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    Unfortunate, but true...

    Every inch of the Camino is important! I suggest starting in SJPP, walk as far as time permits, then come back to that spot when time permits and continue. There is no need to rush to Santiago. It's the journey, not the destination! -Paul
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    Train from Santiago to Madrid airport

    The QR code by itself does *not* grant passage on the Cercanias subway train. You need to take your long-distance ticket to a Cercanias ticket machine, scan it, and the machine will print a free Cercanias ticket. The QR code is only valid for a certain amount of time after your long-distance...
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    CDG to Montparnasse - A Question of Timing

    I like trains, too! But sitting on a train for 4 hours after a 6 hour flight was not appealing to me. In my opinion, the time is better spent in SJPP. Save your train ride experience for somewhere in the Swiss Alps. -Paul
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    CDG to Montparnasse - A Question of Timing

    The benefit of EasyJet flight to Biarritz is that you never need to leave the airport and is faster than the train. -Paul
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    Proof of onward travel

    By training long before your Camino, you will have a better understanding of your abilities and will be more able to predict with better certainty of your return date. -Paul
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    Flying from the US

    The object of the airline business is to fill all seats in the plane because that is the only time the flight is profitable. I suspect American and Iberia both have sales quotas on the same flight. Each have made different progress on their quota, requiring different discount strategies. Book...
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    Carry-on packs

    There is no such thing as guaranteed check-on luggage! The airline can require you to check luggage of any size at any time. The best you can do is increase your odds by having the carry-on size as specified by the airline and boarding early. When the bins are fully, you will be forced to...
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    Buying bus / train tickets in Spain

    Train tickets are now sold on-line just like plane tickets. Prices can change in a nanosecond! All the games that you play to get airline tickets now apply to train tickets. This is especially true to the faster long-distance trains. If there is seat availability, you may be able to purchase...
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    US to Paris (CDG) to Pamplona?

    It depends on if you prefer carbon waste (plane) or nuclear waste (train). Since electric power generation in France is about 70% nuclear, then trains are basically nuclear-powered. There is no free energy! -Paul
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    Travel Question - Car rental and driver's license

    Travel works differently in Europe! In the US, I travel with a rental car. In Europe, I follow the locals and use public transportation. In Europe, public transportation on trains and buses are often a better option than a car. Public transportation in Europe is modern, faster and more...
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    Accommodation for Madrid airport

    The Madrid airport hotels are in a terrible location even with the free shuttle service.! There are no restaurants or anything else in the local area. Food options are mostly limited to the hotel restaurant. I find it is far better to stay in Madrid off Plaza Puerta del Sol area where there...
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    Spanish railway map, simplified...

    Before the Internet, I travel with a hardcopy of Thomas Cook European Rail Timetable. It's still in print and might be useful if you are unfamiliar with the European rail network. -Paul
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    Best way to get to St. Jean Pied de Port from Ontario Canada

    There is no single "best" way to get to St. Jean Pied de Port from anywhere! You must search all possibilities and see what works best for your situation. It is very helpful to have previous independent travel experience in Europe before planning your Camino. It requires much more planning...
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    Family "Vacation" Ideas

    If you are walking the Camino and the rest of the family is at the beach, then you are missing out on the family vacation! I suggest separate trips for a family vacation (with all the family) and the Camino. If you have limited time and money, I believe family responsibilities are more...
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    Paris to SJPDP

    What about your nuclear waste footprint? The trains in France are powered by electricity generated from over 70% nuclear power. You are going to leave footprint somewhere! -Paul
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    Paris to SJPDP

    There are much better routes that are more efficient and more scenic by train in Europe, such as London-Paris on Eurostar or the Glacier Express in Switzerland. I suggest that you opt for efficiency of the plane and save your train experience for another trip. Don't try to do everything in one...
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    Paris to SJPDP

    I'd recommend EasyJet from CDG to Biarritz, then Express Bouricot to St Jean. That will get you there much faster than the train if you schedule allows for the connection in CDG. -Paul
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    France to launch summer rail pass in 2024

    Eurail and Interrail are similar but there are differences, especially in price and where to buy them. -Paul
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    France to launch summer rail pass in 2024

    I believe the once popular Eurail pass can only be purchased outside of Europe, so it is specially for non-Europeans. -Paul
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    AVE train from Madrid to Sarria

    Train schedules change seasonally, so keep checking. Rail ticket prices used to be mostly fixed, but thanks to the Internet, rail service have adopted the airline model, so prices can change by the second. Be sure to get tickets in advance for the best price. -Paul

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