(^68) Puerto Escondido – Roca Blanca - 45km
The route north led past lakes and farmlands, and no more than 40
kilometres after leaving, a sign pointed to Roca Blanca. After
debating, we decided to turn off and were well rewarded for our
effort.
Roca Blanca was a lovely beach and sported palapa restaurants. The
coast was wonderfully undeveloped, and October was an excellent
time to travel in that part of the country. The beaches were
uncrowded and prices low. It didn’t take long to make up our minds
to stay as the beach was lovely with barely anyone in sight.
Unfortunately, the room was no more than a few planks stuck
together. Following sunset, the bugs descended as if they were
waiting for unsuspecting visitors. There was little else to do but turn
off the lights, turn the fan on full, and cover yourself in mosquito
repellent.
Roca Blanca – San Jose del Progres - 48km
Before getting underway, we had a typical breakfast of beans and
eggs. Once again, I was astounded by the enormous petrol-guzzling
monsters we encountered as they reminded me of Venezuela. As
mentioned previously, I suspected the fuel was government
subsidised.
San Jose del Progresso – Santiago Pinotepa Nacional - 60km
It was one of those stinking hot days which left a person drained.
Still, we set off over the hills as the road zig-zagged inland. So hot
was it that I started feeling dizzy and light-headed and, cycling into
Pinotepa, we opted for an air-conditioned room.
leana
(Leana)
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