And then there were 2... After the girls left us in Rio, the weather took a turn for the better and we moved to a better hostel- sorry girls! Managed to do the hang-gliding in perfect weather conditions- had over 20min flight, absolutely amazing!!! Will bore you all with the dvds when we get back. Spent some time sunbathing on Copocabana and Impanema beaches, went to a samba night in a favela (shanty town) which has rehearsals for carnival- amazing atmosphere...

We're in Rio now after enduring the 27 hour bus journey. Our last day in Bonito was delightful. snorkelling down a river with clear water and a guide who felt the need to hold your hand all the time (even though we had life jackets on). we were surrounded by rainforest, so when you weren't looking eyeball to eyeball with loads of fish you could pop your head out and see the monkeys and toucans. Since we have been in Rio the weather has been rubbish. everyo...

Hola! You'll be glad to know we all survived against adversity in the Pantanal...The aligators jaws were wide and the Pirahna's teeth a tad on the sharp side but like true explorers we fought them off!!! Sarah's biggest prey were the mozzies who bit her about 100 times...picture proof to follow!! Back in Buenos Aires we took in a tango show in the dodgiest place ever...think 1940's brothel...but after 3 double vodkas we felt at home and Louise and I showed the...

Hi Just to quickly say that we are fine and still alive!! Been from Buenos Aires to the Iguazu falls which were amazing- photos to come soon! Now in thePantanal about to go on a 4 day trip piranha fishing, trekkingand swimming with alligators so hopefully we will write when we return in one piece!! If we still have hands to type wit (mothers please do not worry!!!) All well and having a fab time and enjoying the sun!! Will write properly soon when we return...

Hi. We've just arrived ib Buenos Aires and met up with Sam and Sarah in the poshest hotel so far by a long way! Since our last postcard we've been to Sucre, the chocolate capital of Bolivia which we made the most of. Also had some wicked Mojitos and tried our best to spend some money souvenir shopping but were unsuccessful. Then we visited the mines in Potosi which defy all health and safety regulations...but we survived 3km into the mountain unscathed. We t...