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Hola! Leaving on April 29 for my first Camino. We are planning to transport our backpacks each day, and stay in a combination of albergues and hotels. I'm debating whether to bring my gear in a duffel rather than a backpack since we're transporting. It's much harder to get to things in the...
Hello! Looking for a ride share for April 30 from Pamplona airport to SJPDP. Our flight arrives at 1:25 PM. Anyone else coming in about that time and want to share a taxi?
Hola! I will be walking my first Camino (the Frances) starting on May 1. I'm wondering about the availability of medical help should an urgent medical situation arise on the Camino Frances on the trail between towns, and in the very small towns? Thanks for any input!
I've noticed that stages in the Brierley book are different than the stages in the Dintaman and Landis book (the Village to Village Guide). I've noticed some discussion about staying 'off stage' being the less congested towns. But which book defines this? Any input is helpful!
Hi everyone. I'm just wondering if it's a good idea to put your name on all your things (pieces of clothing, towel, backpack, toiletry bag, etc....to avoid something accidentally getting picked up by someone else?
Hello! Is anyone interested in sharing a taxi from Pamplona to SJDPD on May 1? There are two of us, and the taxi can hold 4. Cost of 140 euros would be shared between 4 people. Our flight gets into Pamplona airport at 1:35.
I will be walking the Camino through all of May and into June, and I have narrowed down my rain choice to one of 2 ponchos: the Altus or the Decathlon Arpenaz. I understand I can reserve an Altus in SJPDP if I decide on that one. Any thoughts on which of these is better? And second question...
Hola! I will be starting my first Camino in late April (Frances). I'm wondering if anyone has had any tried using water shoes as an alternative to sandals for the shower and walking around after arriving at the albergue? I'm thinking for the spring, they might be a little warmer on cool...
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