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    Overweight on the Frances?

    In so many ways!
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    Overweight on the Frances?

    I went somewhat overweight and much older. No problems really. I was hoping to lose weight but pretty much stayed the same all the way through. But, I did finish nearly everyday with a couple of big cold Spanish beers. Also, I pretty much ate whatever I wanted. As I say, maintained my weight...
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    COVID Access to Paxlovid

    My sister and family live in France. Her and husband recently got COVID. Sis went to doctor. Was told they cannot prescribe paxlovid unless hospitalized which seems to be would be too late. Husband got it a few days later, didn't even try.
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    Madrid Airport

    I went to Madrid about 2 weeks ago. Pretty fast but now in addition to passport control you have to have your health screening. All they do is look at the paper. Takes an extra 5 minutes. All of that is on Delta website, we flew Delta also. All pretty fast and easy. I would say 30 to 40 minutes...
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    Plantar Fasciitis

    For me about 2 months in Crocs. Worked for my brother also. All the exercises, stretches, etc., did nothing or very little. What helped when I was walked from SJPP to Santiago was some good inserts (green Superfeet). Whenever it starts to flare up, back into Crocs or other shoes I have learned...
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    Here's to life's challenges! First Camino, starting May 4

    My wife and I walked the Camino Frances last year, starting late April ending early June. 40 days. Neither of us in bad shape but not super fit either. We did try to walk nearly every day for a couple months before leaving. We were both age 67. No problems really. We carried our packs all the...
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    Is it practical to plan to travel CDG - SJPDP in one day?

    We flew last year. Arrive CDG, flew HOP airlines from CDG to Biarritz then Express Bouricott shared ride to SJPDP, less expensive than train (and much faster). Don't fly out of Orly, too much trouble getting there from CDG. Piece of cake really.
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    Rail strike

    Also, bus is an option, very inexpensive but long ride! I would not do it.
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    Rail strike

    I just returned from walking Camino Francis (40 days) followed by 11 days in Normandy and Paris area visiting family. I had no problems. My sister lives just outside of Paris near Euro Disney. You can take the RER or SNCF to her home, both of which I did, no problems. My mom lives in Normandy...
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    Should I Pack This???

    Don't think you need it. Currently in La Portela Valcare, started SJPP.
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    3 Quick packing questions

    You need passport. I wondered about trekking poles and I am so happy I brought them. Yes, if you want your camera, bring it. Don't let the minimalist packers scare. For me first time, pack about 20 lbs., started SJPP, currently Leon, no problems.
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    3 Quick packing questions

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    Weather!!!

    My wife and I started April 18, we have had about 20 minutes of rain. Currently in Leon for 2 days, cold and windy but quite sunny. Overall, we have had great weather. Some wind and cold, but mostly sunny. I am getting a very nice tan.
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    Weather!!!

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    Weather

    In Pamplona today, Saturday 20th. Crossed Napoleon Wednesday & Thursday. Weather magnificent, warm, trees in bloom. Perfect! Napoleon clear and beautiful, windy but easily manageable.
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