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  1. Juspassinthru

    Camino phone SIM

    Big Paul, welcome. How do you plan to use your device? If you plan to make traditional phone calls I’d probably choose a local SIM/eSIM. If you plan to use it for maps, Google search or apps like WhatsApp I’d consider an eSIM from Holafly which provides some call time but more or unlimited...
  2. Kirkie

    One month out…this is getting real!

    Where did it go? I began a reply... ok. Never mind. Safe trip. The railway station in Pamplona has a bus stop for the number 9 bus. It might go close to your hotel. In any case, you will have access to cash to get on the bus? The distance is not far, less than about 20 minutes by taxi depending...
  3. JillGat

    One month out…this is getting real!

    What is the small belt around your waist? And do you mean that your pack is an Osprey Kestrel?
  4. JillGat

    One month out…this is getting real!

    It's good to ask questions about certain logistical issues, about intl. phone plans, money etc, and this is definitely the place to do it. I also book my first one or two nights on the Camino and I wing it after that. You really don't need to do the kind of detailed planning that you are (though...
  5. patriciafross

    One month out…this is getting real!

    My only comment is 22.5 poinds is way too heavy. My second stage last year in early September was from Cahors, France to Pamplona. It was very hot and I had a heavy pack ( probably around 20 lbs and I am 5’5” and 122 lbs) which did not help my back or my feet or the blister I developed on the...
  6. t2andreo

    One month out…this is getting real!

    t-Mobile: If you have t-Mobile, with the unlimited foreign data and texting feature, then your phone will connect to a t-Mobile roaming partner as soon as you turn it one upon landing at Madrid. I have been doing it this way since 2013. Never had a problem. After 30 days, they start to send you...
  7. Purple Backpack

    One month out…this is getting real!

    1) Phones: no eSIM needed with international plans from US. WhatsApp is huge and you’ll find yourself using it with your friends, albergues, Jacotrans and more. It’s pretty easy to use, just have someone show you the first time. 2) ATMs: I like to have a few hundred euro for arrival. I don’t...
  8. HBS60

    One month out…this is getting real!

    Thanks! I have the T-Mobile 55 plus Magenta plan, includes 500 GB of data, including international use. What I’m confused about is whether I need to turn on the “roaming” setting, I cant’ figure it out from what I’ve read. I’ve read in the past that I should leave the “roaming” off to avoid...
  9. trecile

    One month out…this is getting real!

    ...and ended up buying another high speed package when it ran out. I had a new phone on a contract and wasn't able to use a non T-Mobile SIM or eSIM. If you haven't already, install WhatsApp on your phone - it's what most other pilgrims and many albergues use. I only use ATMs where I can use...
  10. HBS60

    One month out…this is getting real!

    ...around 6:05 AM. Questions: 1) I recently switched to T-Mobile with international data coverage, so I don’t believe i need to worry about an eSIM, correct? Also: do I need to turn on “roaming” in settings? Does that make a difference in how much I get billed? I have zero experience with this...
  11. B

    SIM Card and ATM fees

    With Airolo, I know you get data and therefore email, mapping apps, etc as well as texting. However, can you make phone calls when not connected to Wi-Fi? In other words, if walking between towns, can I call ahead to reserve a room?
  12. Rick of Rick and Peg

    E-sim for both portugal and Spain

    The two big names in the eSIM world are Holafly and Airalo. I chose Airalo for my last overseas trip because I preferred having a bit more money in the bank than all the data the Holafly provided. I recommend the Airalo app. It is not required but it made eSIM installation easy, provided...
  13. LuckyOnMaui

    E-sim for both portugal and Spain

    I tried setting up my esim when I landed at Lisbon airport, but I was unsuccessful. I purchased a regular sim card from Vodofone in the airport, which only took a few minutes and was reasonably priced. Following are notes I took after speaking with my engineer friend, which will hopefully work...
  14. W

    SIM Card and ATM fees

    We used a Maya Mobile eSIM card with 10 gigs of data for $16. It was easy to set up and they have high ratings for customer service. I would suggest you first call your US provider and see what they charge to add European countries. I found the ATMs in Spain pretty tricky and very...
  15. Kathy F.

    SIM Card and ATM fees

    I use Holafly for an eSiM card on my phone. It seems to have worked well. I don’t stress about foreign transaction fees. I carry about €200 cash with me, refill as needed. Only refill at ATMs attached directly to a bank, just in case. For the same reason, try to refill Monday - Friday, when the...
  16. P

    SIM Card and ATM fees

    Just had good results with Airalo ESIM (you choose your region and your GB limit, it's refillable and less trouble than signing up for a cell plan). I bought the EU region to cover time I would spend in France, Spain and Portugal. If you can use an ESIM in your phone, look into this. I found...
  17. D

    Just returned! 25 April - 29 May - SJPDP to Santiago

    Hi Sarah, I loved your description and can’t wait to get back myself in the Autumn, what I’d like more is to carry a pack of 5.6kg as mine is always considerably heavier, please can you help this repeatedly overloaded perigrina ☘️🙏
  18. TheRealPixie

    Just returned! 25 April - 29 May - SJPDP to Santiago

    Th Thank you for sharing this. ❤️
  19. Rick Davidson

    cell service Sarria-Santiago

    Yes, get an eSIM from someone like Holyfly and you are good to go.
  20. Cicada

    Just returned! 25 April - 29 May - SJPDP to Santiago

    A good and interesting account of your Camino. I'm glad that you enjoyed it especially those early morning walks on your own. Many thanks from me who lives across the ditch!!

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