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I'm walking at the same time period and purchased a down-filled Lafuma bag that's at 1 lb 8 ozs. Regarding bottles / Platypus; you shouldn't have to worry too much about cleaning it out, as long as you only place water in it and don't use a drink mix.
Hi Cathy -
I'm also traveling through Bayonne and plan to start walking on the 11th. Likewise, I have many ups and downs of excitement and taking care of things at home before I leave. I'm actually traveling for 3 months through Spain, which is allowing me to take my time on the Camino and...
I'm traveling early September as well and was able to book a flight on Air France in Biarritz, without requiring an airport transfer. Boston to Degaulle; Lyon FR then Biarritz. I'm spending two days in the Bayonne/Biarritz area then heading to St Jean on an early train. When booking flights...
Hello --
I've already sorted out my travel plans to St Jean and plan to start the Camino Frances around Sept 10th (give or take a few days). I'm a bit nervous, since I had no intentions of the Camino until about 2 weeks ago. It seems some folks plan for years. My travel arrangements are for...
Tom,
I'm from Boston and arriving in St.Jean around Sept 10th (haven't decided if I want to spend some a day in Bayonne after flying from the states). I'm in my very early stages of planning and have found the John Brierley book very useful along with the internet forums. Likely won't plan much...
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