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I have always stayed in albergues right in the center of Hospital de Orbigo but this year we stayed on the outskirts in a hotel called El Paso Honroso. For €50 I have a nice clean room with three beds and a BATHTUB!!!
Also, even if you do not...
We stayed there in early March two years ago. We were the only ones there. We had been there twice before (2013 and 2014) when it was quite full. They were such welcoming hosts. (Photo: https://photos.app.goo.gl/uwiLE845SNNEfD8X9 )
They told us...
Let me preface this by saying please understand I am not picking on anybody, I fully understand that mistakes happen and how. Been there, done that.
I have been astonished to see so many lost and found reports over the last two weeks. And not...
I agree. We spent some time in Seville a few years ago and didn't enjoy the coffee as much there. They might use more of the terrefacto coffee down there?
I leave tomorrow from the US to SJPDP to begin my Camino (Francés). Just want to say “Thank You” to this Forum; I’ve gotten many good ideas, and several questions answered. Hope to report back. Buen Camino!
I feel like a baby bird finally...
@Ponch , welcome to the forum.
It's a myth.
Even if your liner is treated it will not help, it takes too long to work (hours). Bedbugs simply crawl in the top, exactly the same as you do.
It can help prevent you spreading any bed bugs that you...
Hello and welcome
If you are as savvy as you say and have no problem navigating booking.com then you leave no problem doing it yourself. Keep in mind that there are plenty albergues/hostels along the way that offer private rooms with en-suite and...
Yes, I always do in the morning. When the bar is especially busy I make sure I bring them to the far end of the counter, out of the way of "the action". I most always get a nod and an appreciative smile.
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