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Camino Del Norte: where to start from for the best coastline?
I’m walking the Del Norte now. Currently 22 days in. I believe Irun to Bilbao is the best part so far, but is challenging. Then head to the other end of the trail.- KiwiMike
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- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🇪🇸 Camino del NORTE (from Irún)
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Taxi on the Camino del Norte
I am on Del Norte now. Because of bad blisters I had to get a taxi part of the way a few times. First, try Uber. It is available in some places and is 75% of taxi prices. Otherwise local taxis, bus or train as suggested. While I’ve seldom used them, I researched the options every day for a...- KiwiMike
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- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🇪🇸 Camino del NORTE (from Irún)
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What would you tell a new pilgrim NOT to do ?
Don’t put antiseptic cream on blisters! It makes them softer and multiplies the problems. On the Del Norte, don’t under plan either. Sometimes accommodation is very difficult and you need to look ahead. Two weeks on Del Norte so far, travelling alone. Yes, I did train. No, I have never had...- KiwiMike
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- Camino de Santiago Forum: Life on the Camino - Miscellaneous Topics
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Cautionary tale about walking alone in the wild
Great news and they are a great device. However if you are walking in isolated areas, you might not have cellphone connectivity. I'll opt for the PLB and shell out the few hundred dollars for it.- KiwiMike
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- Camino de Santiago Forum: ⚠️ Safety & Security on the Camino
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Cautionary tale about walking alone in the wild
I carry a personal locator beacon. It costs a few hundred dollars but guarantees that an international help system jumps into life if it is triggered. Bought one for my daughter when she walked the appellation trail and made everyone feel a lot happier. Five years later it is carried on all...- KiwiMike
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- Camino de Santiago Forum: ⚠️ Safety & Security on the Camino
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