The Hermitage, San Salvador October 24th 2008 When our pilgrims arrive in 2010, they will be staying in simple but comfortable accommodation. Each bedroom has an ensuite and the gardens are kept beautifully. ... read more
Central America Caribbean » El Salvador » Central » San Salvador El Salvador achieved independence from Spain in 1821 and from the Central American Federation in 1839. A 12-year civil war, which cost about 75,000 lives, was brought to a close in 1992 when the government and leftist rebels signed a treaty that prov... ... read more
Welcome to my travel blog. I hope you enjoy sharing in the experience. I will be away from Australia for 6 weeks, returning to Melbourne on Sunday 30th November, 2008. I will be travelling to Central America first to prepare for our next Champagnat Pilgrimage in April 2010, then heading to Europe where I will be attending the third biennial Marist Higher Education Conference in Salamanca in Spain.... full info