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  1. La Brique Jaune

    How to store and transfer videos when I am on the Camino.

    Hi To all, I bought an action camera for taking videos of my next camino, Forthe context, I watch so many inspirings pilgrim's videos and I want to do mine for my future days, to remember. For now, I do not have the intention to create a Youtube channel. My videos will be see byfamily and few...
  2. P

    So… I actually need a walking plan/map to get me from Bordeaux to Irun

    Does anyone have a walking plan and map to follow if one wishes to walk from Bordeaux to Irun? I have an extremely circumlocutory plan for next May. I land May 2nd in Bordeaux… would like to walk from there to the ‘start’ of the Norte and drop down to an easy location to get me to a transit hub...
  3. Celi Anatrella

    Apps recommendations

    I understand the Camino del Norte has a lot of asphalt and I am grateful for the detailed notes from a couple of members to avoid it. I have the worst sense of directions and heavily relied on apps that showed me my location and where the Camino was when I walked my previous caminos. Any...
  4. B

    Alltrails app

    Hi I did a search but didn't see anything so just wondered if anyone has used the AllTrails app to navigate any parts of the Camino. We use it in Canada for our hikes and I found the route we are doing in Spain and downloaded them - so that all looks good - just thought I would see if anyone had...
  5. J

    No tech!!!

    OK. I did the C.P last year with every intention of not using my phone. However, my (grown up) stepchildren insisted I stay in some form of contact so I took my phone (from U.K), anyway I fell into the trap of using it for other things, from scrolling Twitter to booking accommodation (something...
  6. J

    Best apps for the Via Francigena

    Hi, We made a video about the best apps for the Via Francigena, based on our experience. What would you add? Thanks, John
  7. MARSKA

    Organizing tech & electronics gear

    I'm interested in how people organize their tech and electronics items (charging cord, power pack, charger, USB's, phone, plug converters, USB condoms, etc). Do you prefer a small lightweight case with compartments or just use a ziplock bag? Or something in-between? Buen Camino!
  8. asl

    E-Sim Cards

    For those heading out on Camino shortly, sharing this info from LifeHacker regarding E-Sim cards I didn't realize that the cards could be purchased in advance of arriving in Spain. (Admins - if this isn't permitted, my apologies and understand if deleted.)...
  9. peregrina2000

    How to remove tracks from google maps

    Now I need some help. I clicked on the google map link, and now my google map app shows all of these routes. I just wanted to look at the map, not download it! Can anyone tell me how to delete it from my googlemaps?
  10. JustJack

    Looking for a *good* online map/image that shows *all* the camino routes in Spain

    Such a seemingly simple thing, but I have struggled for a long time to find a good online map/image that shows all of the camino routes in Spain, and also includes the names of the different routes. I can find countless maps that show some of the routes, and countless ones that show all of the...
  11. Angela Stewart

    Buying A Phone in France

    We have just completed Camino Frances .One of our small group now needs to buy a new phone as hers has completely failed. In France does anyone have any advice that may be helpful If it will be difficult or ill advised . it would be nice to know as she could possibly wait to purchase a new...
  12. Maurice Frank

    PolarSteps Question - How to add a website link that works?

    Hello, I am preparing to walk my first Camino, the Frances, starting in mid-September. I'm comparing FindPenguins and PolarSteps. I cannot figure out to paste in a website URL into PolarSteps so that clicking the link brings the user to that web page. When I paste a URL into a PolarSteps...
  13. R

    Accommodation app

    Does anyone use in app to search for accommodation at upcoming stops? Be interested in any recommendations.
  14. kmrice

    App - km vs miles

    Anyone know if there is a way to make the Official App give distances in kilometers rather than miles? I prefer kilometers but can’t figure out how to do this. Thanks.
  15. R

    View Wise Pilgrim downloaded maps before hikingps before

    I installed Wise Pilgrim and downloaded Primitivo map. Can't open or view it. I only get to online Google maps at my current Home location. Can't click on Offline maps. Any help is greatly appreciated.
  16. S

    SIM in Valença

    Hello fellow pilgrims! My friend and I are starting Camino Portugués from Valença. The thing is that we are directly arriving from Porto Airport and may not have the time to get a SIM. Would we be able to get a SIM in Valença? I do see a Vodafone store but I'm not sure if they would have...
  17. J

    My location does not show up on the map

    I started the Camino in Irun 4 days ago. The app shows the route but not my location on the route. I deleted the download and then reinstalled it but it still does not work. My data roaming is on. Help!
  18. Pandy51

    Emergency satellite locator devices

    Do any pilgrims ever use an emergency locator device, such as the Garmin Messenger. It uses international satellites (Irridium), and the subscription service contracts initiate a local response. Just curious!
  19. B

    Portable Charger

    We need to take a portable charger for our IPhone on our Camino in Sept. We bought one on Amazon but it's too heavy and bulky - 1 pound. Does anyone have a recommendation for a brand that isn't too heavy? Thanks!
  20. gerryfletch

    Sharing my Camino Frances App

    Hello Pilgrims! I was recommended to share my app over here by a couple of Redditors, and figured today is as good a day as any since I just released Android support, along with Booking.com and WhatsApp direct link booking. Two weeks ago I finished my second ever Camino Frances, and due to...

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