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I don't think there are areas (on the Francés) that have a particularly high risk for being struck by lightning.
I am very afraid of thunderstorms. So I totally understand the question.
But the good thing about the Camino is, that it leads...
I thought the film first and foremost was made for entertainment. It was not meant to be a documentary of "real" people. I personally enjoyed the characters as they were portrayed and thoroughly enjoyed the film. I actually preferred it to a...
Try outdoor activity - fishing shirts. Colombia make a line of long sleeve, high SPF / UVA protection outdoor activity shirts. The sleeves roll up and fasten with a tab.
I usually wear one as an outer cover over a t-shirt or polo on the plane...
By the way @Roma247 , one thing nobody's yet mentioned - I'm surprised! - is also adding a lightweight hands-free sun umbrella. Yes I know it's not long sleeved clothing but in addition to the above you may well find it beneficial. As I'm a...
I’ve done Porto to Santiago twice, in late March and in a warmer early September. Both were mostly sunny and September was unusually warm. I opted for long sleeves and pants for sun and bug protection, in tandem with a floppy hat and had no...
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