Today was our longest day so far. Nearly 500 miles (800 kms).
We started the day by going north because we needed to back track about 20 miles (30kms) to go to Nueva Rosita and visit a home for abandoned children as Bo and Dave brought a lot of stuff to donate.
But first we needed to put gas which took us a long time as there was problem with the pump pressure. We then went for breakfast. As we arrived early, all restaurants were closed and we kept going in circles looking for something open. A couple of guys in a car noticed and followed us and when we stopped they suggested a restaurant that opens at 5am. It was good.
The visit to the children’s home was very nice. In the beginning the lady came out alone and we could see the girls (it was an all girl home) looking through the windows. But she eventually warmed up and let us in the house where Bo put some presents under the Xmas tree 🌲 and then we all took a picture together. We hope that those three young girls we met will remember fondly these three riders that one day came and visit, left presents and then rode away.
The way was mostly highway but as the roads were not in great condition we were kept awake as we dodged the irregularities. Speed limits were 60 kph (40mph) and 80 kph (50 mph) but no one paid much attention and we rode at higher speeds and made a better average than expected.
We stopped for lunch in a great place where the two ladies made us a special meal. The guacamole with jalapeños combination was interesting. We really enjoyed our time there and the price of the meal was another pleasant surprise.
We still had plenty miles to do so we got back on the road and rode and rode and rode. Fun !
We stopped about 1.5 hours from San Luis Potosí, filled up with gas and made our way towards our destination.
Entrance in the old part of San Luis Potosí was done with much fanfare as our motorcycles do not go unnoticed.
We found ourselves a beautiful hotel very well placed and with good prices.
In the evening we walked to the plaza, joined many Mexicans for dinner where we tasted and learned about a number of new dishes specific of this region. We even had our own band in the restaurant.
The end of the evening was the Festival of Lights which was fabulous (see another post on this topic).
I am really enjoying coming back to Mexico 🇲🇽 as I love their culture, cuisine and friendliness of its people.
Looking forward to learning about other places and traditions in this beautiful country.
Make Life a Ride !
Lunch on the road
Lunch on the road 2
Arriving in San Luis Potosi, MX
Festival of lights and Xmas songs
Facebook post for the day
Click HERE for all the photos and videos of this Day
We started the day by going north because we needed to back track about 20 miles (30kms) to go to Nueva Rosita and visit a home for abandoned children as Bo and Dave brought a lot of stuff to donate.
But first we needed to put gas which took us a long time as there was problem with the pump pressure. We then went for breakfast. As we arrived early, all restaurants were closed and we kept going in circles looking for something open. A couple of guys in a car noticed and followed us and when we stopped they suggested a restaurant that opens at 5am. It was good.
The visit to the children’s home was very nice. In the beginning the lady came out alone and we could see the girls (it was an all girl home) looking through the windows. But she eventually warmed up and let us in the house where Bo put some presents under the Xmas tree 🌲 and then we all took a picture together. We hope that those three young girls we met will remember fondly these three riders that one day came and visit, left presents and then rode away.
The way was mostly highway but as the roads were not in great condition we were kept awake as we dodged the irregularities. Speed limits were 60 kph (40mph) and 80 kph (50 mph) but no one paid much attention and we rode at higher speeds and made a better average than expected.
We stopped for lunch in a great place where the two ladies made us a special meal. The guacamole with jalapeños combination was interesting. We really enjoyed our time there and the price of the meal was another pleasant surprise.
We still had plenty miles to do so we got back on the road and rode and rode and rode. Fun !
We stopped about 1.5 hours from San Luis Potosí, filled up with gas and made our way towards our destination.
Entrance in the old part of San Luis Potosí was done with much fanfare as our motorcycles do not go unnoticed.
We found ourselves a beautiful hotel very well placed and with good prices.
In the evening we walked to the plaza, joined many Mexicans for dinner where we tasted and learned about a number of new dishes specific of this region. We even had our own band in the restaurant.
The end of the evening was the Festival of Lights which was fabulous (see another post on this topic).
I am really enjoying coming back to Mexico 🇲🇽 as I love their culture, cuisine and friendliness of its people.
Looking forward to learning about other places and traditions in this beautiful country.
Make Life a Ride !
Lunch on the road
Lunch on the road 2
Arriving in San Luis Potosi, MX
Festival of lights and Xmas songs
Facebook post for the day
Click HERE for all the photos and videos of this Day
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