KT to VZ

I've been keeping a list of random/funny/interesting/weird things I've learned so far in my first couple days here. I was going to wait til toward the end of my trip to post this sort of list, but it's gotten kinda big so I'm going to share it now. :)

Regarding vehicles..

• Gas is $0.10/gal - yes, you read that right, 10 cents!!
• Traffic rules (lights, right-of-way, lane markings) are only suggestions; the pushiest driver wins
• Horns are honked often and loudly
• Motorcycles constantly drive between cars
• A 10-year-old used car costs equivalent of $15,000 American

Regarding accommodations...

• Everything is open to the air
• Hot water is not standard; window a/c in bedrooms is more essential
• Wi-fi/internet is flaky at best
• You don't realize how important it is to have a light in the bathroom until you don't have one
• Hammocks are incredibly comfortable!
• A bed with a 4" mattress directly on a futon-ish bed with bars across it is not very comfortable

Regarding food...

• It's always time for coffee (I have tried a few kinds; some are palatable to me, a non-coffee drinker)
• Bottled water is my best friend and I should take it everywhere

Other randomness...

• Use bug spray all the time, because even indoors is outdoors
• People are fascinated with Venezuelan flags painted on toenails
• Laptops make great flashlights
• Next time, bring a flashlight and a washcloth

Hope you enjoyed my random list... possibly more to come as I learn more! :)