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  1. M

    Bathrooms

    very funny I have seen the book Sil! And it IS serious! and true. Drip dry, carrying a bag for the TP and other items and waiting for the BM until you reach someplace that is indoors. Takes some adjustment but it can be done. WHATEVER your solution...PLEASE don't stop drinking...
  2. M

    thanks for the help

    El Camino Hey Dawn, I'll be looking for you! Mabel
  3. M

    mosquitoes

    DEET HI! bring bug repellant. Flies are notorious in the country. I have NEVER regretted bringing it along and neither have fellow caminantes who I have sprayed when they've seen its effectiveness! Mosquitoes yes. But during the morning and when you come across cow patties, especially...
  4. M

    Traveling to SJPP from Madrid

    SJPP Hi! I bet you have already looked at the threads. THEY CAN BE GREAT< GREAT GREAT!!! You probably already know to go via Metro (ask for help at the Info Desk in Barajas) to the bus station, check the schedule...get a bus to Pamplona. A cab from Pamplona is 68 Euros and about 2...
  5. M

    Pamplona hotel?

    Hostal Bearan I'm having problems locating the Hostal BEARAN.....HOWEVER, I have found the restaurant Basseri, from the Michelin guide. As the hostel is right there, no problem. However, I am looking at a comfortable hotel with internet connections close by...on the way in fact..>Hotel...
  6. M

    Pamplona hotel?

    Pamplona to SJPP & Accommodations I too am going from Barcelona to Pamplona then SJPP. Have decided to stay at Pamplona at the Hostal Bearan, sounds pretty decent. I have written to the turismo site in Spanish..don't know, zeke00, if you ever got a reply, but if I do, I will post the info...
  7. M

    Help in SJPdP

    what to leave on the bed Oh yes..definitely take your IPod with you!!! Camera, IPod, documentation and monies. I've left everything else behind and nothing was ever taken. If anyone rifled through my gear, they only found the bare necessities for hygiene and first aid, poncho for wet...
  8. M

    Help in SJPdP

    gear Hi Brad! You claim your bed and leave the backpack taking only your ID and money, camera. No one will take your dirty socks, journal, or hygiene stuff. Too bad...they could carry it!! I am pretty sure I am going to walk from SJPP to Huntta or Orisson and spend the night there, then...
  9. M

    Poll

    I think the poll question is VERY interesting! But hardly any answers! I am really curious about this poll question! Buen Camino to all the fellow peregrinos! m'bel
  10. M

    Help in SJPdP

    SJPP Hi...I just wrote about which route to take...Napolean or Charlemagne in anohter forum and leaving on May11th fromSJPP...so chances are we will run into each other, Brad! Sil----you recommended staying the day in SJPP and beginning early the next day.....what about spending the day in...
  11. M

    which route from SJPdP?

    Napolean vs. Charlemagne What a discussion! as an historian...BOTH appeal! But I too prefer getting off the asphalt whenever possible...there seems to be so much during the last 120 kilometers! Still, I think I will go the Napolean because it IS off the main route. The thing is...I am...
  12. M

    Sleeping bags needed in Galacia last wk in May?

    sleeping bags Hi! I just read the recent post by Leslie. My bag weights 1.6 lbs. and as I told you....I have always felt better having it! In Galicia it can chilly in the evenings, even in August. But I have always felt better just having it. My friend who did it twice did not have a...
  13. M

    Sleeping bags needed in Galacia last wk in May?

    sleeping bags Hi Peregrino I've always carried a sleeping bag and have been glad for it! I have a friend who used a sheet last time, BUT he also stayed in hostels as well as albuergues. My bag weights 1.6 lbs. worth the weight. In Galicia it can get pretty cool at night, even in...
  14. M

    The Coolest Secret Item

    laundry off the pack Thanks for the laugh, Leslie. yes, I am carrying grey. didn't anticipate this problem the first time! Mabel
  15. M

    Tents...

    tent I took a tent when I traveled by myself for 200 k's and used it once. I DID enjoy my complete privacy, I admit. But frankly, I don't believe I really NEEDED it. Mine was the lightest I could find. But believe me and I know others will agree.....if you carry "extra" weight you really want...
  16. M

    The Coolest Secret Item

    P.S. forgot although I dont' know if it is secret... EAR PLUGS. seriously. Even if you snore, you will want them. One time I forgot them....won't do THAT again! I also carried foot powder. I Don't regret the extra 6 or 8 oz! I have also always used zipper plastic bags of all...
  17. M

    The Coolest Secret Item

    Beginning to walk on May11th I am already packed and just doublechecking everything. FORGOT the deodorant which I have carried in the past AND the inflatable pillow (ditto). I like the idea of sarong.I packed a bathing suit and the sarong is perfect.Especially for the privacy...
  18. M

    We are new pilgrims from US in mid-May

    Leon etc Hi! I am in the dark about Leon although I may be able to find out. From Villafranca de Bierza it is a climb to O Cebreiro (but the town of O Cebreiro is beautiful indeed!). There are several villages along the way so you can walk 10 or 12 kilometers and find a place to stay (paid...
  19. M

    Walking the Camino next year in Spring

    weight on the Camino I have traveled a few times on the Camino. 18 pounds is more realistic if you keep in mind you will need to bring along fly and mosquito repellents, sunscreen and 3 pairs of socks are best incase the pair you wore the night before doesn't dry completely. Keeping...
  20. M

    INTERNET Cafes

    To anyone who has walked the Camino in the last few years: Do you know if there are any Internet Cafes in the cities? I would like to keep in touch with my family without having to make international calls. Thanks! Mabel

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