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    considering canceling my trip :(

    Dear Mr Bath, Thank you for posting and welcome. When I started to train for my 2016 Camino, I was healthy and in fairly good shape... I set out (wet BC) with my full pack on the local trail... WHOA!!! I'm gonna die!!!! My pedometer said I only walked 12 km... How am I going to do 25 km??? I...
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    Worth carrying?

    Hello Shston Girlfd, A very light not see-through extra large scarf . I used it for privacy when needed, as a pillow case on occasion, as a saron for a night trip to the washroom (I slept in my undies and a t-shirt), as a blanket on the plane, as an extra towel,as a light blanket on a dreadful...
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    Bra Recommendations

    Hello twirl90, Whatever you choose, take into consideration the showering situation: small space, humid and difficult to get dry with a itsy bitsy towel. My sport bra did not have the clips on the back as the one suggested by Tillyjones . I had the kind that you put over your head and slide...
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    Is it safe for a woman to walk alone on Camino?

    Hello sister! Thumbs up for your feedback! I read your posting only after had written mine and I am delighted to see your positive attitude. I resonate 100%
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    Is it safe for a woman to walk alone on Camino?

    Hi Alexandra, I did my first trip to Europe for my first Camino in September. It was a great feeling to venture on my own. I wasn't truly "alone" ...very often there were friends I met to walk with and when I chose to walk in solitude it wasn't like if I had the whole place to myself very long...
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    First pilgrimage in September/October

    Hi Liddybee, I also flew to Biarritz and went right away to SJPP. I did not have transportation booked from Biarritz to SJPP but I needed not be too concerned as the bus is right outside that takes you to the train station in Bayonne. It was a joy to take the bus and the train with other...
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    Post Camino depression

    Oh dear! I could have use this topic a few months ago! I am a type A personality with "the cup is half full" kind of attitude. I have experienced mild blues from time to time but I would pick myself up and dust myself off and count my blessings that is until I returned from my first Camino...
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    First pilgrimage in September/October

    Congratulation Liddybee! I walked from SJPP Sept 5, 2016 to Santiago Oct. 7... I am still in awe of this experience and feel so glad for you. Yes, indeed this forum was my Camino family before getting there. I was amazed how all my research and planning went out the window ounce I got there...
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    Fanny pack/Bum bag...

    LOVED my Fanny pack from OSPREY! It is curve shaped to sit snugly in front when worn as a fanny pack and it converts into a sling purse (looks like a nice little purse then) for later on... The belt is perfect and would discourage slashing with a knife by a thief (as in a crowd like a purse...
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    278 041 pilgrims got their Compostelas in 2016

    Soon after buying my flight and committing to walking the Camino, I found out about the Year of Mercy... "Oh no, there's going to be so many of us!" Crowd is my nemesis... Well, I made it into the statistic! I walked the Camino Frances from SJPP to Santiago in 2016. Yes, it was busy... But it...
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    First Time Pilgrim

    Hi Bob, how exciting! I did my first this September and I walked on and off with pilgrims in their 60 and 70 and was in awe of their stamina ... age is not as relevant as a right attitude and right gear! Keep it light and comfortable. This forum was priceless for prep. both in pragmatic...
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    First Time Pilgrim

    Welcome Bob, How exciting to be planning your journey. Age did not seem to matter but attitude did!!! Pack light but do include 3 pairs of good socks... you will be very glad of your clean option! Also as others have mentioned, walking poles are a must. I recommend the rubber tip as they do not...
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    Recommendations for Albergues between Santiago and Finisterre and Muxia

    OCEANUS in FINISTERRE IS THE PLACE!!!! I have just returned... The morning that I was to depart Santiago for Finisterre, I overheard a perigrina telling someone of the most wonderful Albergue in Finisterre... "Excuse me? May I please have the name again?" After much praises of the facility she...
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    I-Phone Tech Q

    Very useful info...Thanks x3
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    I-Phone Tech Q

    Great recommendation. Yes, It makes total sense to keep my account open and just switch SIM card. I will do the switch while in Spain and ensure a secure spot for my Can one. I have never worked at April Point and unless you had children attending our amazing childcare center, I'll be surprised...
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    I-Phone Tech Q

    Yes indeed! That is why I had data locked on my phone, did not need to use my phone for it and why the risk? No I will review what needs to be set up and be vigilant as well. Thank you for thinking of me.
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    I-Phone Tech Q

    I am so proud of myself .... I was starting to think that my iPhone 4 might be too outdated for my trip... should I get a new one? :eek:$$$ ouch! (and I really do not need it! No reception at home on Quadra Island. Land line and Internet is where it's at for my neighborhood.) OK Back to why i...
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    I-Phone Tech Q

    Very good point regarding respecting the peace of other pilgrims and sparing them listening to private conversation while Facetiming, I think it would be best that I set up an additional option to communicate with love ones... e-mail? Texting? I need to be a big girl and get my apps together...
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    I-Phone Tech Q

    Hi Jordon, thank you so much for all that great info. I was totally wondering about the space on my phone and icloud... I will research all the great suggestion you so kindly assisted me with... as for Skype... Had it set up a few years back while on a trip... it had a glitch on the home...
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    I-Phone Tech Q

    Hello josero, I am leaving from Comox for the Cf on Sept. 2nd. I am not a techy and have been spending hours trying to decipher what would work best for staying in touch on my journey. I have an i-phone 4 that I barely need or use (need to unlock it). I have a tablet that i use for travel but...

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