by Odyssey | Nov 4, 2023 | Journey 2023
Just a short ride to Ica, only 73k, so we were there by lunch. It made the day feel like a rest day, which is okay as 144k tomorrow. Today, we rode past vineyards as far as the eyes could see—also orange groves and plenty of vegetables. I wanted to visit some...
by Odyssey | Nov 4, 2023 | Journey 2023
The southern desert is very different than the north. There are no more mountains, and the Pan Am follows the ocean. The four-lane divided highway is new with broad shoulders. Yesterday, 107k with views of the ocean and long stretches of farmland, which are growing...
by Odyssey | Oct 29, 2023 | Journey 2023
Yesterday’s ride was 97k in another dull, overcast day with very little wind. The southern desert is different than the north as far as development. We passed hundreds of fancy condo developments as we rode beside many beaches. Lots were selling from $300 to USD...
by Odyssey | Oct 29, 2023 | Journey 2023
Back on the bike, we rode out of the beautiful neighborhood of Miraflores in Lima. It was to be a short ride of only 63k. It was a perfect ride for over 1/2 the distance we were on a bike path. It was easy leaving Lima. The rest of the way was on a wide shoulder on...
by Odyssey | Oct 29, 2023 | Journey 2023
Where one chooses to stay in a large city will undoubtedly affect how you enjoy your stay. We are staying in the district of Miraflores in Lima. It is undoubtedly one of the high-end districts that borders the beautiful Malecon that runs along the cliff top high above...