On the Frances bars often will sell a bag of ice cubes and one can usually buy frozen peas in the nearest tienda, though don't know about the Norte and distances.
We stayed at Hotel 1898 which is just off the Ramblas. Convenient to everything. Do not miss Sagrada Familia. Visit the Mercat de la Boqueiria for the mounds of food and seafood.
Do not stay in an AirBnB.
First, the good news. Hokas or any other running shoe does not need to be broken in. Even if you were to buy a pair right before your Camino, they’re fine to start walking in. Now, the bad news (imho). Looking at your photos and the heal wear...
Darn tough and/or Injninji merino socks.
I’m still a fan of Ice Breaker for shirts and hoodies and underwear. I like the feel of the weave and have found them durable. I do not like the feel of Smart Wool on any of their products, it’s rough and...
Darn tough socks and Issoba tee shirts/ long sleeve tops. Both have served me well over 3 Camino's. Treated myself to new socks every year but tee shirts live on!
100%. See a doctor or physio.
The physios in Spain are great!
I've had shin splints a couple of times.
Though it didn't stop me.
I carry a foam roller to ease them a bit.
I've used a frozen bottle of water in the past.
Strapping from a physio...
I would seek professional medical advice.
Anecdotally, I have had shin splints a couple of times on camino. I kept walking and they went away after a few days. But this is not professional medical advice.
I’m sure many will have cherished souvenirs from their Camino. We had our certificates framed and have them on our bedroom landing wall . However today I was looking at our pilgrims passport and think they also need frames and adding to the...
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