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    Pros and cons early April central from Porto

    It's a wonderful time of the year to walk from Porto.......highly recommend! Did it last year.
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    Urban myths about boots and backs— are there others?

    One pole is helpful for balance when walking down tricky/rock paths.
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    Food Poisoning in Carrion de los Condes.

    There was a flu going around at that time. Both my friend and I (and room mates and many others) had a 24 hour flu. It pays to be careful about what you eat and drink. Not everyone has been reading these postings for a while, so I do think it is fair to warn people. Fore warned is fore...
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    Extra sheet for bed bug prevention

    Perhaps spraying the mattress and surrounding area with citronella might help?
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    Extra sheet for bed bug prevention

    Are bedbugs common at the beginning of the busy season?
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    Accommodation Question

    Most snore at one time or another. Most people have earplugs. It goes with staying in hostels, I think.
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    Long Hikes. . . Romance vs. Reality

    Well, I think everyone walks their own walk. I think it is a wonderful way to begin walking. Where else can you find a fully supported walk, with many cafes, and pleasant people to chat with along the way? You can walk one week at a time, or from SJPP to Finnesterre. People figure it out...
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    Avoiding the breakfast trap?

    Good luck! You will more likely find croissant, or Spanish facsimile, tortilla patatta and excellent french squeezed orange juice, and of course coffee.
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    Security of backpack/contents overnight

    You will need a European adaptor, the British will not work - just like he says above.
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    Security of backpack/contents overnight

    Bring a charger. This means you only have to do a full charge every 3 or 4 days. You have to charge your electronics where you can.
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    Security of backpack/contents overnight

    Keep your documents and money with you at all times. including at night (store safely in your sleep bag). Someone did take my lush soap - at an albergue in October, 2018. I was very upset - it did smell very nice. There are thieves everywhere. I will not forget my soap next time...
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    SJPP --> Santiago Pacing

    Follow the Brierly, just start walking and see what happens. A few extra days at the end can't hurt. You will know how you feel when you are walking. Buen Camino.
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    Dry Feet ... Is it possible?

    How about hiking boots? I recommend Scarpa brand. They are wonderful. No blisters.
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    Has anyone else have the lining material of their Hokas disintegrate?

    The happens to all Hokas. Not sure there is anything you can do about it. I have worn this brand of running shoes (a variety of styles) for about seven years, and they break down quite quickly.
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    Tracking forum members? (Leaving Wed. & Loved ones 'freaking out')

    You can also check out the app Life360. With this app they can track you, and you can track them.
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