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In that section of the Camino, it is very cobble-stoney, pot-holey and generally rough, especially downhill. I walked 10-15 miles a day and used two trekking poles. O C was such a challenge for me, I took a bus down.
From there, you are walking on paved asphalt, unpaved trail (which has...
Donativo does not require "less."
All of the amenities that you described (sound heavenly) are an expression of love for the pilgrims. As pilgrims, we would bless the owners from our hearts and with our cash, as we must bless everywhere we go, using our money as an expression of gratitude...
Dear One,
A washrag in a plastic bag, some liquid washing soap (or a bar) will allow you to refresh every day if you need extra self care. Don't shave. It is suggested that men even grow a beard before the camino to get used to the feel of it. Not comfy to walk around with stubble. You are...
Thank you. I wanted to share some good advice from this forum... to use ATMs INSIDE the banks rather than OUTSIDE, whenever possible, in case the machine eats your card, or there is a problem. You can get someone to recover your card right away. Buen Camino!
The best advice! I called my bank, and I found out that using my credit card saved me any fees (as long as I paid the balance when due) most times we use the debit card fearing higher rates for a cash advance. Got good info about photocopying the back side of the card (there is an...
Thank you, hermanas y hermanos for guiding me on the Camino. Tell me, for ten days (Ponferrada to Santiago) what is the best way to carry cash? how much? credit cards? Wishing all buen camino!
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