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  1. TaraWalks

    Sun Sleeves?

    Sorry if this has already been suggested. THis is what I wear - very comfortable and no ban around the arm. https://www.solbari.com.au/collections/shop-all-accessories/products/shoulder-wrap-upf-50-coolasun-breeze-collection
  2. TaraWalks

    Pilgrims from Australia and the wonderful New Zealand

    I am from Canberra, Australia, and have completed three Caminos. We are planning a fourth in 2025. Everyone else has provided the info that I would have, except to say that we have the Great North Walk and the Great South Coast walk (which is newer). If you're a podcast person, my suggestion...
  3. TaraWalks

    Has anyone here started early April on the Camino Frances?

    We started around March 20, 2018, think that was a particularly wet year. We walked for 33 days and it rained for 31 of them. It snowed on that big hill in the forest after Montes de Oca and around O Cebreiro and Fonfria - we were post holing up to our knees at one point (we had to get off the...
  4. TaraWalks

    Another vasculitis question

    Mine went away after about a week. In the mornings, I used corticosteroid cream, took antiinflamatories given to me by the pharmacist and wore light that compression garments on my calves. I just kept walking and elevated my legs every day in the afternoon. It does go away eventually. You might...
  5. TaraWalks

    How did you prepare your mind for the Camino?

    I have walked three Caminos. The Frances with my sister in 2016, the Frances with my husband 2018 and just finished the Norte on June 22. Aside from preparing physically and having my kit in order, my mental preparation consists of having no expectations and expecting the unexpected. I also...
  6. TaraWalks

    Pepper spray availability in Santander

    Just a thought. My husband and I were accosted by four, unrestrained, barking dogs, running towards us, as we were heading into Corteporcos on the Norte. It was scary but I automatically went into beast mode. I screamed wildly at them (in both Spanish and English), made myself bigger, widened...
  7. TaraWalks

    5 “Unproven” Facts About Norte

    Currently on the Norte and agree with it all 😂
  8. TaraWalks

    LIVE from the Camino Norte in real time

    We fly out today and start on Wednesday. We’ll be a few days behind you! Buen camino
  9. TaraWalks

    Getting a Credencial in Hondarribia?

    Thankyou!
  10. TaraWalks

    Getting a Credencial in Hondarribia?

    Thanks for the tip. I’d forgotten about this. I had one of their Caminos for my 2016 CF. It’s another option.
  11. TaraWalks

    Getting a Credencial in Hondarribia?

    Thankyou for your replies 😀 We are travelling to Hendaye via train, walking to the Hendaye decathlon to grab a pole each and then getting the ferry to Hondarribia, hence trying to find a credencial there. If all else fails I could do the blank paper thing or chase one up in Irún 👍🏼
  12. TaraWalks

    Getting a Credencial in Hondarribia?

    That’s a good idea! Thanks 😄
  13. TaraWalks

    Getting a Credencial in Hondarribia?

    Hi @tjz, good point. I have tried this but the store is charging me $46.00 AUD for shipping to Australia. It will only allow me to select one shipping method, hence the $46.00 shipping. I've been meaning to chat to @ivar about it. Ivar, are there any other options for postage? I don't need...
  14. TaraWalks

    Getting a Credencial in Hondarribia?

    Thanks so much. We were hoping to not have to detour back if possible but will if we have to. Cheers
  15. TaraWalks

    Getting a Credencial in Hondarribia?

    Hi Everyone, My husband and I will be starting the Norte (and then Primativo) 16th of May. We have decided we don't want to start in Irun and would prefer to start from Hondarribia. Does anyone know of somewhere to purchase a credencial there? Thanks in advance. Tara
  16. TaraWalks

    Is there an equivalent to Cruz de Ferro on Norte / Primitivo?

    Lovely pics! Thankyou for the suggestion.
  17. TaraWalks

    Is there an equivalent to Cruz de Ferro on Norte / Primitivo?

    Of course. I know about how the CdF has to periodically be tidied up. Thanks :)
  18. TaraWalks

    Looking for Advice on Timing to Walk Camino del Norte/Primitivo

    I'm starting mid May too and I'm super excited but I have a band tour in my home country to do before I leave and one in EU after I finish, so lots to get done before I go!
  19. TaraWalks

    Is there an equivalent to Cruz de Ferro on Norte / Primitivo?

    We may! If we start from Irun, my husband and I will probably be about 5 days behind you, starting on May 17. We haven't decided if we are starting from Irun or Bilbao yet as we aren't sure if we want to do a few rest days before Dave flies home and I travel onto the UK at the end of June. But...
  20. TaraWalks

    Is there an equivalent to Cruz de Ferro on Norte / Primitivo?

    Thanks @BrianLCrabtree That may be the spot for me too :) Cheers, Tara

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