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Communications

While most of Spain now has good mobile coverage for all major phone operators, there are still a few gaps in some of the coastal valleys – which is exactly where many of these walks will be taking you! Even so, it’s always wise to have a charged phone in your daypack, preloaded with emergency contact numbers (see Appendix B, Useful contacts).

Wifi coverage is available in most hotels and is nearly always free of charge for patrons.

What to take

Cairn at the summit of La Concha (Costa del Sol, Walk 20)

The two most important things to take with you when you walk in Andalucía are:

 water – always carry plenty of water. During the warmer months the greatest potential dangers are heat exhaustion and dehydration. Wear loose-fitting clothes and a hat, and keep drinking.

 comfortable, broken-in walking boots – no walk is enjoyable when you’ve got blisters.

With safety in mind, you should also carry the following:

 hat and sun block

 map and compass

 Swiss Army Knife or similar