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    Those BRIGHT motion activated lights, or how to pee in 5 seconds

    LMAO ! You have to admit, it’s one of the indignities we all face on this and other situations in the various things we take for granted in our home life. My favorite is trying to get out of the top bunk and missing the step to get down safely and then Karpluk on the floor with a large bang...
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    Why did you do the camino? Help me out!

    I took the opportuniy to step away from my normal life and look forward to how I could change for the future. Allowed me think carefully a
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    Wanted to arrive at SJPDP via Biarritz..... confused

    For me, the easiest route was to get to Paris at Charles De Gaulle and take the train all the way to SJDPD and you walk a short distance to the visitor center. I did not even book a reservation for shelter. Been known to sleep on picnic benches if needed. Not in a rush to do this trip. Be...
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    Seeking Information about Bed Bugs on the Camino de Santiago

    When going home make your first stop be a commercial laundromat to clean, dry and inspect everything before you bring the problem into your home.
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    August heatwave on camino

    Happy trails Drink plenty of water on your trip. Nothing worse than getting dehydrated.
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    Wanted to arrive at SJPDP via Biarritz..... confused

    I recently (two weeks ago) booked my flight out of Atlanta GA USA direct to Paris to Charles De Gaulle airport. I booked a train from CDG to St Jean Pied de Porto. There is a change of train at Bayonne to the SJPDP which is the end of the line station where the visitor office is located. You...
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    Temporary closure after Pola de Lena - Aug. 2023

    I will invoke my Blue Blaze rule. I get the sense this is not on the Camino Frances route. So I will stay on the White Blaze (Frances) and hope I get to Santiago successfully.
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    Temporary closure after Pola de Lena - Aug. 2023

    What stage is this blockage located in?
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    Pamplona Hiking store

    I purchased some Black Diamond Z poles ($139) which fold in thirds and pack neatly within my 40 liter backpack. tapped on electrical caps on the tips and used some duct tape to hold them in place. Cleared thru TSA this week in Atlanta without issue.
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    How many pilgrims walked Camino de Santiago in the Middle Ages, Medieval times? Was it really 500 000 per year?

    Such a fascinating history lesson for the lands we are traveling through. I may end up being the slowest Camino Walker on record because now I want to read and see everything. Can you comment on the mindset of a pilgrim who did this journey? Why did they go? I know they went to see the relics...
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    How do I get from Charles De Gaulle airport in Paris to the Montparnasse train station ?

    Thank you for the correction. I was informed that there are train representatives there to assist the travelers to their destination. God speed all to a sucessful trip
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    How do I get from Charles De Gaulle airport in Paris to the Montparnasse train station ?

    I hope I get this clear for your benefit. I booked my train trip to SJPdP directly from CDG at the TGV station – CDG2. (airport) After boarding at 12:14 PM, I end up doing a change of trains at Massy TGV (48 minutes travel time) To a new train, which takes me all the way to Bayonne France...
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    The new Rule 3 - no more tourist vs. pilgrim debates

    I was visiting France in1996 and became fascinated with the Pilgrimage routes which existed and the stories which reported thousands staying in Chartes. Here I am age 71 and finally able come to Spain and Portugal to walk these ancient routes. To each their own reason for coming. One is not...
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    An accident or near-daylight robbery? - a safety reminder

    Y’all are so funny! Just roaring.
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    Clothing Theft/Loss/ Misappropriation on the Camino

    Safety pins Nice solution. Simple. I will be there in a few days.
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