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Phones in Spain

The question was: My girlfriend and I are planning to do the Camino in April and are thinking that at some point we may spend time walking alone. What I would like to know is if anyone knows if we

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What about Cell phones – SIM with data service on the Camino de Santiago?

The question was: We took unlocked cellphones to Spain a couple years ago. No trouble getting cheap SIM cards (Orange) and they were used in both Spain and France largely to reserve ahead for Gites in France. I would have

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TIP: Techno Geek’s Guide to the Camino

Not really a question, but an interesting writup by one of our forum members: Or How to stay connected when you don’t want to be… Much of this Forum’s questions are related to various technology issues that pilgrims want to

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Is it easy to find SIM cards with data service on the Camino de Santiago?

The question was: We took unlocked cellphones to Spain a couple years ago. No trouble getting cheap SIM cards (Orange) and they were used in both Spain and France largely to reserve ahead for Gites in France. I would have

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Do I need a cellphone on my Camino de Santiago?

The question was: I’m considering whether to bring my iphone on the Frances route this April. I’d like not to. To the extent I need to communicate with home, I can do it from villages along the way at internet

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Which pre-paid sim card has the best coverage at a reasonable rate?

The question was: Which pre-paid sim card has the best coverage and provides 3G and or cellular data at a reasonable rate? Read the good advice on SIM cards for the Camino de Santiago.

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How can I get a Spanish SIM (Spanish phone number) for my Camino de Santiago?

The question was: Can someone walk me through where I need to go, what I need to ask for, to get a telephone in Pamplona that will give me service for about 3 months? Read the good advice on getting

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The BIC Mobile comes to Spain

You have heard of the BIC pen, right? A cheap use once and then throw away pen. Well, now here is the BIC mobile. Orange in Spain has announced that they will be selling this phone in Spain starting July.

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