Just Desert!

After a great time in Las Vegas (where we ended up in a show) we travelled through the searing heat (114Deg F) of the desert towards Death Valley to spend Pam’s winnings….20 Cents. This place is well named as the heat is similar to having a hair dryer on the top setting blowing in your face. I may add that this description was Pam’s as it has been some years since I needed a hairdryer. Amazing scenery however, and worth a look if you are in this area. I saw a few hardy bikers risking this run.  In the “Valley” there is a unique hotel which we stopped at. It is the Armagosa Opera House and Hotel. It has a great history and is situated in the most unlikely of places. The present manager is one third of the town’s population and describes himself as the Mayor, Sheriff and Judge (and Jury). Worth a visit!  (www.amargosa-opera-house.com). Onward through Yosemite Park. Amazing scenery and wildlife. Now in San Francisco and meeting a friend tomorrow for a tour.

 

I was looking through my photos and noticed a place where I think Graeme Bruce may have visited during his flying days.

 

Photos: Hotel and Opera House, Death Valley, Yosemite Park and Graeme’s landing strip???