[AT] Question about travel experiences for some of you tractor guys--OT

[John Wilkens]

I know, this is way off topic but couldn't think of a better bunch of 
men to ask.  If a guy and his wife want to experience a really 
special country outside North America (while they can still get 
around!)--where would be some good places based on your fortunate 
experiences? ....where friendly folks speak a little English, don't 
blow people up, and have good food.  Best time we've had so far is a 
10-day trip through Arizona.  I was looking at some fantastic country 
in Australia on Google Earth, but not sure I could survive 18 hours 
over the ocean--or figure out where and how to go once there.  Went 
to Hawaii several years ago which was a great experience--although a 
little "civilized."   Holler if you have any ideas.    Maybe I could 
call this a little "on topic" by looking for old tractors and engines 
along the way.  In Hawaii I did take a close look and photos of an 
ancient lawn mower powered by an old hit'n miss engine.   John

                    In the wide-open spaces of NE Oregon