Quito It feels very strange as I sit here typing. In the dark I cannot see the edge of the bank in front of where we are parked and it feels as if I’m stuck on a perch overlooking the twinkling lights of the city. It spreads beneath us and…
Sommerwind Camp. It’s owned and run by a German. Situated close to the shores of Lake Yaguarcocha a smallish green lake a couple of k’s out of the town of Ibarra. Between the lake and the camp is a motoracing circuit and a saloon car was practicing for the weekend…
Ipiales Saying goodbye to our host, Monica and her old colonial house, we were on the road by 09.30. The border with Ecuador was very close, so by 09.50 we were at the crossing. Border Crossing First to Customs to cancel our TIP (Temporary Import Permit). There was no one…
A lovely warm morning. On the road by 9am. Our sleep was constantly disrupted by a bloody dog that would not stop barking. Why people let their dogs bark incessantly, is beyond me. After the marathon drive to, and finding the property, leaving it was a piece of cake. A…
Bliss. Being able to just lie in bed without rushing to get on the road. Then breakfast outdoors in the shade of our awning, overlooking flowering trees and mountains. Sometimes the little things are the best. At the risk of being repetitive, we need these breaks to recharge the batteries.…
It’s 5.50pm and we are camped beside a house in an extremely rural setting. It’s 20deg c, the sun has just gone behind the hills and we are enjoying a single can of beer under our side awning. It’s peaceful though there are dogs and roosters!!! We have grass under…
Salento I hadn’t realised it was Friday, 13th until I started writing the blog. It was a terrible night. A pleasant camp with good facilities, but right next to a small holding with cows, chickens and roosters. To add to the cacophony, barking dogs all around the neighbourhood. The roosters…
A Birthday wish to Sarah. My little girl is still gorgeous at 53!!! I know it’s tomorrow in Vancouver but it’s the 13th in New Zealand, where you were born. Happy Birthday Sarah, with all my love. Today. Despite the gentle pitter patter sound of of rain on the Caranex…
Leaving Zipaquira After having breakfast in the car park, we were on the road at 09.00. The parking at Hotel Salinero was perfect. High enough for Poki to enter and under cover. The day started well. Unlike on other days when getting out of town proved a hassle, today we…
It was cold last night. We resorted to jumpers and jackets -16deg brrrrr. but great for sleeping. Another night without rain. After rising this morning we got chatting with Carlos. Carlos is looking after the campsite while the owner is away. We are kindred spirits, Carlos and us. He has…