|
|
Post by rizzuto on Jun 24, 2023 8:55:32 GMT -5
And aha! We've finally found a spot pipps has not been to yet!
I keep telling you there are more places I haven't been to than those I have been to. Actually trips to Everest Base Camp were only re-opened last year. Covid just about destroyed that whole economy. And in fact it is a bit edgy because you are up at 19,000 feet and there is just no training for that. The trips themselves aren't that expensive. What's expensive is the helicopter evacuation insurance you are required to have because something like one out of three who start out can't finish and have to be flown out. That sort of thing worries Mrs. Pipps, who normally is game for all my schemes. Climbed Kilimanjaro, piece of cake. Scuba Great Barrier Reef, which is more than I could do. Inca Trail Machu Picchu at 12,000 feet like a walk in the park. Hiked the Camino de Santiago in Spain over 500 miles, the last 300 without me because I had to get back to work. But this is her line in the sand. So far. Bravo to Madam Pipps! Most wives would plan shopping trips on such excursions, while “You and the boys have fun, I’ll see you when you’re done.” Remarkable woman! |
|
|
|
Post by inger on Jun 24, 2023 10:09:47 GMT -5
I keep telling you there are more places I haven't been to than those I have been to. Actually trips to Everest Base Camp were only re-opened last year. Covid just about destroyed that whole economy. And in fact it is a bit edgy because you are up at 19,000 feet and there is just no training for that. The trips themselves aren't that expensive. What's expensive is the helicopter evacuation insurance you are required to have because something like one out of three who start out can't finish and have to be flown out. That sort of thing worries Mrs. Pipps, who normally is game for all my schemes. Climbed Kilimanjaro, piece of cake. Scuba Great Barrier Reef, which is more than I could do. Inca Trail Machu Picchu at 12,000 feet like a walk in the park. Hiked the Camino de Santiago in Spain over 500 miles, the last 300 without me because I had to get back to work. But this is her line in the sand. So far. lol. Well, hats off to Mrs. pipps for being game for most of your adventures! It helps that she’s only 28 years old… 🤓 |
|
