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BarbaraW

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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Pacemaker Implant Surgery Tomorrow. A New Phase for Future Caminos..
      Very best wishes, from one who has learnt so much from you. I hope all goes well tomorrow and you are soon able to be planning your next camino.
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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Showers.
      If you do wish to shower in the morning please take account of the exact bathroom configuration. I've been in an albergue where both bathrooms, each containing shower, toilet and basin, were occupied by people taking long showers. There was a...
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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Getting from Madrid to San Sebastian.
      Luz, as in my previous post the bus takes five and a half to six hours. It will be a bit less from the airport. The website for tickets is alsa.es
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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Getting from Madrid to San Sebastian.
      If you're flying into Madrid and not staying there some of the buses pick up at the airport, which may be easier. San Sebastian is lovely, compact with an interesting old quarter, good food and lots of places to stay. Cheaper than Madrid, though...
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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Getting from Madrid to San Sebastian.
      Just done this journey today! I went by bus from Madrid as it was considerably cheaper than train when I booked. Alsa.es is the website, takes 5.5 - 6 hours, depending on which departure you book - there are many. There may be other companies...
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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Packing List: Welcome All Comments!.
      It's definitely a good start. Once you have the layering idea it becomes much easier. I'll own up to being a gram counter, and was surprised how much containers for things (eg glasses,money, toiletries, waist pack) can add up in weight. I am...
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      BarbaraW reacted to Tincatinker's post in the thread Taxi? Can they find us in the middle of nowhere? with Like Like.
      In my experience if you have cash a taxi driver can find you anywhere. That said local bars are the best resource for taxis, possibly a bed that isn’t on Berking.con and even a drink while you’re waiting for the taxi
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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Santiago to Zamora - Camino Sanabres.
      Last Saturday. But I was only commenting on Santiago - Zamora.
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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Santiago to Zamora - Camino Sanabres.
      A vote here for the train. From SdC is comfortable and fast. The bus station at Zamora is rather basic, though the man in the consigna (left luggage) was very helpful. It seemed that it is only served by Alsa buses.
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      BarbaraW replied to the thread Upcycle walking poles.
      Pilgrim House had a lot of poles when I called in last week. It's an absolute oasis in busy Santiago.
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