never Ends!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 22, 2018September 28, 2022

Why is This Even a Debate in the First Place? I truly have enjoyed the last few days of hiking despite the fact they have not been easy. I have been plagued with a massive head cold and sinus congestion for the last six days. I have also only averaged […]

Some Days are Tough!
Camino Hiking Journeys

Some Days are Tough!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 20, 2018September 28, 2022

On Tough Days, I Just Keep Going! I would like to start off saying that I never expected to hike while being sick. Unfortunately upon my arrival in Spain, I have developed a massive head cold and cough! I’m hoping it’s on the mend as I’m just starting to feel […]

Amazing Astorga!
Camino Hiking Journeys

Amazing Astorga!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 18, 2018September 28, 2022

Astorga is the next large town after Leon (approximately 52 Km). We did 20 km one day and 32 Km the next day. I love it because it is just so beautiful and it hosts a building designed by the famous Gaudí. This building is breathtaking in the inside and […]

The Beautiful City of Leon, Spain
My Other Travel Adventures

The Beautiful City of Leon, Spain

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 17, 2018September 28, 2022

My Last Day Here. Tomorrow I Begin Hiking El Camino I was filled with emotion once I departed my train and arrived here. Both times I’ve done this in the past, I was with my Camino Family, but this time I was alone. I was also quite surprised at how […]

Dan’s Spanish Adventure!
My Other Travel Adventures

Dan’s Spanish Adventure!

by: Dan ForgionePosted on: May 15, 2018September 28, 2022

My Adventure in Spain has Begun! I can not believe how busy my last few days (weeks ) were! OMG, they flew by! I left for Spain just 3 days after returning from Florida! It was quick and I felt way too rushed! On May 12, I met 2 dear […]

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