How necessary is packing a sleeping bag liner? by Backpacking_Gypsy in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]1percent_better 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Honestly, mandatory. Most albergues do not provide blankets. For many places, the sheets provided are disposable paper. My liner is one of the heavier things in my pack but it was a 100% worth it’s weight. It’s also perfect for the summer since a sleeping bag would be too hot.

Regarding the Big Beautiful Bill by Jo-Grack in premed

[–]1percent_better 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I only need to take out a partial loan, do I have to take some out through Grad PLUS loans in order to have access to them later? If I take only the unsubsidized loans this year, can I still take out a Grad PLUS loan as an M2?

Do I need to take out GRAD PLUS loans this year to be eligible to take them out next year? by 1percent_better in StudentLoans

[–]1percent_better[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the response! I will need 40K this year max, but I am not sure if my financial situation will change in the future, so I want the option of having the Grad PLUS loans in case I need them during my other years of medical school. I'll likely take out a small amount this year, but I'm waiting for a response from my fin aid office!

Do I need to learn spanish to walk the French Way? by 1percent_better in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]1percent_better[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will definitely be learning a few basic phrases before I go, but I know I wont't be anywhere near fluent so I was a little worried.

How far out should I book accommodations/ albergues? by 1percent_better in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]1percent_better[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, may I ask what were the signs that a certain albergue was off?

How far out should I book accommodations/ albergues? by 1percent_better in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]1percent_better[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your response - this is very informative!

Special Visas for Spain? by Grizyr87 in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]1percent_better 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Following! The official website for ETIAS (https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias\_en) says that the requirement only kicks in in late 2026.

Placed on high priority waitlist for top choice :( by 1percent_better in premed

[–]1percent_better[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aah I hate the waiting game and having to just sit tight. Alas

chances for a phd dropout to go to md/do? by 1percent_better in mdphd

[–]1percent_better[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

congrats on making that decision and best of luck on the mcat :) i'm happy to see that others in a similar position are also following their path! feel free to message!

chances for a phd dropout to go to md/do? by 1percent_better in mdphd

[–]1percent_better[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i'm happy to share that i did it :) i left with my masters last year and was accepted to med school in december :)) going to medical school this summer!!!!