Dakar 2010 - Argentina to Chile

The Dakar 2010 rally will start in Buenos Aires on 1 January. From Buenos Aires they will make their way to Cordoba, through the Calamuchita Valley. The route will take them right in front of our hostel. They will pass here on 2 January. Then they will go to Chile. What a wonderful way to start the new year! How lucky we are as most people only get to watch this on television.

Today they have started to cut some small branches from trees that might be blocking the way. To be honest I have no idea what to expect. We are expecting alot of spectators but in terms of how many I am not sure. I am very much looking forward to take pictures of the cars and bikes speeding past us. We will have front row seats and can watch it from the terrace. I am really getting excited!

We received a group booking of 12 people and with other guests the hostel will be full. It will be the 2nd time now since we officially opened. I am very grateful.

I will be posting some pictures and in the mean time I am wishing all the paricipants in the Rally the best of luck and safe driving!

Best wishes for the New Year from all of us here at Hostel Tinktinkie. Have a wonderful and blessed 2010.