money/banking/budget

This is barely a Camino question, but I think it qualifies… After my last Camino I rented a car to do some further traveling in Northern Spain. Unbeknownst to me I got a parking ticket (or two) in Santiago. I never saw a ticket, they just sent it to the rental agency. The rental car company...

Looking for advice for a friend who is currently on the Frances. He has some dollars that he did not exchange because he was keeping it in reserve but now he needs it and is having trouble finding somewhere to exchange it. I believe he will be in Fromista tomorrow. I have been looking online...

Two friends and I will be doing the CF together beginning in March. Some expenses might be shared (private lodging perhaps) and some will be individual. To avoid having to pay 3 times at the table or other places, it would be nice to have a simple system of paying and splitting later. Does...

Does anyone know if there’s an actual currency exchange place in St. Jean? I am aware that I can get money out of ATM machines. Thanks in advance!

With regard to currency exchange fees and how to avoid them, there are suggestions to open a Schwab checking account and get their debit card. My credit union says they do not charge exchange fees from their end, but can not speak to any fee the merchant in Europe may charge. I am not sure if...

I realize this has been discussed in different ways...apologies for redundancy. I might have to economize in some ways when I finally do the Camino Frances, if not Sept 2024 it will be Sept 2025. Requesting feedback from veteran pilgrims. I realize fees will go up by next year. Just need a...

Good Day, I will start my French Camino on August 24th. I am going to use Revolut card and cash for all payments. Have you had any experience for Revolut on Camino.

I’m considering the Camino Frances route from St-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela. This would be my first Camino. I was wondering what people thought on the best budget for each day. Not knowing the breakdown of how much everything costs. Just trying to work out how much I need to save.

Hi, this might be a strange question but just wandering how much cash should you bring with you on the Camino?? Thanks

For those of you who are using the ATM colour chart. One bank is suggested at less than 2 Euro when in fact was 4.50 Euro per withdrawal

I have noticed a few threads about cards and with drawing money. For me as a UK citizen with the top 3 overseas cards, Chase, Clarirty and Barclay card, the main issue is where to find low fee ATM along the Camino. Any pointers appreciated.

Hi All - I am a debit card /cash only girl, its just how I live. I transfer X amount of money from a savings on to a debit card and then use my debit card. I've been looking into using the Wise debit card for my trip in under 2 weeks. It's known to be good card for international transactions and...

Good morning Pilgrims! My name is Cecilia and I will start the Camino Frances on 6-8. My quesiton is should I buy Euros in my bank in US before I leave or in SJPD? It's a big difference or not? Thank you!

I am currently walking the Camino Frances with my parents and am enjoying every moment. I brought some euros with me and loaded money onto a cash passport as I thought this would be safe. Unfortunately after checking my balance today over €300 has been taken. The transactions are online ones to...

Hello Fellow Pilgrims, We are walking for the first time in two weeks and getting all our logistic ducks in a row (all that we can think of, anyway) - we’ve done a little research and asked around on bed availability for albergues and received some useful reassurances on that front. Our...

I did a search in this sub-forum but couldn't find anything recent. How much cash should I bring for the Ingles? All of my pre-booked accommodations except one accept credit card. That one place charges 30 euros. I'm going to guess that most dining places along the camino take card with some...

Just made two first booking for the start of our Camino one SJPDP and Roncesvalles and wow prices are all levels but the base is starting for two around 120euro (175 Cdn) for two beds and some food. 45 day estimate is 7900 +/-. Prices have jumped over our last visit. Second thoughts now on a 45...

I’m not at all certain what the daily experience will be, which is the most encouraging aspect of this adventure. I’m am curious as to what the average daily expense most hikers engage? I’m thinking once or twice a week I might stop at a nicer hotel, but for the most part I’m looking to the...

OK this is kinda trivial- but it BUGS me so much ..... those EU coins jangling around in my pockets - heavy, damaging the pocket material. So I've decided to bring some type of a pocket-size coin purse or pouch. OMG there are TONS of them. Buit none seem to be quite right - Looking for...

Question… I’ve read with interest several threads on using a Spanish SIM or eSIM while on the Camino and I’m curious how people handle two factor authentication when logging into a bank site for example. Doesn’t that authentication code go to the phone’s registered number and if so how do you...