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  1. jefferyonthecamino

    New Pilgrim Credential / Passport

    There are some minor (and good) changes in the new Pilgrim Credential. 1. The credential now includes a QR code to scan, which will take you to the Registration webpage. Very handy, as you are now a click/scan away. 2. It's eliminated 'Passport Number' and 'Address' (thank God), I have had...
  2. jefferyonthecamino

    Pork in Spain

    we eat a lot of pork in Spain. a lot. if it's cured (ham, chorizo, etc.), no problemos, it's meant to be eaten 'raw'. if it's not cured (chops, sirloin, ribs, chorizo, etc.), then it's cooked, usually well, but not always, such as with the sirloin. this will depend on your comfort level with...
  3. jefferyonthecamino

    Accommodations near Madrid airport?

    like any big city, madrid will not have cheap accommodations. expect to pay at least +30 euros for an overnight, shared dorm. San Sebastian may be worse.
  4. jefferyonthecamino

    Few questions - advice

    credit cards... yes and no. some bars and supermarkets may refuse it for small amounts (eg. under 10 euros). always good to have at least 100 euos cash imo. there are atms in all the larger villages/towns. the municipal albergue in oviedo is fine, maybe your best option.
  5. jefferyonthecamino

    Is tap water safe to drink in Portugal?

    tap water yes, fountains maybe
  6. jefferyonthecamino

    Where to go with 2 extra days, near Santiago.

    A Coruña merits at least an overnight, and easy to get to.
  7. jefferyonthecamino

    San Anton albergue (Castrojeriz) closes till further notice

    that's too bad, i was there roughly a week ago and the albergue and the ruins were open.
  8. jefferyonthecamino

    Compostela

    The church does not, the Pimgrim's Office does, when you request it. To request you must register first https://oficinadelperegrino.com/en/sigle-register/ online it's easy, but there is a procedure
  9. jefferyonthecamino

    Iberia, by James Michener, a worthy read before, during, or after a camino

    I have recommended the last chapter many times to fellow pilgrims. it literally is a description of the Camino de Santiago.
  10. jefferyonthecamino

    Best way from Hondarribia to Santuario Guadeloupe?

    yep, down the street, through the medieval gate and follow the arrows
  11. jefferyonthecamino

    Taxi? Can they find us in the middle of nowhere?

    yep, all you need is a bar with a name or at least a reference (eg. church) in a village. you will also need a taxi number to call...
  12. jefferyonthecamino

    Ponferrada to Villafranca

    mostly asphalt (small roads) until you get to Cacabelos. gets really pretty ten.
  13. jefferyonthecamino

    Best way from Hondarribia to Santuario Guadeloupe?

    there is only one way, follow the arrows past the church out of town and up the hill. it's steep, but doable. hard part is pushing on once you get there!
  14. jefferyonthecamino

    Bruma - Ingles all full.

    i do not think Santiago expects you to rough it under a tree, go for it!
  15. jefferyonthecamino

    Credentials “stamps”

    make sure you stamp at your next albergue/hostel, compulsory are the last 100 km, so for sure you'll have better luck tomorrow and rthe next days. no stamps, no Compostela. albergues should be ok with a stamp from the previous nught as long as it is a walkable distance.
  16. jefferyonthecamino

    Where to stay from Tui to Pontevedra

    Arcade/Pontesampaio can be nice, beach nearby, some nice eateries, small and quiet.
  17. jefferyonthecamino

    Where to go after O Porrino?

    definitely Pontevedra. the town itself will keep you entertained for a day or two and there are places to visit nearby.
  18. jefferyonthecamino

    Camino Ingles in May

    in may you will (most likely) always see a pilgrim around, either ahead of you or behind you. albergues may even be full. that said, you will also feel a significant difference in the number of pilgrims. reassurance is hard to provide as everyone, and perhaps more so, women, have different...
  19. jefferyonthecamino

    Feast Day Mass

    my understanding is that the general public is allowed to attend the High Mass on the 25th. However, as there will be a gazillion dignitaries, usually the King and his entourage, definitely the President of Galicia and the Mayor, and their entourages, and etc etc. you may have to stand in line...
  20. jefferyonthecamino

    Pilgrimage or vacation?

    if a Camino is walked within one's vacation days of their paid work, it may indeed be a vacation (and a pilgrimage).

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