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Good morning from Santadem! I am currently on the Camino Portuguese. My plan is to spend 6 mths exploring Europe. I have researched the Schengen countries and it is my understanding that I can spend 90 days, within a 180 day period, in the 26 countries that are a part of the agreement. It is...
I was bitten at the albergue in San Juan de Ortega. Luckily I had treated my sleeping bag and backpack before leaving for the Camino and did not carry them with me.
I am currently walking the Camino Frances and am noticing tissues everywhere. It is inevitable the you will have to urinate/defecate along the way, PLEASE pack your trash out. All you have to do is keep a plastic/Ziplock bag with you to put your trash in, then through it away when you get to a...
I am walking the Camino Frances, and beyond, mid September thru mid November 2017. Will I need a thermal top and bottom? I plan to bring a rain suit and light weight down jacket. My thought is that if I layer, I should be fine. Thoughts? (I would prefer to hear from Pilgrims that have...
This is brilliant! I don't know why the mail order Rx companies in the USA are not using this as a marketing tool. I would absolutely use this service. F/U....I talked to my pharmacist, and they actually have a similar service that they provide for nursing homes in the area. They us blister...
I am having great difficulty finding boots/shoes that fit my feet properly. My feet are wide through the toe, narrow in the heel, with a high arch. I have tried many different brands, sizes, widths and they all make my toes/ball of foot numb.
Yesterday, I hiked 4 miles in my Chacos (with...
I would like to take a tablet with me on the Camino. This along with my cell phone (Android) will be the only technology that I will take. My reasoning for taking a tablet is that is will consolidate my books, guides, social media, and pictures. My question for my forum techies is which...
Camino Veterans:
After a long day on the Camino, does one go shopping before going to the albergue? If not, how does one keep a backpack safe while showering, shopping, washing, etc? I would love to know the average afternoon routine.
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