C U Walking in Spain

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29/09/2020

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Desviarse un poco del Camino te puede llevar a conocer maravillosos rincones. Hoy os presentamos 5 monumentos cerca del Camino entre Sarria y Palas de Rei.

31/07/2020

Interesting video in English by the Galician health authorities

https://agatur.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=bc0fd7bc50561e96cdc3f1182&id=9f489d1520&e=a494d368bb

31/07/2020

¡Información importante para peregrinos que lleguen a Galicia 2020!

Es obligatorio registrarse con las autoridades sanitarias gallegas dentro de las 24 horas posteriores a su llegada, ya sea por teléfono al +34 88100 20 21 o en línea en la web https://coronavirus.sergas.gal/viaxeiros

La resolución fue tomada por el Director General de Salud Pública, Andrés Paz-Ares Rodríguez, y publicado por la Xunta de Galicia el 28 de julio en su web oficial https://xunta.gal/dog/Publicados/2020/20200728/AnuncioC3K1-270720-2_es.html

RESOLUCIÓN de 27 de julio de 2020, de la Dirección General de Salud Pública, en la que se determinan los territorios a efectos de la aplicación de la obligación de comunicación prevista en la Orden de 27 de julio de 2020 por la que se establecen medidas de prevención para hacer frente a la cr...

31/07/2020

Important information for pilgrims arriving to Galicia 2020!

Registration at the Galician Health Authorities must be done within 24 hours after arrival, either by phone to +34 88 100 20 21 (in Spanish only) or online in English at https://coronavirus.sergas.gal/viaxeiros (choose English on upper right corner)

Resolution taken by the Galician Gral. Director of Public Health Andrés Paz-Ares Rodríguez and published by the Xunta de Galicia on July 28th on their official website https://xunta.gal/dog/Publicados/2020/20200728/AnuncioC3K1-270720-2_es.html

RESOLUCIÓN de 27 de julio de 2020, de la Dirección General de Salud Pública, en la que se determinan los territorios a efectos de la aplicación de la obligación de comunicación prevista en la Orden de 27 de julio de 2020 por la que se establecen medidas de prevención para hacer frente a la cr...

21/06/2020

IMPORTANT UPDATE - CASA LICERIO REMAINS CLOSED DURING 2020!

It's been a while since we made any update, and we feel that you, our friends, visitors and guests, deserve to know how COVID-19 has affected us at Casa Licerio. So, what has happened and why are we not opening 2020? Unfortunately, several circumstances make it impossible to open this year.

On one hand, I'm still at home in Sweden, following the news on measures taken to open up borders, coming back to normality and welcoming tourists soon, especially measures in Sweden and Spain. There is a lot of confusing, contradictory and unclear information on this.

There is a big void regarding freedom of travel. The fact that the 2-week quarantine applied to European citizens is being withdrawn from July 1st, does not necessarily imply that foreigners - nor locals - can travel freely to nor within Spain anytime soon. Posts on bloggs, on FB and other media, even our neighbors in Spain, tell us that most pilgrims are waiting and choosing to come in 2021 instead.

Then there is the bigger issue of limiting maximum occupancy to 50% of the house's capacity, which is still in force. According to our statistics, this restriction makes it neither feasible nor profitable to open 2020 even if I could get full occupancy every day!

I am really really sorry and I truly hope we all are able to return to Spain and the Camino as soon as possible. For me and Casa Licerio that means March 1st, 2021.

Wishing you all the best, hoping to see you in 2021 and sending my best wishes of health and well-being to you all!

21/06/2020

ACTUALIZACIÓN IMPORTANTE: ¡CASA LICERIO PERMANECERÁ CERRADA LA TEMPORADA 2020!

Hace tiempo que no publicamos nada y sentimos que ustedes, nuestros amigos, visitantes y huéspedes, merecen saber cómo nos ha afectado COVID-19 en Casa Licerio. ¿Qué novedades hay y por qué no abriremos en 2020? Desafortunadamente, varias circunstancias hacen que nos sea imposible abrir este año.

