Last Wednesday saw the annual, always-a-pleasure, Wilderness Explorers organised, Guyanese Evening, this year held at the University Women's Club in Mayfair (a lovely venue it was too). And if the Guyanese rum flavoured beverages weren't enough to remind you of why Guyana gets under your skin, there was plenty of Guyana-themed chat to be had, not least in the form of a handful of entertaining and inspiring talks given by the guest speakers - two of which were Donald Greig of Bradt Travel Guides and writer John Gimlette, whose latest excellent publication "Wild Coast: Travels on South America's Untamed Edge" is a must-read for anyone with even the slightest hint of interest in that part of the world and I'd argue even for anyone with an as yet unknown interest in the area.
After the informal formalities and after-talk chit chat came to an end, or rather after the rum came to an end, there was just enough time for the tail-enders to head to the pub for a nightcap before the evening drew to a close. I left the usual suspects with glasses still not empty and headed for home, home for me for the night being an airbed at the Florin Court Hostel, which was much appreciated albeit a little surreal, being there by myself.
Big thanks to Claire and Tony for once again organising such an informative and fun evening, the event and the company was delightful as always. Roll on next year's do!
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