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I did Portuguese route last summer - I had no issues at all using a 6 digit pin in ATM's in Portugal or Spain. I only used ATM's that were tied to big popular banks, during banking hours, just in case there was an issue. Would withdraw the...
We walked the Senda Litoral whenever it was available which really just meant when presented with an option we took the path that goes closest to the water. You join and leave the coastal many times but I didn't care which I was on. Honestly, I...
I usually carried 1.5L of water. I had 3 of the store bought .5L plastic bottles, two with water and one with electrolytes and would refill as needed. I never used any of the public potable water fountains, always filled up before leaving the...
I wish I had worried less about time....I was so concerned with making sure I walked X amount of miles per day, I always felt I was in a hurry to keep on schedule. Looking back now I wish I had slowed down a bit, totally enjoyed the moment and...
I do not like how my hair feels using bar soap. With my first Camino I brought a 3oz bottle of liquid detergent from home, once that was gone I just used my bar soap or shampoo to wash my clothing. My 2nd Camino I splurged and purchased from...
I stayed at San Martin Pinario. I thought the same as you do. Just a caution, on the days you have the morning shift (9am-2pm), breakfast gets pretty busy at San Martin Pinario. So get there a little early. I befriended the head waiter there...
I live in the North Dallas area. Did Camino Frances in summer 2019 and Portuguese route summer 2023.
For CF, I flew from DFW to Madrid, took a train from Madrid to Pamplona. Arrived in Pamplona in the afternoon. Stayed the night. Next day we...
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