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  1. M

    Near Death Experience on the Camino Baztan: A Cautionary Tale

    Somewhat ambiguous - the traffic is on the right so we should be walking on the left.
  2. M

    Flying a drone on the camino

    You are aware that in the UK, in a public place, you are "fair game" for anyone with a camera? The photographer would also be able to record your image when you are on private land as long as (s)he is on public land. Perhaps you are no longer living in this country? Commercial use of images...
  3. M

    Camino Francés guide for cyclists

    Jakobs-Radweg from Bikeline at Esterbauer. Text is in German but I found it worth buying for the excellent maps which show the walking route with cycle alternatives. Spiral-bound so handy to keep open on a handlebar-bag. The 2023 edition seems to be available on Amazon.com (NZ section) and also...
  4. M

    Disfrutar named best restaurant in world.

    "we were in a windproof tent in a puddle, sharing a fruit cake that had been battered into its constituent parts and washing it down with some Cup-a-Soup minestrone from a shared mug that tasted of that morning’s tea. It was, by some distance, the most delicious meal I have ever had."...
  5. M

    Hands up! Where are forum members from?

    The Wiki article concerns the political situation from 1801 to the 1920s - the modern title was adopted in 1927 (it would seem) - "The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland". Bradypus : apologies - our posts crossed. (edit)
  6. M

    St Cuthbert's Way - a short Pilgrimage route in the UK

    I need to begin by saying that we live within 2-3 hours drive of the Way so that we can plan expeditions within the time of the weather forecast - say up to 10-12 days ahead. We walked several stages of the St Cuthbert's in October last year, beginning on the 7th, with no concerns. In January...
    • mjal
    • Post #17
    • Camino de Santiago Forum: Europe
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    A great thanks to the irreplaceable @mspath

    The thread title engendered instant alarm - was Margaret seriously unwell or something worse? I was greatly relieved when I perused the entries. Perhaps it's just my mind-set as a retired family physician - years of frequently dealing in "bad news" of all kinds. I am always impressed by...
  8. M

    How to get Meningitis shot in Spain?

    Having the (correct) immunisation administered in Spain should not be a problem but you should check with the university that the certificate will be accepted... The Texas Department of State Health Services website is silent on this point but, if an exemption from the vaccine requirement is...
  9. M

    Should we give recommendations on the forum?

    This is the equivalent of the Tripadvisor one-star review which is based solely on a failure to answer the 'phone...
  10. M

    Ultimate Dog Repellent

    "when she’s just trying to say hello" The next dog-owner who says that to me may receive quite a surprise... We do not wish your canine to "say hello" to us - keep the animal on a lead - and use the lead properly i.e. it should be short enough to prevent any question of contact with the...
  11. M

    John Brierley is seriously ill - an invitation to send messages of thanks and support.

    An Irish Times article in December 2007 suggests that he was 59 at that time so now probably 74 or 75. Sad news - we can only express our sympathies and offer our hopes for improvement.
  12. M

    Ultimate Dog Repellent

    Not strictly relevant to the Camino but I think it is to the OP's concerns and to some of the opinions so far expressed. As a rural GP (family physician) in the UK, I treated a large number of patients with dog bites. My professional partners had similar experiences. Face the facts - dogs DO...
  13. M

    Pamplona lodging near train & /or or bus stations

    The "train station" is 1.5km from the base of the "ascensor" which conveys you to the edge of the Old Town with the Cathedral a mere 750 metres further...you will have been walking through streets with many bars and restaurants.
  14. M

    Don’t forget your driver’s license!

    According to www.gov.uk... "You do not need an IDP to drive in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein if you have a photocard driving licence issued in the UK." If your licence was issued in Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey or the Isle of Man you might need an IDP. And there are 3...
  15. M

    Crowding on the Camino Francés?

    As one who has taken up points made in earlier posts, I disagree : if remarks are made which, in a member's opinion, are contentious (or on other threads, frankly inaccurate) should they simply be ignored? Deleting comments is not useful - later posts may make no sense and, in the case of...
  16. M

    Crowding on the Camino Francés?

    May I say immediately that, especially since the advent of Covid, I am almost always in agreement with your posts? However... There is definitely a pejorative flavour to the idea of a difference between those who need to have their world predefined and those who trust to their own abilities to...
  17. M

    How to find a meal on a busy Sunday in Viana - are we doing it wrong?

    That was partly why I asked for expansion of the "long story" though a priest with possession of a pair of trousers belonging to a lady is quite intriguing in itself.
  18. M

    How to find a meal on a busy Sunday in Viana - are we doing it wrong?

    I crave the moderators' indulgence to allow you to expand the "long story"!
  19. M

    Advice please! West highland way vs Camino Frances

    You seem to be saying that June to September is LOW season for midges - am I reading this correctly? This opinion is not supported by my own (local) experience nor any of the usual online sources. "Midge season" is variable but can run from April/May to September. In most years, there will be...
    • mjal
    • Post #25
    • Camino de Santiago Forum: Europe
  20. M

    Tea on the go

    I am a little confused by the weight you quote for an "isothermic" bottle, especially your view that one with a cup is about double the stated 366g. GARRAFA ISOTÉRMICA DE CAMINHADA INOX 0,4 LITROS AZUL This product is from the Decathlon Portuguese website : weight 290g which I am sure includes...

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