After a few busy days searching out sand ladders (not an easy task in Budapest let me tell you), loading maps of Africa onto the GPS, press conferences, stuffing ourselves with goulash and discussing various red wine smuggling options with fellow travellers we were both stoked to discover the thermal baths. Even with sub zero air temps the outdoor Szechenyi gyogyfurdo baths are maintained at a sensational 38 deg C thanks to the plentiful, underground thermal springs. Even the ducks on the nearby lake were looking pretty pleased that a little of the hot water was leaking their way. Not only could you lay back an enjoy the sensational mineral bath surrounded by period architecture but you can can also sip on a cool beer at the same time - very civilised!
We checked the Disco in at the start line this afternoon and took a few pics with the sponsors -Martin & Mickael flew in from Doha last night to attend the send off festivities. Tonite we'll attend a function for all the foreign teams participating in this years B2B and look forward meeting a more of the colourful characters that this event attracts. Tomorrow morning we roll out of town enroute for Italy and the rally will be underway - game on!
Public Warning - Anyone visiting WorldGate GPS in Budapest should exercise extreme caution when asking owner "Zoltan" about his home brewed prickly pear liquor. Pete made the fatal mistake earlier today and was only saved when a Dutch team rolled into the store and opened the door long enough for him to duck out! Here's a sample of the SMS I received whilst Pete was under siege "Dude this is way beyond Giddy up, this is spank em hard. A Dutch team has arrived and they are ceremoniously getting greeted by Zultan". Zultan's wife warned Pete too late that Zultan's friends run for cover fast when he reaches for the bottle.
We checked the Disco in at the start line this afternoon and took a few pics with the sponsors -Martin & Mickael flew in from Doha last night to attend the send off festivities. Tonite we'll attend a function for all the foreign teams participating in this years B2B and look forward meeting a more of the colourful characters that this event attracts. Tomorrow morning we roll out of town enroute for Italy and the rally will be underway - game on!
Public Warning - Anyone visiting WorldGate GPS in Budapest should exercise extreme caution when asking owner "Zoltan" about his home brewed prickly pear liquor. Pete made the fatal mistake earlier today and was only saved when a Dutch team rolled into the store and opened the door long enough for him to duck out! Here's a sample of the SMS I received whilst Pete was under siege "Dude this is way beyond Giddy up, this is spank em hard. A Dutch team has arrived and they are ceremoniously getting greeted by Zultan". Zultan's wife warned Pete too late that Zultan's friends run for cover fast when he reaches for the bottle.
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