I think that most pilgrims will tell you that people make the Camino Experience what it is. Regardless of the Camino route, the hiking will be great and the passage through time and history fascinating. The antiquity of this part of the world is quickly realized the first time one walks across a Roman bridge or enters a church dating from the Middle Ages. But, the people one meets along The Way leave the most enduring memories of this journey across this countryside. As we are about to end this trek, Santiago is now only a few kilometers away, we enjoy a last bit of refreshment with a Dutch and German friend who we've known most of the way since leaving Porto. People come and go from your Camino family, but after any number of days walking, one is bound to meet up with someone you've met earlier in your travels. One only walks alone if that is what you want to do. Otherwise, friendships seem to blossom without a great deal of effort and become an endearing part of most people's Camino.
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