Astoria-Vatican Lourdes

... music that was headlining the first night of the town's "Festival of the Lamp chop" (that is actual translation...this is sheep-herding country...and they did have a lamp chop tasting area). Needless to say, it was tres rural :)<br><br>                                  <br> <br>

... They don't have the same impact only because getting to the base is a longer walk. But they are big!! Apparently it is a popular ice climbing destination. Yikes!!<br><br>          <br>

... of those guys flying up and down these crazy roads. Everyone was very happy to see us when got back and enjoyed a nice pizza in town complete with a little kiddie room with toys. They know how to make it comfortable for parents with kids.<br> <br>                              <br>

We got used to our new home in Saint Sauveur, the spa town 5 minutes from the main town of Luz Saint Sauveur and took the afternoon to explore the ...

On Sunday, we checked into new home, Hotel Chili, which is all self-contained apartments. The accommodation was simple but was made up for by the giant lawn with Mini-Golf course, free range chickens, and playground within walking distance. And FREE LAUNDRY!!! Needless to say, Sue was in heaven. We played Mini-golf that night and Sue kicked Tom's butt. Embarrassing...<br><br>        <br>

... over 10,000 ft. A lazy afternoon followed by another delightful meal and a good night's sleep. Ahh, the mountains.<br><br>                <br><br><br>

We spent a lazy day in and around our hotel, casually visiting Luz Saint Sauveur, about 10 minutes from our hotel. We also drove up to Gavarnie, the famous Cirque in the region. There weren't much in the ways of views as the mountains were in the clouds.<br> <br>  <br><br><br>

... the mountains. Unfortunately it was misty and raining and we couldn&#8217;t see much once we got to the top (should have bought one of those angels). Notwithstanding the cloud in the higher reaches, the actual train ride was exciting. The views were spectacular and the gradient of the railway has to be seen to be really appreciated. At the top of this mountain you can stand with one foot in France and the other in Spain

Go to the Summary Page ___________________________ (See the English version) Aujourd'hui nous nous sommes réunis tous les trois, Alix, Vincent et moi, pour discuter de notre petit périple en Chine et au Vietnam. Nous nous sommes mis d'accord sur les endroits à ne pas manquer, combien de temps passer à chaque étape ...

... again... North of Argentina... At last: Bolivia A short stoppover in ...