Por un lado, todavía estoy en casa en Suecia, siguiendo las noticias sobre medidas adoptadas para abrir fronteras, volver a la normalidad y dar la bienvenida a turistas nacionales y extranjeros, especialmente noticias de Suecia y de España. Hay mucha información confusa, contradictoria y poco clara sobre esto.
Existe un gran vacío con respecto a la libertad de transporte y del cómo de viajes internacionales. El que la cuarentena aplicada a ciudadanos europeos se retire el 1 de julio, no implica que ni extranjeros ni nacionales puedan viajar libremente a - ni dentro de - España en un futuro cercano. Por las cancelaciones recibidas, por informaciones publicadas en bloggs, en FB y en otros medios, incluso por parte de nuestros colegas españoles, sabemos que la gran mayoría de peregrinos están esperando y optarán por peregrinar en 2021.

Luego está el problema de limitar la ocupación máxima al 50% de la capacidad de la casa, norma que todavía está en vigor. Según nuestras estadísticas, esta restricción refuerza la decicsión pues no vemos factible ni rentable abrir 2020, ¡ni con una ocupación diaria completa!

Lo sentimos mucho y realmente esperamos que todos podamos regresar a España y al Camino lo antes posible. Para nosotros en Casa Licerio, eso significa el 1 de marzo de 2021.

¡Les deseamos lo mejor, esperamos verlos en 2021 y les enviamos nuestros mejores deseos de salud y bienestar a todos!

18/03/2020

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the situation of uncertainty in the transit of people through Europe and the world, and following instructions given by the Sectoral Conference held on March 16th at the Spanish Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, we have to close Casa Licerio until further notice.

We are dealing with a critical situation which is getting more complicated day by day, but despite the economic loss that small businesses like Casa Licerio are - and will be - facing, our main focus and concern is the well-being not only of our guests but all of the people.

From there, we will continue working on improving the level and quality of service given to our guests and aiming on opening our doors as soon as possible. We are of course available to answer any of your questions or concerns related to your booking and/or stay at Casa Liceiro. You may contact us on via email to [email protected] or phone/WhatsApp +34 692 02 23 23

18/03/2020

Debido al brote de COVID-19, la situación de incertidumbre en el tránsito de personas por Europa y el mundo, y siguiendo las instrucciones dadas por la Conferencia Sectorial celebrada el 16 de marzo en el Ministerio de Industria, Comercio y Turismo español, tenemos que cerrar Casa Licerio hasta nuevo aviso.

Estamos lidiando con una situación crítica que se está volviendo más complicada día a día, pero a pesar de la pérdida económica que enfrentan las pequeñas empresas como Casa Licerio, nuestro enfoque principal y nuestra preocupación es el bienestar no solo de nuestros huéspedes sino de toda la gente.

A partir de ahí, continuaremos trabajando para mejorar el nivel y la calidad del servicio brindado a nuestros huéspedes y con el objetivo de abrir nuestras puertas lo antes posible. Por supuesto, estamos disponibles para responder cualquiera de sus preguntas o inquietudes relacionadas con su reserva y / o estancia en Casa Liceiro. Puede contactarnos por correo electrónico a [email protected] o por teléfono / WhatsApp +34 692 02 23 23

18/03/2020

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the situation of uncertainty in the transit of people through Europe and the world, and following instructions given by the Sectoral Conference held on March 16th at the Spanish Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, we have to close Casa Licerio until further notice.

We are dealing with a critical situation which is getting more complicated day by day, but despite the economic loss that small businesses like Casa Licerio are - and will be - facing, our main focus and concern is the well-being not only of our guests but all of the people.

