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  1. J

    Which part to choose between Lisbon and Porto

    I loved walking from Tomar to Coimbra in 6 days in April 2023. As a solo female staying at albergues and guesthouses I met lots of other people and lots of pilgrims to walk with or alone. I also went to Luso to walk in the National Park there.
  2. J

    LIVE from the Camino CF April 2024

    Hope you had a good first day walking, Kate. Buen camino and lovely to have met you in SJPP. Buen camino. Jo
  3. J

    How does our plan sound?

    Your plan is similar to mine in 2022. But I wished I had stayed where muddy-mama suggested as O Lagar de Jesus is often recommended. I'd recommend staying at Ideas Pereginas in Tui and at Hostel Nuestra Señora del Camino in Combarro. I do not recommend staying in Milladoiro for your final night...
  4. J

    Voice or data only mobile plans

    Hi Rachael. Thanks for this info. It's hard to find out much about Roamless on their website and reviews. It seems Roamless currently don't provide a phone number so you still need to use whatsapp for calling and receiving local calls in Spain. Is that right?
  5. J

    SJPdP one night or two?

    Annie, This is what I am planning too. Can you recommend any places to stay before and after close to Pamplona please.
  6. J

    What clothes to wear at night?

    I do the same but 3/4 lightweight leggings.
  7. J

    How many nights should we spend in Pamplona before heading to SJPdP

    I too am staying 2 nights in Pamplona after flying to Madrid from Australia to help adjust to the new time zone and enjoy the city. That way I can choose not to stay there when walking the Camino from SJPP.
  8. J

    SIM card for Europe

    Hi Stephen. Am also an Aussie spending 10 weeks in Spain walking the Frances April to June this year. Thinking to buy 2 esims too. What ones are you buying? Friends have recommended Simcorner.
  9. J

    Where to buy a cheap duffle bag in Santiago?

    We bought ours from a shop called Establecimientos Alvarez?? near Praza de Feixoo.
  10. J

    Camino from Coimbra starting next week

    I agree with Jungleboy & Phil71. Tomar to Coimbra is beautiful camino walking and allow time to explore both towns which have interesting significant historic sites.
  11. J

    Sticks and Boots

    So much good info here. Has anyone reminded you to make sure you buy trail shoes at least half size larger to allow for feet swelling on long walks? I wear orthotics and use them in my Hokas which never needed wearing in for caminos. Mine are 1 size larger and have a wide toe box, thickly...
  12. J

    Backpack - Petite person

    I'm not much taller and use an Osprey Tempest Pro 28L pack for my caminos. I love it as it is lightweight, has great hip pockets/belt and is very comfortable carrying 7-8 kgs. I will be taking a small sleeping bag instead of a liner on my next camino too but will still have some space for food...
  13. J

    A free cinematic, pre-release Camino treat for Sydney pilgrims

    Keen to see it too as loved the book and have enjoyed listening to podcast interviews with Bill and Jennifer too. When will the film be shown nationally and internationally?
  14. J

    Advice on Portuguese route

    You won't always be walking along the Coast if you follow the Coastal path as it heads inland away from the Litoral route which always hugs the coastline. There are 3 paths - Senda Litoral, Coastal & Central. The Coastal is also the same as the Litoral along the boardwalks for a few days beside...
  15. J

    The Pyrenees /documentary Michael Portillo

    Can be watched in Australia on SBS channel.
  16. J

    Ponte de Lima

    Casa da Travassa has comfortable rooms, a communal kitchen and small dining area and laundry facilities in a quiet location close to the camino. Enjoyed my stay there in May.
  17. J

    What part of the Camino from Lisbon to Porto is worth seeing?

    I agree: Tomar to Coimbra is great to walk. Loved it and can recommend staying at Hostel O Lagereiro in Alvorge. Buen camino
  18. J

    The most beautiful stamp : Caldas de Reis

    Hi Mary Ellen. I walked from Tomar to Coimbra, a very pretty part, and found enough cafes/bars for most of it but certainly not as many as past Porto. Consult a guide book or gronze.com to be prepared.
  19. J

    Pack rain cover needed with Poncho, or no?

    I use a bright yellow pack cover bought in a Portugal Decathlon store for all the reasons Sam said plus for added visibility when walking on roads with traffic.
  20. J

    ATMS / Bank availability on the CP

    Thank you so much for this detailed helpful reply. It will be so much easier doing it this way as last time I went into a Vodafone store as I wasn't confident doing it online. Bom caminho and muchas gracias!

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