Yes – we are staying in the lap of luxury! Reputed to be the oldest hotel in the world – the Parador Hostal Dos Reis Católicos – standing right next to the Cathedral – dates back to 1499 and housed Pilgrims.
It is raining! We love the rain. However, not the perfect weather for several of our friends who arrived today.
The noon Peregrino mass was a bit of a bust for us. We arrived 15 minutes early to find the Cathedral bursting at the seams. Every seat taken. Tons of Pilgrims. Unfortunately, the red, yellow, blue, purple and green tourists groups were also there – snapping photos (it was announced in several languages that cameras were strictly prohibited). It took away from any magic we thought we might find. Their itineraries must have read “don’t miss the Pilgrim’s mass at noon”.
We stood for 30 minutes – feet aching – looked at each other and bolted.
We didn’t feel “the love” – got what we needed on the Way.
Enjoying good food, wine, gin & tonics, Cuarenta y Tres, Drambuie (there’s a theme happening here) and the down time!
You both are so amazing! What an accomplishment. We are so proud of you and have enjoyed your trip every mile of the way with no body aches on our side – HA!
Love to you both!!!!!!!!!!!
That’s the way to do it – no pain. My feet are sore!!!
Enjoy, savor, relax, have an incredible stay. What an adventure! Hey – do you have clothes to wear for dinner? What about Bill’s flip flops (my fav)? xo
Goes to show it is not the destination, it is the journey
That is for sure!
Well-earned!
Wowee – what a journey, thanks for sharing…Enjoy the down time 🙂
Thanks Teri!
Savor, enjoy and rebound for the next adventure.
We love you both
M&M