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  1. weradln

    Best Apps for Camino Frances?

    I walked from SJPDP starting in Mid April using only my iPhone 6, no printed guides. I had eCamino, Wise Pilgrim Guide, Gerald Kelley's Camino guide and Google Translate. Used them all as each has strengths and weaknesses but I used Kelley's the most. Bought a Movistar sim in Pampalona that had...
  2. weradln

    Booking accommodation along the Camino Frances

    I finished the CF today, starting in SJPDP. Was in Burgos over May Day when a crowd of Europeans took advantage of the 3 day weekend and started their Caminos. Seemed like the number of pilgrims around me doubled. I panicked and reserved Albergues for the first few nights but then relaxed and...
  3. weradln

    Comparing Brierley and yellow German guide now in English

    Downloaded the Kindle version last night onto my iPhone. Hoping that any updated versions will be gratis for a reasonable time from original purchase. Say two years?? Leaving SJPDP on April 17. Will give the book a good test.
  4. weradln

    Q&A for my upcoming trip

    I carry two debit cards and two credit cards. All MUST have four digit pins or European ATM's won't accept them . I carry one credit and one debit card together in a pickpocket proof trouser pocket and the other pair carried as a backup in a money belt. I do all my cash ATM withdrawals using...
  5. weradln

    Where to buy a sim card with data?

    FWIW I ordered online from simcardspain.es an Orange Ballena prepaid data sim card with 10 euros on it for 29.95 euros several weeks ago. No doubt a price premium for the sim card but is supposed to be ready to use so don't have to wait till Pampalona for cell service. Hasn't arrived yet and...
  6. weradln

    SJPDP Arrival Advice Needed

    Oops! Misread the TER Line 62 schedule. The last departure Bayonne to SJPDP is at 18h06 Monday thru Saturday. The later 21h10 departure is only on Friday, Sunday and holidays. Case closed. Booking a room overnight in Bayonne as mspath suggests.
  7. weradln

    SJPDP Arrival Advice Needed

    Scheduled to arrive in Paris CDG at 10:30 on Tuesday, April 14. If I'm on schedule it looks like I could arrive on the last train/bus at SJPDP about 22:15. I understand the pilgrim office stays open for the last train so I can pick up a Pilgrim's Credential. My question is what about lodging...
  8. weradln

    Buying supplies in SJPP

    Beware of Keen Newport sandals. The soles are very slippery on wet rock. Don't know if the other Keen sandals have the same soles. I switched to ECCO Sport Terra VG sandals which are very similar to the Newports but the sole has excellent grip on wet rocks and better arch support. Just spent a...
  9. weradln

    New Camino Guidebook

    Would you consider an ebook version? Not sure if the maps would work on a low resolution Kindle but like everybody I'm looking to cut my ounces. At this point I'm leaning towards carrying Brierley's map only edition and no guidebook. Chuck
  10. weradln

    walking with flip flops and short sleeves?

    I had planned to walk with my Keen Newport sandals. Did several 10 mile hikes on very rocky trails with no problems. Next I backpacked 9 miles in the Keens with a 30# pack over mostly packed snow. With Seal Skinz as a waterproof layer and thick wool socks my feet stayed dry & warm, but the grip...
  11. weradln

    Brierley on Kindle?

    I can understand Brierleys' position but I do plan to carry my iPhone, and a charger, and a 3-way electrical plug, as I need to keep my loved ones informed. So since I'm carrying it I'm considering leaving my Brierley at home and just rely on a few iPhone apps that I think might be useful...

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