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That’s broadly still in the right ballpark re fees. For a UK debit card holder (me) most of the mains banks seem to be at €7 Euros. Sabadell seems to have increased though still one of the cheapest and when I last used DB they seem to be asking...
I think it depends a bit. You may lock your door every time you leave the house, but some of us live in places where that is not necessary. Having said that, I wouldn't go away overnight and leave my door open.
I have had that attempted on me a couple of times, most recently in Buenos Aires. It’s boomtime for the thieves there as due to the currency situ, tourists are entering the country with wads of USD or withdrawing loads of cash in one hit from...
Agreed! Protecting your valuables should in no way colour your Camino. Looking after things isn’t saying you don’t trust others! It’s just sensible. Presumably when you go on Camino you shut and lock your front door. You are not saying you...
As per my post #16, I do not fret or worry, because all valuables are with me all the time...no big deal and I am not frightened of thieves in albergues, so it my Caminos are not colored.
Not sure if this was mentioned above---it should be noted Roncesvalles (or at least the first 2-3 days) can be prime ground for pickpocket/thieves working either in pairs or small groups. Most pilgrims are wide-eyed and excited, their guard is...
I know and agree! I was referring to a couple of posts that sounded to me as though there should be little concern to be vigilant with protecting our valuables.
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