Tuesday took us back to Las Americas, which was looking in great condition. After our round we had lunch at what we now regard as "our" table on the terrace. The waiters there are long-serving and we recognised a few of them from our last IC trip here in 2006. We asked one of them to take a team photo - he agreed, grabbed the camera and thrust it into Archie's hand, asking him to stand up, then he took Archie's seat!:
We were back at our hotel in good time and a few of us went for a swim/sleep/sunbathe whilst others played bridge, after which there was a gathering on the roof terrace for G & T's and to admire the wonderful sunsets over La Gomera:
Archie organised dinner at a local Thai restaurant, after which several of us returned once more to Temple Bar, scene of the famous "property developers on the run" comment made from the stage as 4 of us entered the bar, dressed in jackets at the Desert Classic in 2009. That quip was made by Liam, who, with his partner Mike, has been appearing there nightly for 9 years now:
Liam's quick wit and easy manner with the customers made Temple Bar a regular late night spot for most.
Wednesday morning took us to beautiful Abama, where Dick was on duty and bought the prizes, posing with them for the camera:
The dates were abundant on the palm trees at the start:
Here's Dan and Syd waiting (again!) in their "Grupo Stewart" buggy:
Back at the hotel, we gathered again for sundowners:
Who are these shadowy characters? Perhaps I should put the flash on?:
Keith was i/c catering and took us to a slightly out of the way little steak restaurant, frequented by locals. The meat was terrific, and was served in huge helpings - especially the shoulder of lamb, which no mere mortal could have finished.
As already reported, Jas did the business at Las Americas on Thursday and we presented him with the trophy on the rooftop:
Traditionally, I get a shirt from the guys for organising the event, and here it is:
Thanks, guys - great trip.
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