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  1. J

    SJPDP annual pilgrim numbers since 1996

    57,000 for 2023 seem very low considering all the publicity about return of big numbers. Is this really only those who identify as Pilgrims rather than walkers/travellers etc.
  2. J

    Santiago to Porto - by bus or train?

    I have used the bus to Porto 3 times (2017, 2018, 2018). Fast efficient and numerous services. The alternative then was a train to Vigo and having to overnight there before daily train service to Porto. Another option might be train to Tui, walk across the Valenca and train to Porto. JD
  3. J

    Using a larger Backpack, just not filling it up. Thoughts?

    Use a framed pack that fits well, rests on hips and not heavy o shoulders. I used an Osprey 50 litre AG pack on Norte in 2018. Beautiful pack. Unused space doesn't add to weight.
  4. J

    Best transportation options from SdC to Lisbon in July

    Bus to Porto, several per day. Train to Lisbon. Bus actually has a stop at Porto airport.
  5. J

    Pilgrim Passport Capacity

    Re two stamps for last 100 km. On my 2 Caminos starting in (Lisbon 2017 and Irun 2018) I didn't necessarily have 2 per day, and I don't recollect that the staff counted them anyway. Perhaps they look at the starting point and figure you've done enough????
  6. J

    Are you 70+ and still walking Caminos?

    Did Portuguese in 2017 from Lisbon and included Finnestere. Did Norte in 2018 and added Muxia and Finestere. Turned 70 on walk to Muxia at Hospital Alb. After meeting friends in Porto, walked inland Portuguese to Valenca, train back to Caminho and crosses river and walked coastal section...
  7. J

    The Parador and the Cathedral closed again, although for different reasons

    Thanks Ivar. Cathedral is looking good.
  8. J

    Best Bank Accounts for Travel by Country

    If you meet the terms described, ING refunds all fees including the ATM operators fees. Good debit card. Used card in India, Spain, Portugal and UK. Also refunds fees when buying online from overseas merchants. JDecay (Aussie)
  9. J

    Funny signs on the Camino and those that lend themselves to humour!

    Camino del Norte
  10. J

    Do ladies pee in the woods? I think we know the answer.

    Probably stopped a little further on every third paper stop? Fair point elsewhere about drinking enough fluids while walking.
  11. J

    Do ladies pee in the woods? I think we know the answer.

    I wish the women would take their tissues/paper with them after peeing. While walking the del Norte this year we would predict where the next ladies spot would be and inevitably we'd be right. Around the corner and marked by paper.
  12. J

    Oh dear... cell phone app Iphone — Vodaphone — question and warning

    Got wifi, Whatsapps an option to
  13. J

    Oh dear... cell phone app Iphone — Vodaphone — question and warning

    I had no issues in Portugal or Spain last year with Vodafone. I purchased new SIMs in each country and had the Vodafone staff install and use the card instore.
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