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    Carry on luggage with Vueling…how strict are they on dimensions?

    It’s got a pretty rigid frame that can be ‘manipulated’ a bit ..:and may work on the diagonal …but if someone was determined to say it was too long I’m not sure it would pass…thanks for your thoughts though 🙏
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    Carry on luggage with Vueling…how strict are they on dimensions?

    Blimey! Wasn’t expecting this to go off on that tangent! For clarity - I am NOT trying to screw the system, nor inconvenience other passengers. I do NOT intend to try to sneak (or otherwise get on board) any kind of trekking poles. This is not my first Camino. I am in fact trying to play by...
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    Carry on luggage with Vueling…how strict are they on dimensions?

    Hi everyone! Thanks for your feedback..much appreciated 😊 The exos is one of ospreys very light packs (don’t think they make it any more)…and yes, I agree 48L is much more than I need …rest assured I won’t be filling it to capacity… I have to carry it after all 🤣 Will don trial pack and see how...
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    Carry on luggage with Vueling…how strict are they on dimensions?

    Hello great hive mind! I’ve booked to fly from the UK (LGW) with Vueling to Oviedo, returning from SdC. Only planning on taking one piece of carry on baggage, but had to buy the option to take the carry on size 55x40x20 cm cabin bag. I have an Osprey Exos 48L which has served me well on previous...
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    Good addition to a baseball cap

    This looks interesting…please can you add a link to where it can be bought from? Many thanks!
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    Hiking Poles - leaving them behind...

    Hi Rachel...I got them in a Chinese bazar/home stuff shop ...sold all sorts of stuff...not a walking/equipment shop. It was quite near the start point ...can't remember exactly where sorry. There were a number of shops selling them. I saw one place asking €12 per stick...got mine for €7.50 per...
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    Hiking Poles - leaving them behind...

    ...do the other airlines still offer this service then? ...no use to me (for now) but would be good to know for the future (and for others travelling now) Ta
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    Hiking Poles - leaving them behind...

    I bought a pair of hiking poles when I arrived in Ferrol because I knew I couldn't bring mine on the plane (and as I was only travelling with carry on I didn't want to check them in to the hold) Along the way a couple of people said they thought I could check them in as hold luggage for free at...
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    John Brierley is seriously ill - an invitation to send messages of thanks and support.

    Sending love and best wishes...without your guide books I might never have done the Camino. Just about to head back for my third one in a few days. May the love and prayers and support of the many pilgrims from all around the world help you now. Thank you John for all you've done.
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    Arriving in Bordeaux... can I get to SJPdP same day?

    I know ... last time I stayed at Beilari ...loved it...def tempted to stay again...just adds another day into the schedule ... decisions decisions!
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    Arriving in Bordeaux... can I get to SJPdP same day?

    Thanks tincatinker...will head for Bayonne...thanks for the heads up re hotel cote basque, much appreciated!
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    Arriving in Bordeaux... can I get to SJPdP same day?

    Thanks cardifflad52, looks like I might be able to get to Bayonne but no further ...now I just need to decide whether to stop in SJPdP a for a night or head straight up to Orisson... SJPdP is very nice...tempted!
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    Arriving in Bordeaux... can I get to SJPdP same day?

    Hello all knowing ones! I am due to fly in to Bordeaux (From Bristol) on the 31st May - arriving at 16:20 (hopefully!!!) Will it be possible for me to get to SJPdP that day or do I need to find somewhere to stay in Bordeaux for the night before travelling on the next day. Any advice would be...
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    Tips for Choosing Comfortable Ear Plugs

    I use the silicone wax type for swimmers ...but find they’re too big & uncomfortable when I’m sleeping on my side so ....simply rip them in half ...et voila! Works a treat 😎 ¡Buen Camino!
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    How to walk a virtual camino in my local area and sync with Camino?

    Hi Martyduc.. can you tell me...do you need to have a pedometer or other gadget to use this? Or would an iPhone work? TIA, buen Camino , Hazel

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