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I also use WhatsApp but when landing in Madrid I just stop in to the phone store at the airport and get a sim which they set up for me, simple and inexpensive. I’ve used esim in the past and simply prefer a physical sim. Either way enjoy your Camino!!
I walked the Primitivo late Sept 2021 and it was my first Camino. I was 66 at the time and in reasonable shape. It is difficult at times but certainly vey doable for most people I think. Like others have said, start out easy and just take it as it comes, you will be fine. Buen Camino
I walked the Primitivo, my first, starting middle of September 2021. I found a great mix of times with and without people. I did meet up with a trio after the first week and we walked the rest of the days together. The wonderful part was that although we walked to and stayed in the same...
I walked the Primitivo last year at about the same time and other than I few showers it was quite pleasant. I’m 66 and in decent shape and although harder some days than others It should be very doable for you. I will give you one “must stay” place along the way if you can make it. On the...
I walked the Primitivo last September and I was absolutely amazed at the reliable service all along the route. The only place that I had a problem was at a small hotel I stayed in Berducedo, no service in my room. No big deal. In fairness I did use an Orange SIM card that I got in the airport...
Please do not worry about the forecast, it will be whatever it is. I walked the Primitivo last year and even in the rain it was an awesome experience. Your pack weight seems to be just fine. I picked up an Orange SIM card at The airport in Madrid and it worked just fine for posting my...
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