Date:         Wed, 29 Dec 1999 10:18:24 -0500
Reply-To:     Bob Repich <icarus@SNET.NET>
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From:         Bob Repich <icarus@SNET.NET>
Organization: Icarus Books
Subject:      Re: Road Weary
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About 12 years ago my wife and I spent 53 weeks in our 1971 Westy in
Europe. We shipped it to Rotterdam, Netherlands and toured all over,
getting as far as eastern Turkey. Something like 17 countries.
Shipping it over was a lot cheaper than renting anything over there for
that length of time. We probably could have bought a camper upon
arriving, but this saved the hassle of finding something. Also, we were
able to do any work necessary before leaving the States and were also
able to do minor interior customization here. Once we arrived all we had
to do was unpack the boxes of personal items and cooking equipment and
we were on our way.
I'd do it again in a minute, even though I think I still have bumps on
my head from the last time. Wonder how long it takes before you are
REALLY used to living in it and Never smack your head. We met a lot of
wonderful people, many of whom we are still in contact with 12 years
later. Saw a lot, learned a lot! Of course a built in stove and
refrigerator (not icebox) would have been nice!

Bob Repich
Currently 1986 Westfalia, our 3rd Westy