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jamesjd

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Full Camino French Way 1st May - 9th June 2012.
SJPDP to Burgos 2013
Burgos to Santiago 20th May to 9th June 2014
Santiago to Finisterre 2nd to 4th June 2015
I have noticed many mention packing bed bug sheets and it made me think about those little nasty creatures. Have any of you seasoned travellers come across this problem before and if so is it widespread. What is the best way to deal with it.

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Thanks for that Oleg. I will be walking in May and just wondered what the current situation is regarding these bugs? Could be enough to ruin a Camino!
 
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