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    Cruz de Ferro

    If I may reply? For a long time, the majority of guide books have all invited pilgrims to take a special token. The Film 'The Way' (and others) had a scene where they leave their personal tokens at the Cross. We're invited/reminded to do so by people all around the word when they know we plan a...
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    Warning about Cruz de Fierro Albergue in Foncebadon

    Corned Beef - This is obviously a forum for members to post and read articles. This was a female Pilgrim beleaguered by a man. She has a right as a member to express her concerns over her experiences - whether good or bad. The police can decide if there is a case to be answered or not, not other...
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    Warning about Cruz de Fierro Albergue in Foncebadon

    Would you please explain your comment and the meaning of '...nothing new'? It may be taken out of context. Regards Keith
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    Warning about Cruz de Fierro Albergue in Foncebadon

    Dear mfmaroto my sincere best wishes to you after your unpleasant experience, which was also physically abusive and should be reported to the police on AlertCops (if you have the app), or at your next stop. No one should have to experience such aggressive behaviour - regardless of any language...
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    Walking after arthroscopic knee surgery

    Hi Glenshiro. I hope this uplifts you and restores your confidence: In Spring, I had three doctors opinions for my knee: 1. I must have a full knee replacement 2. I must have monthly cortisone injections as there was nothing they could do for me 3. I must have remedial work on my knee and...
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    Thefts in albergue

    Look deeper. Question yourself. To learn and discover things about ourselves and others and to find meaning is the reason why we are on Camino, even if we don't know it. How we deal with these issues - or don't deal with them, is what it's all about. For me, anyway.
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    Thefts in albergue

    Just a little anecdote: I lost an aluminium water bottle at the municipal in Logrono, then saw it a couple of stops further down the way (I'd marked it so recognised it). A pilgrim had it! And whilst at the Logrono municipal I was as good as accused of stealing a phone from the previous...
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    An article about the spiritual side of the pilgrimage

    Thank you for posting this article. I think it's an inspirational 'must read' for those hoping to go on Camino, and poignant for those who have already walked the Way. It reminded me of many things that I've tucked-away deep in my memory, and of the blessings disguised as challenges we can...
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    Primitivo in the wet

    Hi Profpanwors The Primitivo is the one route where I was caught-out by sudden and bad weather. This was going over Hospitales after sunny and clear stages beforehand. The freezing wind and rain hit very quickly and hard. It is the only time I have been concerned on a camino route but as we...
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    Ryanair and cabin bags?

    Hi KiwiJohn Take care if you have hiking poles - it's a bit inconsistent, but mostly they have to be checked into the hold. Buen Camino
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    surfing/water sports in Finisterre

    There are terrible rip tides so stick to the beaches where the locals say it is safe to swim. I'm not sure if there is a tourist office in Finisterre but if so ask them about activities. Enjoy and stay safe. Ultreia, Keith
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    Cruise ships in Finisterre

    I'm sure it must be a delicate topic throughout the region, as it is in some other European tourist ports, but for me this is a tourism issue which, hopefully, won't affect pilgrim accommodation or routes. More concerning for me is seeing minibus loads of tourists turning up at pilgrim...
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    Sello at Leon Cathedral?

    The tourist office opposite the cathedral will also provide a sello ;)
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    Are magnesium tablets worthwhile?

    Why would I 'like' my own post - why would anyone? Why would any pilgrim? You really do like to control things, don't you ;)
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    Are magnesium tablets worthwhile?

    Hi NomadBoomer I recently checked such tabs on sale in a local supermarket. I require magnesium all the time and buy pharmaceutical quality powder which I only need take bi-or-tri monthly. The thing about the much cheaper tabs that I checked last week is that you should examine the complete list...

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