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    Optimizing Pack Weight: Layering Tips for Camino in August-September

    I walked September/ October. It was hot! Cooler and mistakes in Galicia but never very cold. I took 1 set of uniqlo thermals which I slept in twice in a cold night, and 1 light uniqlo puffy jacket which weighs nothing. 2 pairs of 3/4 pants and 2 cotton shirts. Took a poncho but you sweat so...
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    Relocate to Spain after 65

    There is an elderly gentleman who caretakers the cathedral at Molinaseca who moved from US after walking Camino. Maybe chat to him. He looks just like Col Sanders.
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    Revised title: Didn't know about other ways to reserve beds, and found no rooms on booking.com

    I thought I could wing it in 2019. Missed a bed in Roncesvalles even though arrived by 2.30pm. Walked on to Espinal but was almost ready to go home then. Continued to SDC but missed out on too many beds to wing it very much after that. That " completo" sign was too common.
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    Your Ideal First Aid Kit for the Camino

    As suggested, microspore or paper tape. I wrapped my toes every day - no blisters. Also Arnica pills for sprains, strains, bruises, sore muscles. If you can't buy in home country, they are available from pharmacies in Spain.
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    shoes for narrow feet

    I have narrow feet but found Keens Targhee to be perfect. They are a wide shoe but the extra space around the toes helped with blister prevention. I wore a pair of cheap elastic ankle supports and thick socks for a snug fit around ankles.
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    Bottom bunks

    I am 70 and walked with another 79 year old. There was no consideration re top bunks no matter how early we checked in or even booked day before. Most times we were allocated a bottom bunk and the one above it . Did not make for good sleeping especially if bunks were in the middle of the room...
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    For those that post/blog/write while walking - doing it on your phone

    I apologise to everyone that I am about to offend and this is my opinion only. But when did the Camino change from being a personal sacred experience to a travelogue of stories and photos. I am not Catholic or religious but surely a Camino is more than photos or blogs. My Camino journal was...
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    Any idea how to use Wise Pilgrim - Portuguese app?

    I also downloaded this and am totally confused as how to use it. Click on one town or route and another comes up ?????
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    Womens wide feet trekking shoes

    Use sheepskin inner soles.
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    LIVE from the Camino Current conditions: Big wave on the Francés

    From my September experience, I would book at least up to Pamplona. Then you can assess the situation from the ground.
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    LIVE from the Camino Current conditions: Big wave on the Francés

    You don't know the half of it.😀
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    Female Wide, Big feet : Size 11 (US) mens. Still searching for the perfect walking shoes.

    Keens Targhee are a wide shoe. They make for men and women. Love mine.
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    LIVE from the Camino Current conditions: Big wave on the Francés

    In 2019, I was told I didn't have to book at Roncesvalles. So I was one of the huge numbers of exhausted pilgrims who were turned away that afternoon. I had to walk another 10 km to find a bed.
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    LIVE from the Camino Current conditions: Big wave on the Francés

    It's normal. No chance for spontaneity on the Camino any more. Very disappointing.
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    LIVE from the Camino Current conditions: Big wave on the Francés

    Oops sorry. I meant Santiago. It was mad busy the whole way. I had to pre-book for every night with the admonition that our bookings would only be held until 2.30pm. It meant for early morning starts.
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