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Hi All. We have finished our time in Bariloche and arrived in Mendoza this morning after another joyous 20 hour bus trip. We really enjoyed our time in Bariloche and the apartment made it that little bit more special. The bike ride around circuito chico was good fun but tough. Everyone we had spoken to mentioned that it was 'just a ride around the lakes with a few hills, ' so we thought we were in for an easy ride. How very wrong we were. There were some serious hills on this ride and it seemed more at home on the Tour de France then a casual 27km ride! Not helped by the fact that Kevin's chain fell off three times. We did however get to see some amazing views of the mountains and lakes which made it worth while.
We completed a few free treks around the town and managed to keep building the fitness levels for the Inca trail.
Had a nice surprise with catching up with Lukee and Alecka Miles, who are over for a few weeks holidays. Was great spending time with them.
Did manage to get out on the course and so happy that I did. Played on Llao Llao golf course which has been voted the 15th most beautiful course in the world. Played reasonably well, however, my putting let me down. I'm blaming it the recently corded greens.
We are here in Mendoza for about 3 days before jumping on a short 6 hour bus to Santiago, Chile. We have a day in Santiago before flying to La Paz to begin the final month of South America.
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Janice Smallwood Hi Kev and Claire. What a fantastic way to diarise and record your travels. The photos are simply stunning. We wish you well and trust the fitness regime continues to be on track for the big hike (or maybe the great trek!!). So good to see you looking a well and having so many positive experiences. Lots of love from all in Melbourne have fun. Jan