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    Death of American pilgrim in Castromaior today

    How lucky to be doing what you love with the one you love. But so difficult for you. My thoughts and prayers go out to you!
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    OK guys, what underwear?

    Ex Officio we’re great and they dry quickly
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    Lightning

    Having left very early, I was right n the middle of that Sept 2nd storm up in the hills and it was very scary - so much water and rushing "rivers" with no place to shelter. There was no choice but to keep moving.
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    Sending luggage to Casa Ivar from St Jean

    I did just that in Sept 2023 and it worked very well. up to 20KG cost 70 euros.
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    Mailing extra luggage

    I am planning on doing exactly this for my 1st Camino (Frances) starting Aug 27th solo. I have 2 weeks after the Camino and wanted to have other clothes and shoes, especially because it will be cooler than when I start out. After looking into all options, Express Bourricot seems to be the best...
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    Help! Current Entry Requirements for US Citizen

    so it seems everyone has answered you. But what I want to know is how you managed only 6.7 lbs. Can you share your packing list!! No one has ever mentioned such a low weight that I have seen. Thanks.
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    Transfer time through CDG

    I have travelled many times through CDG to Bordeaux and while 1.25 is doable, it is very close and depending on timer of day and crowds, likely to be very difficult. If you have booked a ticket thru to Biarritz, they will put you on the next available flight out. I always check the time of the...
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    Knee pain...help!

    Here's a video that I found useful on using trekking poles:
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    Protecting skin from sun - June vs. October

    I completely agree with this. I've had 4 Mohs surgeries for squamous and basal cell cancers plus numerous little things "burned" off over the years. Most recently, I have had 2 of the 4 surgeries and started to worry too, but my dermatologist told me DO NOT give up hiking. It's healthy and you...
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    Making friends on the camino

    I would certainly spend time with you and I'm "old", but I'm not starting the Camino until Aug 27th. I really don't think you have to worry at all!
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    Post number 1 million on the Forum!

    Bravo, Ivar! Your forum is excellent and I am happy to have access to such good feedback from everyone!
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    Orisson

    Refuge Orisson opened up bookings earlier this week and I had a problem booking on their website so emailed and got a response ther next day. He fixed the issue and I reserved. But no confirmation yet.
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    Calling all spreadsheet nerds, I need planning inspiration!

    Thanks that's a very useful website!
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    Things I fear

    or you can do Paris Charles de Gaulle to Bordeaux by train directly from the airport.

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