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    SIM card for Europe

    See how this plays out, I didn't want to link to a web site. I like having a local phone number, this has been helpful many times.
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    SIM card for Europe

    Google and Apple have removed the eSIM apps Airalo and Holafly from their app stores following orders from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to curb cyber fraud. The DoT has also instructed internet service providers and telecom companies to block the websites of these apps
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    SIM card for Europe

    OP: Does Vodafone even offer a monthly prepaid SIM? only thing I have seen are disposable SIMs, 10gb data then through away and buy a new one. Not too sure about UK, but my Vodafone SIM from Spain worked for data in France. I keep my US T-Mobile on eSIM, and have one SIM slot for physical card...
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    camino portuguese costal route in march

    Should be fine, I did it in Feb 2022 and had no problems. I mix it up, some albergues and some hotels tho. also in Oct 2023. Might do March this year, see how things go.
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    SIM card for Europe

    As far as range? eSIM would be the same as a physical SIM card. Adding money or data to a card would depend on the company. I seem to remember trying to create the Vodafone Portugal account online and it might have been in Portuguese, it's been a while. I usually just use the SIM till it...
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    SIM card for Europe

    Would be nice to have a SIM that could be topped in Portugal and Spain. I can access Vodafone Portugal online to top from Spain? Vodafone used to be 20gb for 20€, in October '23 was 25€ for 10gb. It's fine, could be a bit tight if wanting to do video calls etc. I may walk this year with...
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    6 Month Training & Weight Loss Plan for an Overweight/Plus Size Pilgrim

    Agreed. Go keto. 20 g of carbs a day or less. The weight will melt off.
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    Where to buy a cheap duffle bag in Santiago?

    We grabbed a couple of these bags from the hardware store, see how it goes tomorrow. Thank you
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    Where to buy a cheap duffle bag in Santiago?

    I wonder if two backpacks strapped together will be too large? I know we Will be under 15 kg.
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    Where to buy a cheap duffle bag in Santiago?

    We have 15kg checked on Vueling, 2 packs about 10kg, one 24L and one 30L. We want to combine if possible. Thinking a cheap duffle bag. Anyone know a place to get one?
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    WOOT!!!! Final Packing List - please comment!

    lighterpack.com
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    Vodafone on eSIM Lisbon airport?

    just found out my friend walking with me has an iPhone 14 and dual eSIM, no physical SIM card slot. Doesn't have to be Vodafone, I have head great luck with them. would like to get it done at the airport. as standby there is a chance we may have to fly to CDG, then OPO, we will see. glad to...
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    October against Pilgrims?

    Perfect dates! we will be 3 days behind you.
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    Advice on Portuguese route

    bringing a friend on his first Camino early Oct, most likely do this.
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    Advice on Portuguese route

    Cheat and take the bus to Ponte de Lima
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