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  1. Willin'

    Any Way Around the Return Trip Ticket Requirement in Portugal?

    Hi, I went ahead and took the risk back in September. Nary a word was spoken about any return tickets when I checked through customs and immigration, despite the admonishment from the Embassy that I would need to show proof of onward or return travel from Portugal. My advice, based on this one...
  2. Willin'

    Should I bring a lock?

    Many thanks for the great advice folks. I'm on the Camino now so we can close this thread. I took the dry bag route but so far have not needed it since the first stages have all been something other than albergues. Cheers!
  3. Willin'

    Should I bring a lock?

    Many thanks for the kind advice !
  4. Willin'

    Should I bring a lock?

    Hi all, I'm leaving tomorrow for the full (hopefully, since this is my first Camino) Lisboa to Santiago and still researching money/credit card/ passport security. One site I came across mentioned that some residences have security lockers for personal things. I wouldn't have expected that at...
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    Well I'm off then . . .

    My flight arrives in Lisbon 9/13! Probably slim to nil chance of our paths crossing but I'm extremely nervous about the long stages from Lisbon to Porto (I'm just in from a 17 mile walk with a very light pack and I'm pretty sore) so look forward to your comments. Have a safe and eventful walk...
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    Any Way Around the Return Trip Ticket Requirement in Portugal?

    As a follow up, I just got a response from the Portuguese Embassy... I've already bought my one way non refundable ticket (dirt cheap through Azores Airways) so I guess I'll just take my chances. I'll let you know how it goes come September. Of course, if you don't hear back from me, it may...
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    Any Way Around the Return Trip Ticket Requirement in Portugal?

    That's what I was hoping to hear, but I'm a firm believer in the power of positive pessimism. IOW, the odds of something bad happening are inversely proportional to how much you sweat the small stuff. Ordering my credential tonight! Many thanks for the great, thoughtful replies, folks!
  8. Willin'

    Any Way Around the Return Trip Ticket Requirement in Portugal?

    That's an interesting thought. Let me check! Thank you!
  9. Willin'

    Any Way Around the Return Trip Ticket Requirement in Portugal?

    I was just about to pull the trigger on an incredibly low one way airfare to Lisbon from Boston when I checked the Portuguese Embassy site and found that proof of return or onward paid transportation is required before entry will be granted. I'm doing the Portugues starting in mid September and...
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    Time for a Sock thread!

    Well, so far I've spent a small fortune on Darn Tough, Injinji, 1000 Mile and Smartwool, plus I've found my wife's nylon knee highs feel surprisingly good and wonder what the rest of the stuff in her underwear drawer might feel like against my skin...for hiking people, get your minds out of the...
  11. Willin'

    Time for a Sock thread!

    :D:D:D Them was the days when shorts was shorts!
  12. Willin'

    Time for a Sock thread!

    Yeah, that was then...
  13. Willin'

    Time for a Sock thread!

    In doing research prompted by some responses here I found this very interesting link which I thought some others might benefit from... http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/reviews/shoes-and-boots/hiking-socks/smartwool-phd-outdoor-medium-crew So many socks, so little time!
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    Time for a Sock thread!

    I like the way you think, Dougfitz. It slowly dawns on me that I could spend a small fortune on extremely specialized stuff in this relatively short pursuit. Then there's all the driving around and internet time spent finding and researching. Woof! Once again, thanks all for the kind replies...
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    Time for a Sock thread!

    Thank you all very much for the great replies. Since price is a factor, I'm thinking of trying a few liner combinations. Maybe the knee high nylons (if I can find something that fits my size 12s) and injinjis under some merino outer socks. Should give me some foot for thought! ;0 Muito Obrigado!
  16. Willin'

    Time for a Sock thread!

    Hello All, Well, after too much reading, research and shopping I've finally picked out my shoes and got some 1000 Mile socks. My first impression on the XL socks is 'Gosh, they're very thin and tight!' and yet they are the largest size 1000 Mile makes. I'm trying to not overthink every aspect...
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    Help Me Choose My First Camino!

    Two- penneth? I'd make a tuppence remark, but it would only remind me of our dismal vice president, so I won't. Folks, this is what I was hoping for. I know I can't assess every aspect of every route in advance and still consider it an adventure, but life is short and your experience is helping...
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    Help Me Choose My First Camino!

    Hello all, Please be patient with me if I ask the wrong things... I'm un-accustomed to this board's software and am having a hard time navigating. I'm a 65 yo reasonably fit retiree planning to take my first (possibly of many) pilgrimage starting next September. I'll be traveling solo and...

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