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    Bedbugs on Sarria-Santiago this year?

    Sorry lads. I ve been 3 times on the camino and have never experienced any thing of the sort. I do carry my own pillow case and use a light single sheet ferrino bivy which is breatable but of the slippery kind of material which probably stops any insects from penetrating tbe material. I do try...
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    Which is the most scenic route?

    @dogstobill. Since you are on the French Pyrenees you can look up for Gites not Alberges. The route you are due to follow is refered to GR65 (Grand Randonnes).. The way markings are not yellow arrows but instead follow blue/yellow markings. Buen camino
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    Camino with children!

    On average it takes 28 to 33 days from sjdp. Do not plan your route on mileage but on the ability of your weakest member of the group. When weak avoid staying in the same alberge for more then one night instead move on to the next available Alberge even if its just 6 kms away. Use public...
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    Camino with children!

    Budget wise. The least should be around e30 per p erson per day. Menu peregrino for dinner is around e10. E15 for accommodation and a packed lunch usually consists of sausages cheese and bread. Breakfast e5. Of course you can go on a cheaper budget
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    Camino with children!

    A group of six may be too big to find enough beds in the small alberge. Besides a light sleeping bag 600g best if you ll take with you sleeping mats otherwise you ll be asked to move on to the next alberge.
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    Preparing for April 2014 Camino de Madrid

    If you re in monserrat make sure to visit Collbatto. There is a tourist office there. Get a map of the place and explore the mountain trails. Its a uniqie experience. Take care
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    How to train for the Camino?

    @ Nicoz I totally agree: its definitely not a race. I am somewhat perplexed by the way pilgrims endure their pain. I think it somewhat related to penance. This is totally insane. On my last Camino I came across a discussion and one Canadian exclaimed "after all we are not here to hurt...
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    How to train for the Camino?

    Walking on the camino needs alot of preparation. Back home problems never seem to crop up but then all breaks loose on the camino. One year its the knees then lower back....the Camino is a reflection of my walk-of-life... it all has to do finding the right balance. Ask questions: why did I get...
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    Your Favourite Photos

    One of my favourites
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    Men in their underwear?

    Pilgrims come from different walks of life. This issue was clearly depicted in the Way when one asian chap was hanging his clothes. I have experienced both men and ladies who did run loose in their underwear so I suppose this is normal to them back home. So I eventually got used to it on the camino.
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    Footwear

    Light trainers should be fine. Good quality should last 300 to 500 hours. Invest in a pair of sealskin socks very effective when wet. I would still prefer a lightweight boots with ankle support.
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    Which is the most scenic route?

    Camino del norte is very nice. Harder coz its more mountainous but worth going.

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