After more than two weeks in Costa Rica, we have decided that it is completely unlike any of the other Central American countries we have visited. By all reports, we did expect it to be more “tourist friendly” but it…
High on the Highlands
Our gem of a campsite on Lake Atitlan did not go to waste. We couldn’t resist hanging around for a bit and spent five days/six nights in Panajachel. Besides swimming in the pool, relaxing around camp, and generally taking it…
Farewell Oaxaca
After three weeks of school, our last week in Oaxaca was a serious change of pace. Once again, our daily routine fell away and we suddenly had the time and opportunity to really explore the sights and do whatever struck…
Crossing the 45th
It’s been pretty quiet since our last post, so it will be just a quick update today. We left the Gorge and headed south just west of Mount Hood. Climbing over the pass we encountered driving snow and were reminded…