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    IMPORTANT: Advice for pilgrims setting off APRIL 2013

    I'm writing this from Estella, five days into my Camino and I can echo the posts about mud, there's lots of it so bring poles to help with balance if you can. Also, there are a couple of diversions after Pamplona due to landslides which means a bit more road walking. That's less muddy but harder...
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    IMPORTANT: Advice for pilgrims setting off APRIL 2013

    Re: IMPORTANT: Advice for pilgrims setting off in March 2013 Not at all Navarricano, your information is invaluable. Thank you so much. I am leaving my home tomorrow and whilst I actually want to start in Roncesvalles, my train from Paris chucks me out at Bayonne so I'll need to go via SJPP...
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    Buying Rail Tickets on RENFE

    I'm not sure if this has been mentioned but there is a website that may be helpful. The Man in Seat 61 covers rail travel worldwide and whilst it is predominantly for a UK market he does give useful tips if you're booking from outside Europe. http://www.seat61.com/Spain-trains.htm# ...
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    A pilgrim has died on the Camino near Roncesvalles - March 2013

    So so shocking. I pray for his family at this very sad time.
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    Review of "The Way" with Martin Sheen

    I saw this film last year and it was a turning point. I decided in 2001 to walk the Camino but for 12 years I found reasons not to go. There is much wisdom in Methodist_pilgrim.98 posts. I have been scared of living for far too long but after seeing the film I made the decision to go this...
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    SJPP to Roncesvalles – in praise of the lower route

    Thank you. It sounds like it is do-able so long as I set off by around 2pm ish. I think I'll also see what the conditions are like, if it's a really murky day with poor visibility I may decide to wait until the next morning, if it's bright I will take advantage and get walking. I have been...
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    SJPP to Roncesvalles – in praise of the lower route

    Just a quick question but if I arrive in SJPP around midday would I be able to reach Valcarlos refuge that same afternoon? I am unsure what the distance is but I understand it to be a fairly gentle section.
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    Beginning to lose heart.

    Thank you so much for such wisdom and generosity. As Monica said, this is my time to go. Best heed that then. It's calling...
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    Beginning to lose heart.

    I have just read all your wonderful and encouraging posts and I am in tears... I have spent the last couple of months 'worrying' about the practical things, what to take, where to sleep, what brand is best, what to eat etc. Now that I have a good idea about those things I am turning to my inner...
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    Beginning to lose heart.

    12 years ago I promised myself to walk El Camino and over the years I have made many excuses not to go. Too scared I suppose. This year, since deciding to bite the bullet, my excitement has grown and I have loved planning my pilgrimage. Now, with just 3 weeks to go, I am losing heart. I know...
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    To lance or not to lance...

    Then put your socks on but on different feet (well, your feet of course but right on left and vica-verca, Ha ha, I love this humour. And now I shall never forget this piece of advice. Thank you David.
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    Camino Frances April 2013

    Thanks for all the replies, I am hoping that I'll meet up with some of you. I am currently training hard. It involves laying out all the gear I'm taking and then removing one item. I do this everyday, removing anything I can manage without and allow myself a rest day now and again :D it's the...
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    To lance or not to lance...

    Thank you. If blisters burst with continued walking then it does make sense to do it yourself in clean and hygienic conditions. I have never heard of betadine so I shall look it up but would any antiseptic do, surgical spirits or tea tree oil for example? I am conscious that I will have to carry...
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    To lance or not to lance...

    I have been reading the advice on blister prevention which is really useful but I am a bit confused about what to do once a blister appears. The general advice is to lance it but why would you do that? Doesn't it just make the area more painful and surely it fills with fluid again pretty...
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    Credential and concha

    Thank you for your responses. Obviously I don't need to worry. I booked my flights yesterday so it's all getting scarily and excitingly close! Regards Cate
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