12/21/2000   George   S33°57   E22°27   +10 An early wake-up to discover the results of the vote! We are very surprised, the choice is black water rafting. We were expecting the others! We have organized a big descent in turbulent waters for tomorrow. Today, we wandered in George, meeting some intersting characters. Gladis works as a houseworker in a small boer villa in George. In Xhosa, her name means: 'What you love'... a magic name for her whole life. Beautiful, she shows me with pride how to tie the complicated scarf on her head. I'm surprised by one of her thoughts: since her wedding, her husband forbid her to wear any trousers or short skirts, but it doesn't seem to bother her. On the other hand, she feels more respected and less vulnerable. - and I, I still wear some jeans... Maya Have we found Ali Baba's cavern? Almost! Coffee, internet, telephone, maps, travel books, accessories, snacks, information, films, flowers, postcards... This is 'Travel Bugs', our new 'hook's shop, Renate Roodt, a place dedicated to global nomads, meeting point for travellers. If you pass through this area, Renate will be very happy to help or to give some advice for your trip. Contact: Renate Roodt Travel Bugs, 111 York Street, George SA - travelbugs@mweb.co.za Breakfast at dawn, stretching, and big jump into the river to realise your wish. Alex, Marco, Vale and Theo are ready, Maya will follow us from the ground to show you mission n°2. Don't miss tomorrow's film! (Chat with the Team - Saturday 23, 8:00 pm GMT) Guide our next steps,insert contacts & info on