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  1. Tim Greig

    Monastery of San Xulián de Samos

    I went to Samos rather than the direct route. Personally I didn't think the monastery was worthwhile. There was no English tour; the 1950s artwork, in my opinion, was poor. I didn't spend the night which might have been good. I wonder how many people visit Samos, my guess is not so many. If...
  2. Tim Greig

    NEW & Improved Camino Blogging Survival Guide

    Many thanks for your excellent guide. It's all good advice. I prefer to pay Wordpress.com which means I use my own domain name and gives me access to their experts. They can setup your website while you watch, according to your instructions! When I finish a pilgrimage, I copy my blogs into a...
  3. Tim Greig

    Hiking umbrella

    Last summer, what a scorcher! 2200km Via Francigena, no shade, no rain. I walked underneath Ivar's solar umbrella. Lifesaver! Even the flies came under for a bit of relief from the sun.
  4. Tim Greig

    BBC Program "Celebs" on the Camino

    But hopefully it will be good. Let's not criticise until we've seen it.
  5. Tim Greig

    Best Free Camino Frances App with Offline Maps (GPS)

    I use ViewRanger too; the Le Puy route is very well waymarked but it is reassuring to see yourself on a high quality map. I advise experimenting with the GPS settings on your phone to preserve battery life.
  6. Tim Greig

    Hornillos accommodation recommendation not meeting point

    Glad you found somewhere. I stayed at Meeting Point last year and it was very good
  7. Tim Greig

    Insoles/inlay soles i Spain

    Be aware that buying new insoles is similar to buying new boots. Your comfy old boots may suddenly become a size too small if the new insoles are too thick. Best to wear them in before starting the Camino.
  8. Tim Greig

    Sleeping bag versus Liner

    Imagine sleeping in an Albergue with dozens of people crammed in a tiny dorm with the window shut in mid summer. A liner is enough.

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