London 2012 LIVE!
Months ago, we realized that the time we wanted to be in London would be at the same time as the Olympics. Now, this was not planned strategically… in fact, we were warned that it might be a miserable time to go–loads of traffic, lots of tourists, crowded streets, and increased prices. But as soon...
Up to the Altiplano (4/6/2012)
Our last week of riding in northern Argentina afforded us fantastic scenery as we made our way up, up, up to the high altitude of Bolivia. Over the course of 300 kilometers, we gained 2500 meters above the 1500 where we had been riding for most of the last month. That put us close to...
Visiting the Canal (12/18/11)
We have both been looking forward to our opportunity to check out the Panama Canal! We hopped a bus from our hostel here in the City and headed to Miraflores Locks, where visitors can roam the exhibits and watch ships come through the locks. Because it’s a slow season for transport, we only saw one...
Thanksgiving in Managua (11/25/11)
We were so thankful to be able to spend Thanksgiving with Americans here in Nicaragua. It started on Wednesday. We left extra early and pedaled hard to make it to Managua (about 55 km) before 10:30 a.m. We stopped to buy groceries and started up what we knew would be the biggest climb we’ve had...
On the Road Again (11-6-11)
Today we hit the road after three weeks off the bikes. Our 18 days in Xela were great, and we learned a lot of Spanish, but for the most part, we were ready to start riding again. We missed our active lifestyle and being on the road. We (OK, mostly Bethany) were a little nervous...
Exploring Chicabal (11-5-11)
For our last Saturday venture with Guatemalensis, we hiked up to Chicabal. This lake is in a volcanic crater, so you have to hike up to the top to see it, then down into the crater to get a closer look. Definitely a steep walk, both coming and going, but well worth it! What a...
