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  1. jimsantiago

    Travel Insurance for Americans

    I can understand trip cancellation coverage, but if you're a U.S. citizen, I don't know why you'd want or need evacuation insurance. Spain is a modern European nation. If I had a medical issue on the Camino, I'd just as soon seek medical care in Spain and pay for it out of pocket, as that is...
  2. jimsantiago

    what Camera option are people using

    Good call, Roland! I just put a capture clip on my pack! I opted to put it onto the shoulder harness.
  3. jimsantiago

    what Camera option are people using

    I own some of the Olympus TG cameras. I don't think there'd be an appreciable difference between one of those and a good smartphone camera.
  4. jimsantiago

    what Camera option are people using

    Starting in Pamplona next week for Camino #3. I'm planing to bring a Leica Q3. But there's a chance I may just pack my 30 year-old M6 and a few rolls of film. I only need one lens: a fast 35 f/1.4 I'd say that whether you use a phone or camera depends on why you're taking photos at all. If just...
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    What camera do you use?

    Yes! A nice compact fixed lens film camera and a few rolls of film. The Canonet is small, light, with an excellent lens. In fact, it strikes me that shooting film is very much in keeping with the slow, quiet and contemplative nature of the Way. We deal with digital things every day. Slow down...
  6. jimsantiago

    What lens or lenses did you used most if you carried a DSLR or mirrorless camera?

    Nowadays, I think that something like a Fuji X100vi would be the best choice for the Camino. But good luck getting your hands on one! Another (pricey!) choice would be the Leica Q3. On my first Camino in 2013, I took a Lumix GX1, which is a compact Micro 4/3 camera. That time, I only took one...
  7. jimsantiago

    COVID PCR requirements in Spain

    Yes, this is one of the reasons I mentioned a concern over the explicitness of the rules posted online. When room is left for ambiguity, airline officials may interpret things in unexpected or incorrect ways. But more likely, they are just following what they’ve been told, whether it is correct...
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    COVID PCR requirements in Spain

    According to the information at https://www.spth.gob.es/ “If you do not have the EU Digital COVID Certificate or equivalent, you must complete the SpTH Health Control Form, manually entering the details of your vaccination, recovery or diagnostic test certificate.” That sentence could be...
  9. jimsantiago

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD God Bless Moderators: Shutting Down Comments to Keep the Forum on Point

    I take your point. It is unfortunate that so many find it impossible to debate dispassionately and without resorting to personal attacks.
  10. jimsantiago

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD great airfares, but is it safe to go to Spain?

    This is a valid concern whether one is vaccinated or not.
  11. jimsantiago

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD More good news reported today

    It is not intended to be a political post at all. As a significant policy shift from a major regional power that could have regional influence, it would seem to be relevant to our discussion here.
  12. jimsantiago

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD God Bless Moderators: Shutting Down Comments to Keep the Forum on Point

    I was the OP of the thread in question. It didn't seem to get particularly uncivil to me, but I understand that we all have varying levels of tolerance for free and open discourse. In any case, we are simply guests here, and the mods have every right to manage the space as they see fit. I hope...
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    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD More good news reported today

    Facemask rules and covid passes to end in the UK: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-60047438
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    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Spain calls for debate on COVID as endemic, good news possibly coming

    This is good news for Spain, and long overdue. If something good comes of this, I will be walking in Sept. Spain calls for debate to consider COVID as endemic
  15. jimsantiago

    Starting my Camino from SJPDP on 3 Sep

    After a week delay, I'm finally on the plane to Madrid. SJPDP on the 9th and Pamplona by the 12th or 13th, depending in whether I stop for a break at Orisson. Buen Camino, friends!
  16. jimsantiago

    Cell Phone Options

    Here is another option that may work, depending on how you want/need to communicate. If you can wait until you have WiFi access, then you might be able to use Skype with your iPhone or Android device. Just install the Skype app on your smartphone before you leave, create an account and load...
  17. jimsantiago

    Solar charger?

    I looked high and low for one as well, but they were all too heavy. The Brunton Solarroll seemed to be about the best in terms of weight, output and compactness, but I figured there will be plenty of power available at albergues for charging, and in any case, I don't plan to use my phone much...
  18. jimsantiago

    Packing for September-October..

    You're probably in the neighborhood, Doug, but fortunately late summer is the season of sales at the outdoor gear companies as they prepare for the winter. Marmot just had their annual 20% sale, as did REI, Altrec and others. Taking advantage of these and using the REI annual dividend helped...
  19. jimsantiago

    Packing for September-October..

    This thread has been great and has really inspired me to look for further reductions in weight. I did end up pulling out a few more things and now my overall pack weight is 18lbs, or just under 8.2kg. Got rid of the Kindle, my extra camera lens, another t-shirt and pulled a few things out of...
  20. jimsantiago

    Packing for September-October..

    Wow, that Haglöfs lim 50 looks fantastic! A bag that light with a full zip is very rare. I wish they were available here in the US. I did look at some of the ultralight Western Mountaineering bags and they are also a nice choice. They make a bag called the "Highlight" that is right at 450 grams...

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