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You are embarking on a long pilgrimage 2300km! I can see that you have enjoyed the preparation and seem to have thought of everything.
I would love to see the list of what remains in your pack at the end of the journey.
I found that I needed to carry more that 500ml water as I wanted to remain...
I can understand your hesitance to purchase everything in Brissy. Even when Kathmandu is having a sale the prices are exorbitant. Globe Trekker in West End is not too badly priced. I bought my boots there. Better still, try the Quartermaster's Store at Enoggera. They don't have a big range, but...
Hello haveslothwilltravel,
You will come across a lot of advice on what to pack and everyone has a different idea of what works best for them. Here I will attempt to give my version. I also walked in September/October.
Shoes - runners may be OK for you, but I found that hiking boots worked for...
Hello Christian,
I think it is important not to get sunburned. If one has fair skin it doesn't take long under the camino sun! I used sunblock each day and a foundation with SPF 15+. Also wear a good hat that doesn't blow off. Tilley hats are good.
Your girlfriend could also wear a scarf or...
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