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Keeping your feet dry is a big step. I had a conversation yesterday with a veteran hiker and said that it is a lot easier to prevent a blister then to cure one. Try changing out your socks or airing out your feet halfway through your hike/walk. Then you may or may not want to use the various...
Hello Juju,
I have had similar problems with the heel blisters with my boots. After spending some more ridiculous money on a pair of boots I decided I needed to learn to tie them properly.
This video (I hope I copied it right) will show everyone that has problems with heel blisters, toe...
Bill, maybe you could break down your bag into two and keep the smaller one with you on carry on and leave the bigger bulkier one in check in. I haven't met an airline (besides air busses like Ryanair) that didn't have an item in check in and carry on included in the ticket. It ought save you...
Are there loads of signs saying where the pilgrim office is at? (That's kind of how I'm going to travel the camino, looking for the helpful signs pointing me in the right way.)
Hello Everyone,
I love the info listed above, but I need some advice.
I'm landing in Biarritz on the 1st. of September at 0935, should I stay in SJPDP for the first night or should I go to Orisson for the first night? (No time change adjustment required)
Hello Beldelune,
I'm Lynne and I'm from California but I live in the UK, I'm starting at St. Jean on the 1st of September. I'm on the fence about starting that day or waiting until the second. Well happy travels and maybe I'll see you all on the road.
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