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  1. TheRealPixie

    Too hot in August?

    Ah here is one of the articles I read, quote: "Indeed, a study by dermatologists at Emory University in Atlanta found that standard rain umbrellas can block at least 77 percent of UV light [Source: JAMA Dermatology]. Black ones did the job especially well, blocking about 90 percent of UV rays...
  2. TheRealPixie

    LIVE from the Camino Accommodation shortage on the Norte

    Book online vs. ? Showing up at the P or M albergues? Or actually reaching out by phone? (I've heard a lot of different things, so want to clarify.)
  3. TheRealPixie

    Too hot in August?

    I did a little bit of research. I found an article about sun umbrella vs. regular widely available rain umbrella. The article talked about sun protection and coolness. They are about comparable. I don't remember where I saw this. Just that the research was done in Australia. My plan is to just...
  4. TheRealPixie

    A call for regulation or permit on the Francés

    Hmm. yes and no. Maybe the local folks would like it as it would mean a quieter walk? In my city, we have permitted parking by neighborhood. It's wonderful in areas that are crowded, has time limited or pay parking. The sticker gives an exemption for residents (a sticker on the car or a card to...
  5. TheRealPixie

    Medical Centre Palas de Rei

    So if it were me, I would show them proof of my travel insurance?
  6. TheRealPixie

    Medical Centre Palas de Rei

    This surprises me. I had thought (in the US at least) that "cash" is preferred. I've done medical billing. Billing insurance is a pain and payment can be randomly denied and even when all goes well, it isn't actually paid for months. Being paid at time of service with cash is easiest. I believe...
  7. TheRealPixie

    Not quite Camino footwear...

    I probably spent that much on shoes last year... (I like shoes) But a well fitting smart looking shoe that lasts mostly forever sounds like a fantastic investment.
  8. TheRealPixie

    Atapuerca excavation: visitor info?

    Has anyone recently visited the sites? I am thinking of staying at Atapuerca. It looks like from this link I can get a tour of the sites from the town center. https://www.museoevolucionhumana.com/en/atapuerca-visit
  9. TheRealPixie

    Be careful with phones.

    Fair enough. But you still, I assume, carry money and ID. I think mainly this thread is about valuables in general and preventing their theft.
  10. TheRealPixie

    Corkscrew do I take one with me?

    I love that my fellow wine appreciators have such wonderful senses of humor. :D
  11. TheRealPixie

    How to get the soap residue out of socks

    I use a shampoo/conditioner combo product to wash my woolens. Because you are right! Wool is hair.
  12. TheRealPixie

    The Pilgrim’s Guide to Etiquette

    You aren't wrong. Those of us in the state are just bitter that we can't just say "Washington" :D
  13. TheRealPixie

    The Pilgrim’s Guide to Etiquette

    God forbid you say "Washington." Folks assume D.C. (Which irks me to no end.) Even when I lived in Everett and Mountlake Terrance I told folks when traveling I was from Seattle. (Which I do live IN Seattle now.) It's funny to run into folks. "Where do you live?" "Seattle." "Me too! Where?"...
  14. TheRealPixie

    Casa Rural Parada de Francos. Getting some bad vibes from this place

    It's interesting because some people loved it there. It looks like all the severe reviews are recent. It looks like a cute place. Pity.
  15. TheRealPixie

    Corkscrew do I take one with me?

    It is if you can't get it out of the bottle.
  16. TheRealPixie

    How to get the soap residue out of socks

    As a knitter. This is the recommended way of drying wool garments. Water pressed out in a clean towel and then lain flat to dry. It is generally a no-go. But if your instructions say it's ok, it's ok. It's possible the wool used in your sweater is "super wash" wool in which the wool/yarn fibers...
  17. TheRealPixie

    Corkscrew do I take one with me?

    And stemless are not ideal for white wines. Hand heat, bad for the white wines. :D I am fine with them for reds. It's only 13:00 here right now and I am craving a wine.
  18. TheRealPixie

    Corkscrew do I take one with me?

    A hem! Wine IS important.
  19. TheRealPixie

    Corkscrew do I take one with me?

    Oh! I did not know this was ok! https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/corkscrews-no-blade Could I assume other security agencies would allow? I am flying a small Dutch airline from Paris to Biarritz/Bayonne. I suppose I wouldn't cry if it were confiscated. But it's...
  20. TheRealPixie

    A sensitive question - Availability of laxatives

    I can relate. I have a problematic digestive system as well. Different problems. But for instance the only way my acid reflux can stay in check is to have some vinegar in water every evening. So I'll be toting a bottle of that everywhere. Yay me. I guess the good news is vinegar is widely...

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