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  1. Gringazolana

    Albergue Peregrinos Ribadiso

    If things seem busy when you are starting your walk, there is a private albergue or pensión right across the street *that has a pool*!! And another one, I think it’s “Los Caminantes” about 100-200m (I’m trying to think in metric, don’t quote me on this!) that is also private with friendly staff...
  2. Gringazolana

    14 June 2024: Luggage transfer and getting from SdeC to Sarria

    Wherever you stay in Sarria will have envelopes that you fill out, put the money inside, and attach to the bag. The hostel or hotel will have all the information for you, don’t worry! Your bag must be in the lobby by 8:00 in the morning. I was worried about this last year, but it is very easy. I...
  3. Gringazolana

    Paulo Coelho's "The Pilgrimage" to be made into a Netflix movie

    I really enjoyed the Alquimist. But I found The Pilgrim just “weird”. And I’m saying this as a former student of Latin American realismo mágico… Like was the sword really that important? Perhaps some of those newly-legal ~special~ candies would help one really get into it? I didn’t like the...
  4. Gringazolana

    The curious trapdoors in the roofs of the houses on Vilar and Rúa Nova in Santiago

    Sounds like the old time version of peeking through the blinds to make sure whichever neighbor you are gossiping about doesn’t happen to be standing in earshot!
  5. Gringazolana

    Coffee

    #TeamCoil4Ever you gotta do what you gotta do. Some of us need caffeine in order to get up and go find some caffeine! (Also useful for instant oatmeal, couscous, etc.)
  6. Gringazolana

    Recent Smelly Pilgrim Test

    The company referenced above is called “Wool&” or “Wooland” and they give you a $30 gift certificate if you wear one of their dresses for 30 days straight, or $100 if you make it 100 days. Of course you can wash it as many times as you like. I became a merino wool convert! Their men’s line is...
  7. Gringazolana

    Which month has flowers blooming in the Camino? Is April Rainy?

    Red poppies galore in early May last year and Galicia is full of fragrant yellow toxo bushes in mid and late May, fields of wildflowers too!
  8. Gringazolana

    Plastic Storage Bins in Santiago???

    I used a large laundry bag that folds up pretty small.
  9. Gringazolana

    Any tips from fellow sufferers from vein problems?

    Compression stockings are my best friend and constant companion for the last couple decades (multiple vein surgeries in both legs). They are available in different strengths and usually require a prescription, unless you get them online (maybe Amazon?). You can get them with open toe or closed...
  10. Gringazolana

    Re: Galego and Spanish on the Camino Frances

    I spoke my Latin American Spanish with everyone in Galicia, and surprised the heck out of two shop clerks and some old dudes in a bar when I joined in their galego conversations using my rusty Brasilian Portuguese. Almost everybody who works with tourists speaks English too. You will be fine!
  11. Gringazolana

    standard of living/quality of life in Spain

    I fell in love with Spain and Spanish culture for all the reasons y’all mention above. I’m from the US but have traveled and lived in several Latin American countries. I guess I was expecting Spain to be similar, but was surprised at how different I found it. I felt much safer in Spain! My son...
  12. Gringazolana

    Sundays and public holidays

    It’s never a bad idea to have snacks! If you are hungry for dinner before 7 or 8pm, you might be out of luck in most places. The dry bag strapped to my pack always contained a fresh bread and cheese, plus little packets of condiments. And a banana. And nuts. Buen Camino!
  13. Gringazolana

    Best Salad in Pamplona

    I am not a fan of salads, but if you like vegetables please check out Sarasate vegetarian restaurant. The food is amazing and the proprietor is very nice. Even carnivores love the food there!
  14. Gringazolana

    Packing List Final Review. Starting in a week! :)

    Adding to the chorus for at least a sleeping bag liner. I stayed in private rooms in albergues that provide bedding but some places looked kinda sketchy so I slept in my liner on top. They are lightweight and don’t take up a lot of room, so worth it!
  15. Gringazolana

    CPAP users: how do you bring your machine with you?

    I traveled with my full-size ResMed (I think it’s series 11?), with water tank and hose and mask and cable and and and… over 6 pounds total. I put it all (except the mask, because it didn’t fit) in a soft side camera case, then packed it in my small hard-side carryon suitcase. I wrote FRÁGIL...
  16. Gringazolana

    What about “té con leche”?😀

    Here’s my suggestion to you: in the mornings, ask for “vino tinto” 🤣
  17. Gringazolana

    Finding Travel Companion

    Also check out the Camigas Facebook group.
  18. Gringazolana

    Death of American pilgrim in Castromaior today

    So sorry for your loss. May your husband’s memory always be a blessing 🙏💐
  19. Gringazolana

    The Camino for LGBTQ

    Dear Xosé, I am not a member of the LGBTQ community, but I am a queer ally. I met a lot of people walking the Camino last year, but one couple that made an impression on me was a pareja of two women. They walked holding hands and singing. Their joy was contagious! They were openly affectionate...
  20. Gringazolana

    Need help deciding to bring or not to bring

    I am Team Sarong! Last year I used mine as: a towel, headwrap, instant skirt, shawl, scarf, pillow cover, mattress cover, and one time as an extra layer inside my sleeping bag liner.

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