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    Accommodations in Arcade ( Between Redondela & Pontevedra? )

    I stayed at O Lar de Pepa. A very kind owner who just does not seem to do emails. All beds are 10’euro, there is a kitchen, markets nearby, a place upstairs to enjoy the view. I enjoyed my stay very much. He also told me he usually does not sell out. I think you should have good luck...
  2. J

    Specific hot spots for blister. Looking for suggestions...

    Masterful replies. Tried my best, but still have some whoppers. With Compede, bought here in Portugal , I walk on unhindered. And, they make a Compede patch especially for the area you have sensitivity in.
  3. J

    Starting Spuritual Variant on the 24th or 25th from Pontevedra?

    I am likely to be there the 28th, also walking with health issues, sorry our timetables don’t coincide.
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    Access to water on the Camino Portugues

    Laurel I am walking it now and have replenished my water from the tap. Have not had to buy one single plastic bottle in Portugal yet. However, the stages are longer than 12 Miles, some stages before Tomar are 20 Miles. Bring walking shoes bigger than usual size-may be good idea if you are not...
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    Solo Young Woman, Camino Portugues in May

    I am a solo female walker starting from Lisbon 9 of May, any pilgrims starting then or abouts? Would like to start out with some others. Thanks!
  6. J

    Camino Portuguese - Starting in 2 Weeks

    Hello Lisbon Pilgrims, anyone starting out tomorrow? The 9th of May? Lisbon to Santiago. I would love to start out with you if so!
  7. J

    US-Ireland-Spain Gathering

    You can also take the bus. the bus station is accessible from the train station , which you can pick up from the Madrid airport. There are two bus stations in Madrid, one services the North of Spain, which is the one you would depart from. Busses leave regularly for your point of beginning on...
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    Return flights...

    Vigo very easy, just take the train out of Santiago to Vigo. Departs several times a day.
  9. J

    Help for 100lb ( 45 kg) woman. what backpack to use?

    I have high praise for the Gregory Deva packs for women. Gregory packs really are built well for women, never had a back or shoulder ache with mine.

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