In Pamplona and Need Assistance

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juliecarteraz

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Frances, May 2013

• May 16, 2013

• #1

Hi: I started my Camino earlier this month. I have injured my left leg and cannot continue. On my travel to Spain from Phoenix I carried my backpack on board the aircraft. In my present condition, I can barely walk. I am not able to walk and carry my backpack. I am hoping to buy a suitcase with wheels so that I can place my empty pack and clothes in it and check the bag through from Madrid to the US. Does anyone know where I might go to buy luggage in Pamplona? I am in a hotel on San Ignacio and Avenida Baja Navarra. Thank you for any ideas you might have.

 

pattymo97206

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Walked 360km (2012) Planning 790K May (2014)

• May 16, 2013

• #2

Julie, I am sorry about your injury preventing you from continuing. I'm wondering if someone at the hotel where you are staying can help you find what you need. I know this isn't much help, but it's worth a try. Good luck and have a safe journey home. And, let us know how this resolved.

 

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juliecarteraz

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Frances, May 2013

• May 16, 2013

• #3

Thanks, Patty. The young man at the front desk -- although very nice-- did not have a clue as to where to go to purchase luggage. That was my first thought, also.

 

SabsP

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• May 16, 2013

• #4

El Corte Ingles : the best known department store in Spain.
Close to your hotel!

http://www.turismo.navarra.es/hol/organ ... px?o=3730&

Not the cheapest but good quality stuff.

Good luck!

 

grayland

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• May 16, 2013

• #5

Look at this thread. There is a new Pilgrim Shop run by an ex-pilgrim.
He will look after you and get you to a place to get what you need.

el-camino-frances/topic17552.html

 

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juliecarteraz

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Frances, May 2013

• May 16, 2013

• #6

Thanks, Grayland and Sabrine!

 

nreyn12

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• May 16, 2013

• #7

Hi Julie,

I am in Pamplona now...let me know if I can help in any way. I have seen inexpensive luggage - all sizes, on wheels - at the Asia Bazaar shops directly on the Camino route.

Nancy

 

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juliecarteraz

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Frances, May 2013

• May 29, 2013

• #8

Hello Everyone: I purchased a suitcase at El Cortes Ingeles. I have made my way back home to Arizona after taking the bus from Pamplona to Madrid. I have already been to see an orthopedic doctor who suspects a tear in the meniscus. I had an MRI this morning. My first question is going to be "how long before I can go back and walk the Camino?" Thank you so much for all of your support. I cannot wait to get back. I am telling my friends and family that my trial run is over, and I learned a lot for my real Camino!