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April 28th 2014
Days 68-69 Our 4x4 adventure through the Salt Flat region came to an end in San Pedro de Atacama after crossing the border into Chile. A two day stop in a hostel with showers was most welcome. The trip from the border to San Pedro was an almost straight 2000 mtr drop in altitude over approximately 50 km's. The change to a hot temperature was most welcome as well as remarkable given our early mo ... read more

South America » Chile » Antofagasta Region » San Pedro de Atacama

Prior to the coming of the Spanish in the 16th century, northern Chile was under Inca rule while Araucanian Indians inhabited central and southern Chile; the latter were not completely subjugated until the early 1880s. Although Chile declared its ind... ... read more

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Gerry & Ruth

Gerry and Ruth Travels

We are Gerry & Ruth, a retired couple living in Brisbane Australia. We have 2 adult sons now on their own travel/work adventures based in London. Retirement has allowed us the opportunity travel as a means to keep the grey matter moving, stay healthy and as a periodic reminder as to how fortunate we are to live in such a wonderful country. Without conscious planning the theme of out trips to date have been based around ancient civilisations and cultures mixed with elements of adventure and trekking. The blog is a great way to keep family & friends informed of our travels and maybe giv... full info

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