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14th March 2013

GRACIELA
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QUESTION
I am planning a trip to Cuba and Panamá. I think Playa Blanca is in Panamá, right? Or is it in Colombia? How did you get there? Thank you.
From Blog: Sometimes you have to go through hell to arrive in paradise...
15th March 2013

Beata and Tomek
us At Home Abroad

Hi
Playa Blanca is in Panama, yes. We crossed to Panama in Sapzurro but only for a day as you cannot really travel much more from there. Going through Darien is not advised because of guerillas. You would have to fly to Capurgana - that is the only way. cheers, B&T
From Blog: Sometimes you have to go through hell to arrive in paradise...
10th March 2013

taracloud
Tara Cloud

Fabulous choices!
As usual, you're giving great tips because I totally agree that views, wood fires and an exotic setting are the best (I washed my hair in freezing water the other night, but was staying as a guest in a tiny town on Lake Titicaca). I can hardly wait to follow in your footsteps to the hummingbird park and the hikes. You two are the best path finders! Keep up the good work!
From Blog: Who wouldn’t want to stay in a barn with no wi-fi and hot shower? Call us crazy but it was one of the best spots ever!!!
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

I guess if you believed all that you read no one would ever go to Columbia
Looks wonderful. Can't wait to read more.
From Blog: Wow, for the history. Wow, for the views. And Wow for the atmosphere. Good start in Colombia so far.
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

The challenge of the budget
As you say it can be tough but rewarding. You've done very, very well the last year+. Finding a good room around holidays can be tough if not booked in advance. Glad you saw a lot of animals and birds.
From Blog: The most beautiful ‘rubbish’ place ever!!!
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Changing perspectives
Travel teaches you not to sweat the small stuff. Don't worry about the things you cannot change. Sorry you didn't see more animals.
From Blog: The journey down the mighty Amazon ... it was epic !!!
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

We visited Peru prior to blogging
Arequipa was one of our favorites and we loved seeing the condors fly at the Colca Canyon. Sorry you were so restricted.
From Blog: Sacred Valley, the Tourist Trap! Beautiful but …
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

You guys have really been busy while we were traveling
Sometimes theft is an act of opportunity. We don't leave our things unattended. Sometimes it is tough but it is always necessary. It is difficult to stay away from those cute puppies. Sorry to hear about your injury.
From Blog: Not sure which was worse: the need of anti-rabies treatment or Tiwanaku ruins!!!?
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Tuzipa tours
Looks like it was worth the expense. I love flamingos. What a marvelous experience.
From Blog: It’s a fact: wine doesn’t taste the same at 5000m … other than that our experience was unbelievably AMAZING!!!
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Nothing worse than getting sick on the road
When in Peru we loved the vibrant colors of SA.
From Blog: Ghost city, ethnical authenticity and a kiss stolen in the world’s highest town
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Amazing sunrise over the river
Yep, glad you got up to take that one. You are master photographers. I'm sure you'll publish a book on return. [photo=7335083]
From Blog: What do beach-hungry backpackers do in the middle of a vast continent? THEY FIND ONE!!!
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Can't believe everything you hear
As you've proven it is best to check it out yourself. Everyone has different impressions. We'll join you in eating those mangos.
From Blog: Few people visit this country ... to us it is a wonder why
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Looks like you are becoming birders
Fantastic photos. Hope you don't run out of passport space. Any place you can stop and have pages added?
From Blog: Colossal falls, tropical birds and nights full of caipirinhas;-) Hard to say goodbye to Brazil.
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Another great blog
It is all about the people and thanks for the story about saving the dog. Good job.
From Blog: Another fine week in social paradise …
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Wish we could have joined you for the BBQ
Gracious host are spoiling you to no end. How wonderful people are around the world.
From Blog: There is something fundamentally unusual about these people…
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Friendship and chemistry
What a joy to make such good friends while traveling. It happens to us frequently and those are the best friendships. So far so good with meeting your budget.
From Blog: Fabulous Uruguayan hospitality and some unexpected hippie time;-)
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Dave has a friend in Uruguay
He's always wanted to go visit. Love the story about why you wanted to go to Uruguay. It does seem exotic. Your advice to have a miscellaneous budget is very important. On this most recent RTW those expenses were much higher than our first RTW.
From Blog: Celebrating ‘1 Year on the Road’ and finally in Uruguay...
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

We're told the dancers will find you
We long to go to Argentina. Hopefully, soon. We will gain some tips from reading your blogs. We love exploring grave sites when we travel.
From Blog: Chasing the Tango
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Sydney...one of the world's great cities
Each continent, country and city have something special to appreciate. Eating a home cooked meal should never be taken for granted. After eating out for month after month we longed for roots and the ability to do some cooking.
From Blog: After nearly a year on the road this was the breath of fresh air…
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

No rush no fuss
It is impossible to pick the "right" amount of time to explore an area. Seems we always want a little more. Your last sunset in Asia was beautiful but who know what the future holds and you may return. Now to SA cultures and lovely people.
From Blog: Unsatisfactory travel decisions and waving Asia goodbye
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Amazing, amazing photos
Your photos are always great but you've outdone yourself. Yes, we suspect you are in great shape.
From Blog: Close encounters with McDreamy and McSteamy ...
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Loving the road less traveled
Love the group of local ladies.
From Blog: From overrated Yogya to undervalued Karimunajawa
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Beach lovers abound
You have found some of the most amazing beaches around the world. Thanks for your hard work and bringing them to our attention.
From Blog: “Flamingos on the rock…”
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

You've done a nice job on this special location
I'm so glad I've had time to get caught up on your blogs.
From Blog: The Death Valley of Indonesia
8th March 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Love, love, love the turtles
Your shark photo is great also. Hope you are planning to write a book on your return. We will have to add this to our travel plan.
From Blog: Where turtles outnumber tourists…

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Our RTW lasted 583 days = 1 year, 7 months, 5 days. That means 83 weeks/13,992 hours/839,520 minutes/50,371,200 seconds of LIVING THE DREAM We love to travel. It is as simple as that ;-) 30.09.2011 we embarked on the trip of our lives ;-) in 2007 we got inspired by our friends (Monique and Nigel who constantly travel and have been on the RTW) and since then we have been thinking about it all the time. We finally set up a date, started to save up and focused only on preparation ;-) We could not just stay at home all the time so we traveled a bit in between but ... full info
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