Problem 1: Locations that are posted close together on a map are not necessarily easier to get to by train. Solution: It takes 3 trains, 36 hours of not sleeping, a hangover, no shower (4 days!), and a chatty Italian to get to Biarritz. Problem 2: We chose to walk to town from the train station. Solution 2: Take a bus!! Especially after it´s been an hour and a half of walking up hills with our 70 pound packs, rain ruined map, and a couple of well warranted emotional breakdowns. Problem 3: Beds are unmade at our hotel!! Solution: Have beds made and sleep 9 hours. Eat. Sleep 9.5 hours again. Time period of no problems: We eat tapas, drink wine, and watch fireworks... Epa! Problem 4: Canadians named Chris Solution: Do not leave items with an over friendly Canadian´s locker (who speaks HORRIBLE spanish) to save 3 Euros because he will get annoying
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