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    Sim Cards

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    Sim Cards

    Ok Thanks everyone--simply an unlocked iphone 6--the packets sold at the tabac were sealed and seemed to be what the locals were using, I have used sim cards purchased in many countries and had no problem--but usually at the actual orange, voda phone etc outlets--just curious why the card all...
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    Sim Cards

    Its been a long time since I've been on the site and I can't find exactly where I should be asking this question. Could someone tell me why the sim cards I purchased at the corner café in Paris would not work in my iphone. I did wind up going to the Orange store and had success there but it...
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    Following the gleam once again

    Hello Margaret. I've just tuned into the forum for the first time in months and I see you are off again on another marvellous adventure. You were a great help and comfort to me as I planned my first camino last year. I'll never forget your kindness. I'm wishing you great joy on your journey...
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    Historical numbers of pilgrims

    I was wondering if anyone could direct me to a site/post that would have some numbers from the earlier years--numbers of pilgrims through the middle ages. I have read some comparisons that pilgrims receiving their compostelas now are close to the numbers of the middle ages...is this possible...
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    Photos of Macabi Skirts in the Field

    I just got my notice from the company--Macabi skirts are having their Xmas sale!!! happy happy joy joy :):):):) 20 % off http://www.macabiskirt.com/shop/skirts/macabi-skirt
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    Macabi skirt - I'm taking the plunge

    I have worn my macabi everyday except the day I washed it. I too had to buy a toggle for it as I lost enough weight it was falling down. Best investment I ever made and even though I was asked numerous personal questions, am I in a cult, am I a Mormon?!?, do you like hiking in a skirt (like it...
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    Top or bottom bunk...and why?

    As I am now two days from Santiago I have to say that when I originally posted this question it was a little tongue in cheek, and a little diversion from the butterflies I had before I left. But I have to say that apart from once or twice when I was physically unable to climb into the top bunk...
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    Advice on mobile phones

    Not with US company. Canada. Good old Sasktel. I took my SIM card out in Canada and am just using the phone as an iPod/iPad. I think it will stop me from using my phone too much by forcing me to wait for a wifi hotspot. Of course if I really need it I guess I'm hooped. Will try to hold out till...
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    Advice on mobile phones

    I'm in Paris right now enroute to SJPdP and I have an unlocked iphone. I just popped my SIM card out to eliminate any extra charges and have been using it with free wifi like an iPad. It works great. If wifi is good in Spain I may not need to even buy a card but will play it by ear. I get text...
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    Top or bottom bunk...and why?

    Who would have thunk that an innocuous little thread about bunk beds would raise the hair and ire of pilgrims?!? I have enjoyed immensely the diversion and enlightenment of this thread--there is of course no right and wrong answer, only pilgrims thoughts and experiences, many funny :) I would...
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    Top or bottom bunk...and why?

    Thank you William. I only started this thread to keep my mind off the fact that I am leaving next Monday for Paris and am a bundle of nerves. I'm finding it so interesting and calming. Thanks everyone for contributing :-)
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    SJPDP to Roncesvalles - time lapse video

    The creator of the video called it a hyperlapse (?) it's called Crossing the Pyrenees and is on utube--fantastic video!
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    Top or bottom bunk...and why?

    I have one week to go before I leave for Paris and am a bundle of nerves--I need something to channel my thoughts away from the actual travel days to when I can just put my pack on and start walking...so something twigged when I was reading the Macabi skirt thread--someone CHOSE the top...
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    Macabi skirt - I'm taking the plunge

    I have the charcoal one and I LOVE it. I'm only sorry I didn't go for the raspberry wine one as I'm a sucker for happy colors. I was afraid of dirt on it. I do chores in my skirt every now and then and the dirt from baby goat hooves just brushes off. I also work in the garden in it and nothing...
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