Computer/ laptop for rent on Camino

[Laluz]

Hi,
I was supposed to start my Camino on March 11th from Pamplona, but got unexpected last minute job interview appointment for the same day. I'm not bringing my laptop and I know internet cafes are not so common these days.
Are there some laptops/ computers for rent in albergues that I could use for the interview? Or is there some internet cafe in Pamplona still working? Obviously, a bit of privacy would be nice as well. I know some libraries have computers to use, but I am not sure if I can talk there.
I expect to maybe have some other interviews on the whole Camino route, so what is the situation in other cities?
Thank you for your time

 

[mspath]

If you are flying to Pamplona you might check on line for business hotels with such facilities near Pamplona Noain airport.

 

[davejsy]

I never saw an Albergue with a laptop/computer to rent, and it's highly likely you will get any privacy in the potential other places you suggest.

Realistically your phone and headphones are your best bet for video/voice interviews, if you wish to do that on the Camino. You would obviously need to ensure you were somewhere with good signal at the appropriate time of course which could be tricky. It could be something that disrupts your Camino though IMO, but of course we don't all have a choice with these things.

 

[J Willhaus]

Hi,
I was supposed to start my Camino on March 11th from Pamplona, but got unexpected last minute job interview appointment for the same day. I'm not bringing my laptop and I know internet cafes are not so common these days.
Are there some laptops/ computers for rent in albergues that I could use for the interview? Or is there some internet cafe in Pamplona still working? Obviously, a bit of privacy would be nice as well. I know some libraries have computers to use, but I am not sure if I can talk there.
I expect to maybe have some other interviews on the whole Camino route, so what is the situation in other cities?
Thank you for your time

Can you use your phone? If that is not an option you might try a hotel with a business center.

 

[J Willhaus]

If you can use your phone and need privacy and strong internet, consider an AirBNB for that one night.

 

[Laluz]

If you can use your phone and need privacy and strong internet, consider an AirBNB for that one night.

I don't think I will have any other choice, thanks for the tips.

 

[rappahannock_rev]

It's been quite a few years since I last saw a functioning "Internet Cafe" on the Frances.

 

[oursonpolaire]

I saw a few locutorios on the del Norte, catering primarily to African and Latin American expats. Check with your search engine for locutorio placename. For example, Estella has three, Logrono seven, Sahagun five, etc... But for a job interview, you might be better placed with a private room in accommodation with good wifi.

 

[RJM]

Never saw any laptops for rent on the Camino and the last time I saw an internet cafe on the Camino was ten years ago, I think.

 

[Laluz]

I never saw an Albergue with a laptop/computer to rent, and it's highly likely you will get any privacy in the potential other places you suggest.

Realistically your phone and headphones are your best bet for video/voice interviews, if you wish to do that on the Camino. You would obviously need to ensure you were somewhere with good signal at the appropriate time of course which could be tricky. It could be something that disrupts your Camino though IMO, but of course we don't all have a choice with these things.

Thanks for the info, it will have to be phone and headphones.

I know what you mean, and I hope it's not going to ruin the experience. I don't want to miss the opportunity and it should be around 2-3 calls in 30 days so I hope I will manage without a lot of trouble. I feel like March is not as busy as other months.

 

[davejsy]

Thanks for the info, it will have to be phone and headphones.

I know what you mean, and I hope it's not going to ruin the experience. I don't want to miss the opportunity and it should be around 2-3 calls in 30 days so I hope I will manage without a lot of trouble. I feel like March is not as busy as other months.

I wish the Camino brings you luck I don't know what kind of jobs you are going for, but if the interviewer were me then you would certainly be getting extra points for being on the Camino.

 

[KariannNor]

I have used AirBnb lots of times in the south of Spain for many years, and have met so many good and caring hosts. Most people don't know what good they can do for you. Really helpful and service minded everyone I have met. And there are probably not many people who do not have a PC available at home. So I would contact someone and ask, there are many cheap rooms with a single bed in Pamplona.

 

[J Willhaus]

Just a reminder that toward the end of March will be Easter Week and you may want to make sure you have some reservations as the Camino will get crowded. Good luck on your interview!

 

[CalgaryLynn]

Similar thing happened to me years ago and I just went to a nice hotel and ask to rent an office space for an hour and a half. Cheap, quiet and worked out well......depends if you are near a bigger city though.

 

[lovelyshell]

If you decide to use your phone I’d recommend getting a cheap phone stand from Amazon so that your body is more relaxed or if you are like me and talk with your hands. Or get an octobuddy which stick to most surfaces.

 

[Laluz]

Similar thing happened to me years ago and I just went to a nice hotel and ask to rent an office space for an hour and a half. Cheap, quiet and worked out well......depends if you are near a bigger city though.

Great tip, thank you

 

[wynrich]

When in Italy on the Via Francigena, we found good computers in libraries. Don't know if they have the same in Spain, but I wouldn't be surprised. We were the only ones in the room using them but, of course, privacy wouldn't be guaranteed.

 

[truenorthpilgrm]

A google search turned up a few co-working spaces in Pamplona. They usually have booths or quiet rooms to rent for a few hours. Good luck on the interview, and been camino.

 

[Tony Wray]

Hi,
I was supposed to start my Camino on March 11th from Pamplona, but got unexpected last minute job interview appointment for the same day. I'm not bringing my laptop and I know internet cafes are not so common these days.
Are there some laptops/ computers for rent in albergues that I could use for the interview? Or is there some internet cafe in Pamplona still working? Obviously, a bit of privacy would be nice as well. I know some libraries have computers to use, but I am not sure if I can talk there.
I expect to maybe have some other interviews on the whole Camino route, so what is the situation in other cities?
Thank you for your time

Why not go to the Bibliotec/ library they have computers and ask if it is ok to do your interview .