Ecuador Volcanoes Expedition Dispatch

November 13, 2012 – The Sweet Life of a Climber

The past two nights were spent at Termas Papallacta; a wonderful and luxurious hot springs and spa. It gave us the opportunity to really treat ourselves to some rest and relaxation after the climb yesterday, and helped us to prepare for the next one.

Being situated in the upper amazon basin, we are quickly able to recuperate from high altitude because of its lower altitude. Of course the massages we had at the spa (and I do mean plural—some of us had two!) also helps.

Last night, Chris and I were invited by the two birthday boy and birthday girl, Ljerka and Jeremy, for dinner at their celebratory restaurant. We started our festivities at the bar, where we shared in a Brazilian drink named, Caipirinha. Then we all relished over a delightful dinner and enjoyed a good Rioja wine.

We are now ready to take on Cotopaxi, Team Ecuador’s next climbing goal. We have our fingers crossed!

Here’s to clear weather and a beautiful summit day!