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  1. MaidinBham

    Carabiners or “S” hook?

    I bought a small heroclip with me on last camino in April and used it once to hang up my backpack in the wardrobe. I think it might be useful if you stay in mostly albergues (I dont) and want to hang your pack from the bunk bed. I was in a albergue in La Coruna and I was the only one there...
  2. MaidinBham

    The Solution to Toilet Paper for the Camino/Outdoors Anywhere!

    On the CI I almost put my backpack/stepped in a great big poop right next to this stone "chair", right on the path. No TP thanks goodness, but I think I would have died if any part of me or my pack would have have touched it. I always take care of #2 when I awaken, use a pee cloth for urine...
  3. MaidinBham

    Sleep sack for bed bugs

    I used to stress a lot about this issue, but since my first camino in 2014 I have never met a bed bug. Remember - it is NOT the end of life as you know it if you do meet one. The Albergues and the tourist industry in general in Spain work very hard to address this issue. If there is a problem...
  4. MaidinBham

    Phone Service while traveling - Holafly?

    On my Vodafone packet that came with SIM, above where your new telephone is printed "F. Cad. 22/02/2025" I'm guessing this might be the expiration date. But if it is renewed in September when I plan to return to Spain, it should be good. Even if I wasn't planning to return, a plan starts as...
  5. MaidinBham

    Sandals vs. flip flops.

    For reference, I wear mid hiking boots with insert. I have the Hoka Speedgoats, but realized I could never walk all day with a backpack and be comfortable. I have used Teva hurricaine hiking sandals, but now use Crocs reviva flip flop which are very durable and have these nubby massage points...
  6. MaidinBham

    Hiking Pole Rehoming Service?

    Just think of all the attacks that have been stopped because we aren't allowed to take our trekking poles, liquids bigger than 3ounces, and explosive devices hidden in our hiking boots.:p
  7. MaidinBham

    If there are too many pilgrims, what is a pilgrim to do?

    I love arriving in Santiago and would like nothing better than to always be arriving! It is a very selfish thing, but I think your right - the pilgrimage has been fulfilled. Janice
  8. MaidinBham

    Phone Service while traveling - Holafly?

    If you go to YouTube and search for "how to buy a SIM card at Madrid airport" you will find useful info. Last year though, I went in search of WHSmith shop and it didn't open until 9am, so I believe I bought a Vodafone SIM (Vodafone is supposedly the best carrier) at a Vodafone shop in Burgos...
  9. MaidinBham

    Bruma - Ingles all full.

    The Hotel Canaima must have reopened accoring to the search I just did. Black smoke and flames pouring out the top of the multi level building. I saw the video of a local who had videotaped the fire.
  10. MaidinBham

    Bruma - Ingles all full.

    I was on Camino Ingles and arrived in Saniago this past Sunday. There was a fire at Hotel Canaima, Bruma last Thursday. I was prebooked at the Pension across the street but there were tons of people who had nowhere to stay. I believe it was caused by a gas fire in the kitchen, no injuries...
  11. MaidinBham

    Pee Cloth - leave no trace

    I do a lot of camping and my solution sometimes is to use a stainless steel Bubba cup. It is keg shape 4" diameter and holds 34 ounces - 1 liter. It is quite heavy though at 1.3 lbs (570 gm) I have never used a FUD but I've heard they are not for everyone and you would have to practice in...
  12. MaidinBham

    Phone Service while traveling - Holafly?

    I haven't used Holafly, but it doesn't seem like you can use SMS or local calling if that is important to you. You could download Whatsapp and communicate with local businesses and friends that way. What I usually do is go to the nearest Vodaphone shop in Spain when I arrive. I usually fly...
  13. MaidinBham

    getting sick

    I just returned from Camino Ingles yesterday, and as usual when on El Camino I contracted upper respiratory infection - "camino cough" Luckily, I arrived in Santiago on Sunday and that is when my symptoms started. Scatchy throat, headache and then tons of nasal congestion. NOT covid - I just...
  14. MaidinBham

    April 2022 Camino de Invierno

    Darn was hoping it was iPhone. Making notes of the hills, and other tips in this subforum. Thanks Janice
  15. MaidinBham

    April 2022 Camino de Invierno

    Thanks VN, I am following your past Invierno. Your pics are amazing - were they taken on smart phone? Janice
  16. MaidinBham

    Pee Cloth - leave no trace

    I thought I hit the jackpot when I learned how to squat and pee without taking off my backpack - now I have to jiggle too?!:p
  17. MaidinBham

    April 2022 Camino de Invierno

    Thanks BP - yes I downloaded Peregrina2000 & friends guide, and I'm awaiting guidebook from forum shop. It is reassuring that the hills are not too bad, and I shall tell myself daily, that it is not the end of the world if something unforeseen were to happen. Janice
  18. MaidinBham

    April 2022 Camino de Invierno

    Thanks for the tip - food, water, shelter. Seems like I will have pack lunch, snacks. And maybe not be able to eat two breakfasts' let alone one? Janice
  19. MaidinBham

    Pee Cloth - leave no trace

    The only "facilities" I saw on Camino Francis going over the top in the Pyrenees were the hunter's blinds. We are trekking through rural areas, drinking lots of water to stay hydrated, so yes there will be times where you have no choice. Janice
  20. MaidinBham

    Pee Cloth - leave no trace

    I agree the price is kind of high, but it is a high tech fabric impregnated with silver or something to keep odor and bacteria at bay. And it does seem to work better than the hanky I have used as it is not really absorbent and does retain odor unless you rinse it out after every use and hang...

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