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    Scam?

    He probably had a need for alchohol or drugs. You helped him go deeper into his problems. But feel good, you helped him.
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    Massachusetts Pilgrims

    John, I am from central Ct. I walked in May June 2012. Alan from Connecticut
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    Camino Names?

    Hello from "Alan from Connecticut" That name worked for me..
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    How Dangerous are the Pyrenees?

    How dangerous are the Pyrenees? Well....in between the third and fourth caw pastures..near the goat herd...there is a ram that has a particularly large chip on its shoulder. It has been known to trash talk and request lunch money. Alan Class of 2012
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    did you need medical care on and after the camino

    I had a cap on a tooth fall out at Santo Domingo de la Calzada. I walked to Belorado where, with some assistance from locals, I found a dentista. She fixed me up and got me back on the road.
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    USD Money Exchange

    I agree. ATM's for the most part are the "wholesale" rate for everyone. . It sounds like the banking industry has people believing there is a wholesale rate. How better to convince individuals they are better off using the banks and getting really good rates. Some people like paying for...
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    USD Money Exchange

    Please please look at the transaction before you think that AE is giving you a good deal. They may charge no fees but what is the exchange rate? You should be getting around $1.22 - $1.24 depending upon the day. Is that what AE is giving you?
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    Chase Bank/Euros in USA

    Given that the current exchange rate is closer to $1.23, I think you are paying about a 9% fee for your exchange. The ATM will give you Euros for something closer to $1.23 I don't see how this is a less expensive choice.
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    USD Money Exchange

    Look at the "ATM in Spain" topic.... el-camino-frances/topic14876.html There is more on the topic there...
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    ATM in Spain

    My VISA ATM card was a local bank with Intralink and Plus. It worked at all that I tried in France and Spain. Make sure your PIN fits the Euro protocol which is 4 digits I believe. You should check that to make sure you avoid a problem. There are ATM's as soon as you land in France or Spain...
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    Disappointment at Ponferada mega albergue

    " How many of the cheapskates really cannot afford something more? The humility of the pilgrim is a beautiful concept, but I think it is fading into mythology." i think the humility of the perrigrino has also gone the same way of avoiding name calling. Buen Camino y buenos dias Alan
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    Buses and bed bugs

    Hello all, I finished my Camino in June 2012 and it is an experience that cannot be duplicated anywhere else. I am so happy to have found Rick Steves travel segment on northern Spain. For those interested in the Camino he gives 10 minute summary of the journey. When I finished my Camino, I...
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    Disappointment at Ponferada mega albergue

    More than Disappointment at Ponferada mega albergue This is my first post since completing my Camino in June 2012. I felt compelled to respond. Right after my night there, I dubbed the Ponferrada albergue "the albergue from hell". Before anyone criticises, please read. The situation was...
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    salomon xa pro 3d mid gtx

    Hello, I am getting ready to buy a pair of Salomon xa pro 3d mid gtx. Does anyone have experience with them, or comments? all are welcome. Buen Camino Alan
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    Internet cafes

    Is there a recent list of internet cafes on the Camino Frances? I have read that they are disappearing... Buen Camino Alan
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