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albergue list for camino francés, with camping

Albergue Life

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Nut & Gluten Allergies on the Camino

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Bedbug Issues on CF

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Santiago traditions?

Food and drink

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Accommodation with Communal Meals on the CF

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Some advice related to money, banking and budgeting while on the Camino de Santiago
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Low fee ATMs. Where

Water & Hydration

Some advice on how to get enough water while walking the Camino de Santiago
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Worth their weight in gold or 'don't bother' ?

Long Caminos - from home to Santiago

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From my doorstep in Germany - a (very!) long term project

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A frivolous question regarding credenciales past and present

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6-7 days walking for someone with arthritis

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