Expect the unexpected - Bike touring Southern Italy #11

Summary

This bike-touring journey across Italy's mainland follows a path from Sicily to Bari, aiming for Greece, encountering challenges like steep climbs, logistical issues, and meeting local hospitality. The cyclists navigate historical references like Scylla and Charybdis, witness the plight of migrant workers, and celebrate New Year's Eve with a local family. The practical takeaway is embracing unexpected challenges with resilience, relying on the kindness of strangers, and appreciating the shared experience of a group journey despite individual difficulties.