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    Backpack Etiquette - or I don't want to be a Jerk

    Hello! I walked the camino in June. I carried my valuables on me at all times in a tiny fanny pack. I usually would bring my backpack into cafes and place it at my feet, but a lot of times, in really small towns, people leave their packs outside. It's really up to you what you do, but I would...
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    first night on the camino ... at Ponferrada

    Hi! I walked in June from Ponferrada. I stayed at the hostal rio selmo. It was simple but nice and near the trail. I got my credentials at an albergue in Ponferrada but I don't remember the name of it. I went to an tourist information place and asked where to get my credentials and they told me...
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    sim card's price and wifi availability in Spain

    Hello! I was able to connect to wifi almost every night. If you are not going to be making phone calls, I would not get a sim card. Also, if you have an iphone, you can imessege people that also have iphones. Imessege works through wifi. Buen Camino :)
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    Photo sharing with family back home

    There is wifi available at almost every cafe and alburgue/hotel. You can send pictures through imessage if you and the other person both have iphones. That does not use data. You could also share them on Facebook if you have that! Buen Camino!
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    First Aid kit...

    Even though most people say it is risky to pop blisters, I believe that it is the fastest way to ease pain. I popped mine and let them dry out at night then put mole skin on them while walking. Bring a needle, band aids, moleskin, some first aid cream and some Advil. Those are the first aid...
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    What to wear in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela

    thanks. Ill bring a skirt.
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    What to wear in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela

    Hi all, I am 16 and walking a portion of the Camino with my confirmation group. I was wondering what is appropriate to wear in the Cathedral? Do you need to have shoulders covered and a long skirt? Or is it ok to wear shorts? Thanks, Frances
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    What shampoo/soap to bring

    Hi. I've heard of people bring a "shampoo bar" from LUSH to wash hair, body, and even clothes. Does anyone recommend this or liquid shampoo, soap, and detergent just fine. Also, what kind of detergent is light weight and recommended? Thanks! -Frances
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