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  1. scikowski

    A stupid washing thing..

    I also use Lush bars but can't get the lid off the tin. I use one of Lush's pots with the screw on lid (after using all of the cream that came in it) but drill holes in the lid for ventilation. They are just the right size for the bar. The parchment idea is genius!
  2. scikowski

    Packing Toiletries for Lightweight Travel on the Camino de Santiago

    My Dr Bronner's all leaked out into my pack. Make sure you put it in a zip lock bag or use a different bottle from the one it comes in. Buen Camino!
  3. scikowski

    Packing Toiletries for Lightweight Travel on the Camino de Santiago

    My Dr Bronner's soap all leaked out into my pack. Make sure you put it in a zip lock bag or put it in a different bottle than it comes in. Buen Camino!
  4. scikowski

    The Lush shampoo bar review thread

    I have used both Godiva and Karma on the Camino, for all purposes. I simply can't get the top of the tin box, so I used the small black tub Lush puts its creams in and drilled a few small holes in the top to help it dry. I patted it with my towel before stowing it. I have short, curly hair and...
  5. scikowski

    Money, credit card, passport+camino passport weather and security

    I use a cotton neck pouch but I loop it around my bra strap instead of wearing it around my neck. I tie a knot in the cord to make it the right length. Everything inside (passport, some euros, credit card) is in a ziplock baggie. Credencial goes in the top pocket of my pack, extra euros hidden...
  6. scikowski

    May 31st Departure from California to Madrid

    I have flown from SFO to Madrid, then on to Pamplona. Easy, but a long day, especially if you continue to SJPP on the "same" day. You can also fly into Madrid and stay overnight if the transportation isn't convenient the same day. I am the kind of traveler who likes to plan everything in...
  7. scikowski

    Name the one thing you could never have prepared for

    I thought I was the only one! This time I tried little silicone toe "sleeves" and my toes blistered under the nail but I didn't lose the nails. I've tried taping, extra vaseline, anything I can think of, and my shoes and socks are big enough that my toes don't touch the ends.
  8. scikowski

    Packing list help!!

  9. scikowski

    Accommodation from Porto

    I just returned from the CP from Ponte de Lima to Santiago. No problems finding beds but did use private albergues a few times, without reservations. You can call ahead to make reservations at many of them if you are worried about finding a bed. Lonestarmatt makes good points about the footwear...
  10. scikowski

    Madrid airport, hotel recomendation

    I recently stayed at the Melia Barajas Hotel, booked through Booking.com. It is a four star hotel but the rate from Booking.com was around 90 euros including tax. Look for the bargains on the website. There is a shuttle that runs every half hour and takes only a few minutes to get to the...
  11. scikowski

    Wake up! It's a Camino not a Shame-ino!

    I use labels with my name and phone numbers on my poles. Won't work in the dark, of course, if someone picks them up accidentally and can be removed if someone takes them purposely. And I use diaper (nappy) pins on the clothesline, having had garments go off with other pilgrims on past caminos...
  12. scikowski

    Shipping a pack

    I think they have DHL shipping there but I have no idea how to do it. I am planning on doing the same thing, sending my "tourist" stuff on to Santiago, so I am hoping for some direction from pilgrims who have done it. Sue
  13. scikowski

    Repellency of selected chemicals against the bed bug

    Does this mean that you would have to treat everything every day?
  14. scikowski

    Pollen?

    The first time I walked the Camino in April, Sarria to SDC, it was beautiful and full of flowering plants. No sign of allergies. The second time, pretty good weather, slight allergies. The third time it rained the whole time so no problems. The next time, oh my gosh! It was just like at home and...
  15. scikowski

    Documents /cash/card carriers

    I use a silk neck pouch, but I loop the string part around my bra strap so it isn't around my neck. I adjust it so the pouch hangs above my belly button so it doesn't bend when I do. I keep my passport and, credit card and most of my money in it. Money for the day goes in a small wallet in my...
  16. scikowski

    Lost my phone !!!!!!

    On my phone's "lock" screen I used a photo with my name, city, state and country, my email and my husband's cell phone number. I think that's pretty much all the info I'd want someone to have if I lost my phone.
  17. scikowski

    Scrubba Bag on

    I am taking a 35 L dry bag this time. I like to have more than one reason to take anything in my pack. The dry bag can be used for laundry, for keeping pack contents dry if it is very rainy, or for checking my pack leaving Santiago because of my hiking poles. It is ultralight and takes up very...
  18. scikowski

    Camino Portugues

    My daughter and I will be leaving from Porto mid-may
  19. scikowski

    edema solutions

    I agree with using compression stockings. Put them on before you get out of bed in the morning so any swelling will be minimal. Be sure you use these on training walks before you travel to make sure the ones you choose will work for you. If you feet/legs are really swollen at the end of the day...
  20. scikowski

    Taxi from Santiago to Labacolla Airport early morning

    I have arranged for a taxi from my hotel in Santiago several times, arranging it from the front desk the night before. 5:30 is plenty early to leave; as mentioned above, the airport is open but workers don't arrive until almost 6:00. Buen Camino!

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