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  1. celined

    is it crowded NOW? (accomodation bookings)

    Hi everyone! Questions for those who are currently on the Puy Route. I have been told that bookings were necessary on that route. I'd like to go for 1 or two weeks starting from Le Puy in 3 days 5 I don't live very far) but I am reluctant to book anything ahead. I have done the camino frances...
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    What is the one Albergue that you would say not to miss

    Hi! I had a great time in most albergues but my favourite ones are : Fonfria; lovely people Lola and Miguel are super kind, drying our soaked shoes with a hot tube, sending me the purse that I left behind, showing some Galician dance...the albergue and the restaurant are traditional buildings...
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    Reality check

    Thanks for your post Russell. I am lucky as I live in france now so it is easy and cheap to go to Spain. Thanks for your good wishes! Buen camino! Celine
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    Reality check

    Thanks Simeon for sharing your experience and your wise words! I have not been on long walks but I jog long distances which has got a similar positive effect on me. For sure I will go back on the trail! Take care, Celine
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    Reality check

    Thanks Al for posting! It is interesting to hear that your friends have noticed a change. I believe you are right, this is only a beginning and each journey can help out finding serenity. :-)
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    Reality check

    Thanks all for your contributions! I feel on the Camino again, being surrounded by caring and kind people!:) Lizlane I am so sorry to hear about your hardships and I hope that bit by bit things will change for the better. I am very lucky as I can stay at my parents', which helps tremendously. '...
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    Reality check

    Sorry if this is a common and redundant topic, but here you go. I was lucky enough to be able to walk the Camino Frances from SJPP to Finisterre and Muxcia last month. I feel so grateful for the whole experience. I was expecting to feel some difficulty going back home. I know that I have to...
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    Sore ankle

    Thanks everyone for your all your advice:) and I apologise for my late answer! I had an infection, severe cellulitis and I had to take antibiotics for some time. But after that it was like a walk in the park! ;) For those who are still on the trail, enjoy it, it is hard going back home!
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    Sore ankle

    Hi everyone, It has been 2 weeks that I am on the camino Frances. The front of one of my ankle hurts a bit especially when I start walking. I am aware that it could be linked with dehydration. When it rains I don't drink much. I believe it is a common problem, I have met people with the same...
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    phone simcard in Roncesvalles?

    cheers, well at least I know!! :) If I use a new simcard it won't change any apps on my iphone? It is not linked, is it? I have downloaded some audiobooks I would like to keep. Just checking.
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    phone simcard in Roncesvalles?

    Hi everyone, Do you know if it is possible to buy a phone simcard and prepaid card for calling abroad in Roncesvalles? I has a misunderstanding with my phone provider three and they shut my account so I have a phone with no service. Hopefully it will be unlocked soon enough. I can rely on...
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    feedback on your favourite albergues

    Muchas gracias!! :)
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    feedback on your favourite albergues

    Hi everyone! I have read on this forum a great post about your favourite albergues. However I can't find it anymore! I know I am shortsighted.. Buen camino! Céline
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    See you soon

    Thank you!:) Hopefully everything will go well despite my lack of physical preparation! Céline
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    See you soon

    Hi everyone, First all many thanks for the forum and your contributions. I have learnt loads and paid close attention to your suggestions about how to prevent and heal blisters. I did not know I would be that interested in that matter few months ago!i am starting at SJPP on sept 17th and hope to...
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