From there, we will continue working on improving the level and quality of service given to our guests and aiming on opening our doors as soon as possible. We are of course available to answer any of your questions or concerns related to your booking and/or stay at Casa Liceiro. You may contact us on via email to [email protected] or phone/WhatsApp +34 692 02 23 23

17/03/2020

I propose one thing, when we're done with this, and we'll be done sooner rather than later, let's go celebrate! But let's do it in those small shops that close today and in those hostels that are receiving cancellations every day and that are at risk of going bankrupt.
Let's take our children to the playgrounds, let's buy new shoes, a nice shirt or dress, but not on Amazon but at your neighborhood store. Let's go and fill those hostels, restaurants, terraces and bars. We have to fill the streets that today are almost empty and prevent those self-employed or small companies, whom also are our neighbors, from being killed by the coronavirus.

Moreover, if you have a friend, family member or just an acquaintance who is medical staff, it would be good to take the opportunity to invite them and thank them for all they have done to save us from this terrible virus.
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What do you think?

13/03/2020

We understand that many Albergues and hostels are closing due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Casa Licerio in Samos - on the French Camino - aims to open on April 3rd.

We will of course take all the necessary precautions in regards to extensive cleaning and disinfecting all of our facilities. 

Welcome to our home!

02/03/2020

I totally love Gothenburg city’s initiative Meet The Locals, walking around my hometown telling visitors stories about this wonderful place! So now I hope to C U Walking not only in Spain 🇪🇸 but also in Gothenburg Sweden 🇸🇪

Översikt Local Karta Vandra runt i Göteborgs centrum, upptäck lite udda fakta om vår stad och fika med Cecilia Erbjuds på Engelska, Spanska, Svenska Göteborgs centrum Hej! Följ med mig på en vandringstur med start vid Linnéplatsen, södra hörnet av vår stadspark Slottsskogen. Jag berätta...

01/03/2020

Looking forward to helping you plan your next Camino de Santiago!

2. When to walk is a tricky question! T he best time to walk or bike the Camino de Santiago is the one that best suits our own needs. ...

01/03/2020

At Casa Licerio in Samos, on the French Camino Km 128, we keep our prices as we've had them since 2018! Updated our website though 😃 https://casalicerio.wixsite.com/casalicerio

28/02/2020

Año Xacobeo - the Holy year - is around the corner! And the Galician authorities are really making a great effort to make our Camino safer for all pilgrims. Welcome to Camino Francés en Galicia 2020 and 2021.

https://cuwalkinginspain.blogspot.com/2020/02/making-camino-better-and-safer-for-our.html

The goal - Santiago de Compostela - is of course important, but the Camino itself also matters a lot. Looking forward to the Holy Year 202...

25/02/2020

More and more people are attracted to traveling and walking the Camino de Santiago with the purpose of leaving aside their usual routines....

24/02/2020

New post on our blog!
https://cuwalkinginspain.blogspot.com/2020/02/what-does-it-mean-to-be-pilgrim.html

Despite the fact that the concept of pilgrim itself has a different meaning for each and every one of us, we could start by taking a loo...

22/02/2020

21/02/2020

What does it mean to be a pilgrim?

Despite the fact that the concept of pilgrim itself has a different meaning for each and every one of us, we could start by taking a look at what the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) defines as a pilgrim.

On one hand, we find a fairly general meaning that defines the pilgrim simply as a "person who walks through foreign lands."

On the other hand, there is a more religious definition with a historical focus on what a pilgrim has been defined as: that person who "by devotion or by vow goes to visit a sanctuary". So originally and from a Christian perspective, pilgrims are all those who go to a holy place, be it Santiago de Compostela, Jerusalem, Rome or any other sacred destination in the world, to pay their respects, atone for their sins or ask for blessings. In the case of the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrim would make the Camino with the objective of arriving at the Cathedral and kneeling before the tomb of Saint James the Apostle.

Over time, this religious approach has dissipated a bit and the definition of what a pilgrim is has become broader, more global. As of today, the meaning of a pilgrimage goes beyond faith and spirituality. More and more pilgrims travel to holy places in search of experiences such as the intrinsic adventure of the pilgrimage itself, with the intent of overcoming their own physical and psychological limits.

