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  1. Jamieb

    Any experience in using your Non-EU Visa Debit Card with 6-digit PIN in ATMs?

    I did Portuguese route last summer - I had no issues at all using a 6 digit pin in ATM's in Portugal or Spain. I only used ATM's that were tied to big popular banks, during banking hours, just in case there was an issue. Would withdraw the money then walk up to the teller to have them break...
  2. Jamieb

    Water, water...

    I usually carried 1.5L of water. I had 3 of the store bought .5L plastic bottles, two with water and one with electrolytes and would refill as needed. I never used any of the public potable water fountains, always filled up before leaving the albergue in the morning and would top off in...
  3. Jamieb

    What do you wish you had worried less about?

    I wish I had worried less about time....I was so concerned with making sure I walked X amount of miles per day, I always felt I was in a hurry to keep on schedule. Looking back now I wish I had slowed down a bit, totally enjoyed the moment and know if I had fallen behind I could have easily...
  4. Jamieb

    How often do you take a break?

    Every hour or so or when I passed a cafe - always stopped for a bathroom break and snack/coffee.
  5. Jamieb

    Electrolytes

    I brought a tube of NUUN tabs and a few Liquid IV packets from home. I always had a .5L bottle of my electrolyte mix on me. I also did what a few others did - if I stopped at cafe and it was warm outside I would order an Aquarius. Someone posted "why would you need them?"...I walked both of...
  6. Jamieb

    The Second Camino - how much did it differ from the first (mentally)?

    I walked CF in summer 2019 and did Portuguese route this past May/June - 2 different experiences. Second time around I was way more relaxed, I knew what to expect and felt I was prepared. I did enjoy both walks but the second trip on the Portuguese route was different, don't know how to...
  7. Jamieb

    Albergue or hotel

    I did both back in 2019 and plan on doing the same next month on Portuguese route. Albergues for the most part with a hotel/private room every 3 days or so. I like the communal feeling and meeting of new people but I also like my down time, my quiet time where I can fully relax without the...
  8. Jamieb

    Staying at Paradores?

    I stayed in the Parador in Santiago after my first camino in 2019 and plan on staying again in June after Camino Portugues. It is my reward for finishing....I loved it!
  9. Jamieb

    Thoughts on “Santiago - the Camino within”

    It wasn't what I expected, too "churchy" - it felt like an ad for the Catholic church. I would only recommend this film to those that I know are deep in their faith/religion. Please don't come at me...LOL...I do understand what/why the Camino is about but for some of us it is not about a...
  10. Jamieb

    Caldo Gallego!

    One of my favorite things to eat while on the Camino Frances - I ordered it everytime I saw it on a menu.
  11. Jamieb

    Best U.S. $$$ Denominations

    I didn't even bother trying to find the best money exchange rates - I just factored that into my budget, it is what it is type of thing for me. I ordered $500 worth of Euros in small bills from Bank of America and picked them up about a week before I left Texas. During my Camino I think I...
  12. Jamieb

    Pre-first camino nerves

    I think it is normal to feel that way. I was extremily nervous before I left - I was anxious about everything from being out of the country for the first time, having to navigate public transportation from bus/taxi to trains for first time, just the fear of unknown. Looking back I was anxious...
  13. Jamieb

    Where was your most memorable stay and why?

    What city? I am starting my research/planning of the Portuguese route for next summer.
  14. Jamieb

    Passport, Credencial and Certificate Care

    I kept them in a ziplock freezer baggie with my passport. They did not get bent up or ruined in any way. I would then put them in the top part of my backpack or inside my little crossbody purse.
  15. Jamieb

    Poll Do you listen to anything while walking?

    I did both - I had many moments of walking in silence and also moments of where I needed the podcast/music to keep me going.
  16. Jamieb

    Did Your Camino Plan Work?

    I learned I was not a fast walker so I got off track of my original plans real quick then felt like I wasted alot of energy and worry to keep myself on track. My next Camino is going to be much slower and I will take my time and not rush.
  17. Jamieb

    Poll Which Camino are you planning next?

    I haven't decided yet. My mom had to end her Camino Frances early due to an injury - I don't mind picking up where she left and walking again with her, this time really slowing down and really taking the experience to heart. On the other hand I would love to do the Portuguese route from Porto...
  18. Jamieb

    Getting Cash on the Camino?

    I walked CF in summer 2019. Before leaving USA I ordered $500 in Euros from my bank in small bills. Only used the ATMs a couple of times during my 6 weeks - each time I used the ATM I withdrew 300 euros - I didn't concern myself with bank fee's, had already factored that into my budget...
  19. Jamieb

    Weather in June on the Camino Frances

    I walked this past summer June 6-July 9. Weather was great. It was cool in the beginning - wore my pants and layers on top; slept in a sleeping bag liner - most nights were comfortable, on the cool nights I would layer up or throw my jacket over me. After day 5 or so, I wore my shorts every...
  20. Jamieb

    What was your meltdown point?

    I had a "moment" after leaving Granon. Woke up that morning so lonely, missing my family terribly, just not in a good headspace. Cried off/on pretty much the whole day when walking, cried whenever anyone asked how I was doing - just a bad day. I am also not one to cry and show to much of...

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