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    VdlP water

    What's the best/safest way to fill the water bladder on the VdlP? I have previously bought 2 litre bottles to fill the bag. Advice welcome please.
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    Starting Via de la Plata & Sanabres on April 20, 2023

    I can’t help but respond to the call of the Camino…perfect experience . The VdlP has me puzzling over the weather in April & May. Sleeping bag or not? In the past, I’ve gone with a Thermalite sleep sack & silk sleeping sack. Have you previously experienced the VdlP in April? Would appreciate...
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    Starting Via de la Plata & Sanabres on April 20, 2023

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    Sleeping bag on VdlP April & May

    Is it necessary/vital to take a sleeping bag on the VdlP in April & May? I have a Thermalite sack & a silk sack. Will this be enough?
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    90 days to go and feeling nervous

    Greetings from Queensland's Sunshine Coast. I start walking the VdlP at the end of March. I too have walked several Caminos over the last 18 years but...I always change a few things when I embark on a new Camino. I have replaced my old Osprey with an Osprey Eja...it feels perfect and a little...
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    Accommodation on the VdlP: Do I need to book private?

    Fantastic, thank you
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    Accommodation on the VdlP: Do I need to book private?

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    Accommodation on the VdlP: Do I need to book private?

    I'm starting on the VdlP on 29 March & not feeling very confident re the accommodation in the early stages so far. It seems it's impossible to book the Albergue Luz del Camino in Guillena and according to GK's book, the Municipal has been closed since Covid. Is finding a bed each night on the...
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    Thanks Jenny Am quite excited about this Camino. I've walked a few over the past 20 years, but feel this one will be extra special. It's two months before the long haul across the world! Thanks for your advice. Annie
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    Trek & Travel only stock the Heliox. Did you find the EuroSchim heavy?
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    Thanks Jenny, I will call today, although odered one last night from the Forum Shop. My friend friend needs one also.
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    It did sound a bit 'fragile'. Maybe good for a late afternoon promenade down the Champs Elysees. I've already ordered from the forum shop...hopefully won't take too long to get here.
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    Weather in March and April along Via de la Plata

    Thanks for that. Also, do you think a sleeping bag is necessary? I have a Thermalite sac and a silk sheet.
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    Thanks for that. Wild Earth doesn't don't have them in my home state, although they did have a model called Dainty but no clips/clasps!! I'll try Sydney, otherwise it's the Forum Shop.
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    Thanks for the info. I hope I can get one to Australia before the end of March!
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    The compact version sounds perfect. Does it still attach/work as well as the telescopic version? Do you have a name/model number please? Did you order from Euroschim?
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    Yes, I have considered the single pole & hand held umbrella, although I may regret not going hands free on extra long distances.
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    Opinions on EuroSchirm Hiking Umbrella for March/April Sevillia Hike

    Hi All, I'm planning a March/April start from Sevillia. What's the general opinion on the EuroSchirm hiking umbrella?
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    Weather in March and April along Via de la Plata

    Hi Hikoi Did you use a hiking umbrella at that time of year?
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    Weather in March and April along Via de la Plata

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