To us, a pilgrim is a person who walks a pilgrimage route in search of a personal objective. This objective is not necessarily religious. It can be just to have an adventure different from others, or to disconnect from the overwhelming daily life, to learn about the simplicity and wonders of walking surrounded by breathtaking nature, experiencing a different culture and maybe even enjoying a nice company, seeking to enjoy the walk, the historical and artistic heritage of the place they visit and much more.

20/02/2020

What does is mean to be a Pilgrim?

Despite the fact that the concept of pilgrim itself has a different meaning for each and every one of us, we could start by taking a look at what the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) defines as a pilgrim.

On one hand, we find a fairly general meaning that defines the pilgrim simply as a "person who walks through foreign lands."

On the other hand, there is a more religious definition with a historical focus on what a pilgrim has been defined as: that person who "by devotion or by vow goes to visit a sanctuary".

So originally and from a Christian perspective, pilgrims are all those who go to a holy place, be it Santiago de Compostela, Jerusalem, Rome or any other sacred destination in the world, to pay their respects, atone for their sins or ask for blessings. In the case of the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrim would make the Camino with the objective of arriving at the Cathedral and kneeling before the tomb of Saint James the Apostle.

Over time, this religious approach has dissipated a bit and the definition of what a pilgrim is has become broader, more global. As of today, the meaning of a pilgrimage goes beyond faith and spirituality. More and more pilgrims travel to holy places in search of experiences such as the intrinsic adventure of the pilgrimage itself, with the intent of overcoming their own physical and psychological limits.

To us, a pilgrim is a person who makes a pilgrimage route in search of a personal objective. This objective is not necessarily religious. It can be just to have an adventure different from others, or to disconnect from the overwhelming daily life, to learn about the simplicity and wonders of walking surrounded by breathtaking nature, experiencing a different culture and maybe even enjoying an nice company, seeking to enjoy the walk, the historical and artistic heritage of the place they visit and much more.

18/02/2020

What is Cee YoU Walking in Spain? Hi! We are Cecilia and Urban - C & U - and we are here to help you plan your once-in-a-lifetime...

17/02/2020

Cee & YoU Walking in Spain!

Hi!

We are Cecilia and Urban - Cee & U - and we are here to help you plan your once-in-a-lifetime travel and walk through the gorgeous landscapes of Northern Spain on the Camino de Santiago Francés.

But why do you need US you'd think.... well, there are quite many things to take into account when planning your trip, and it can be both complicated and really time-consuming. Some things can be somewhat overwhelming for you to handle on your own. Especially if you don't speak Spanish! Some of the most common questions to deal with are e.g.
How do you start organizing your Camino de Santiago?
Are you doing the whole Camino or just some stages?
Where do you want to start?
When do you want to do it?
How many weeks can you dedicate to this?
What is the best time of the year to do it?
How will you get to your starting point?
How many hours/km can you walk a day?
On foot, by bike, with your pet, on horseback. How do you prefer to experience your Camino?
How much/what type of luggage will you have with you?
Are you carrying it through the Camino or do you want it sent to your destination of the day?
What type of accommodation is best for you?
Do you want to book in advance or maybe not?
What do you need to do before starting? While you walk? By the end?

Having spent some years now living in Spain and managing a B&B on the Camino Francés, we are familiarized with most of the troubles you could face. And we have helped a number of customers, family members, friends, and acquaintances minimize possible headaches, making their experience one of the best to remember for life! Being fluent in 3 languages (Swedish - Spanish - English) really does help! Knowing the area as locals is also a great advantage.

All of our knowledge, expertise and engagement we want to put to your service. We are here to save you time, money and most of all, disappointment and trouble through your journey.

So we are really looking forward to Cee YoU Walking in Spain!
Buen Camino!

16/02/2020

A video that gives a great overview of the experience of the Camino de Santiago and the many places along the way. Beautifully shot this is well worth watching. Produced by Xacobeo Galicia, an association for the promotion of the Caminos to Galicia.

16/02/2020