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 It is no secret that the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu is Peru's top tourist destination attracting thousands of visitors each year. But many do not know that Peru is a country full of amazing things to see, from the coast to the mountains in the jungle. Chimbote, located about 430 km north of Lima, is primarily a fishing port, and is generally not considered to be among the top tourist attractions. The city was rebuilt after nearly being destroyed in Peru's 1970 earthquake, and aside from a lovely Plaza de Armas, there is not much to see or do in the city proper. But its proximity to several important archaeological sites, nice beaches and great regional food makes it a great place for the beaten path travel. Various nearby archaeological sites in the area provides fascinating evidence of history long ago the residents of the area now occupied by today's Chimbote. One of these sites is Sechin, is considered one of the most important pre-Hispanic ceremonial sites on Peru's coast. Sechin Bajo consists of five buildings, an underground gallery and a semi-flooded Plaza. Built over 5000 years ago, it is one of the oldest structures in Peru. A little further south you'll find another interesting archaeological site, called Chanquillo (or Chankillo). Chanquillo is not your typical ceremonial site or fortress - it has been confirmed that it was actually used as Solar Observatory, and is believed to be the oldest of its kind in South America. If the ancient world is not your thing, you can find plenty to like in Chimbote beaches that are popular with both sunbathers and surfers. The beaches that surround Chimbote is most busy during the summer season, from January to February. About 40 km south of Chimbote, you will find Tortugas, one of the most famous beaches in the area. It is a great place to enjoy the Pacific breeze and restaurants in the area is known for its delightful ceviche dishes. A little further south, in El Huaro and La Gramita you will find beaches that are favorites among campers. Swimming, diving and boating are other beach activities you can enjoy here. Peru is known for its unparalleled food and the Chimbote area certainly lives up to reputation. Its coastal location gives course delicious seafood and ceviche is a natural choice. But the one dish you absolutely can not miss the ceviche is Pato casimeño, made of tender parts of duck marinated in a delicious orange / lemon sauce. It is one of the most popular dishes served in restaurants around Casma, south of Chimbote. So if you are looking for a Peruvian adventure that is far from the usual tourist rounds, you can find the Chimbote region has what you're looking for. It's an easy stop off point for travelers between Lima and Trujillo, and the bus trip from either city is pretty affordable. Nearby archaeological sites give a bit of history, and wonderful beaches are available for camping, swimming or surfing. After a busy day of fun, you can fill up on delicious meals that are not soon be forgotten. Chimbote is a perfect place for those who prefer to travel off the beaten path.

 Here are some tips for the winter and hiking. From my observations track, it seems that little backpackers hikers out of winter. While winter offers some unique challenges, the scenery, fresh air, animals and birds that are popular in more pleasant weather are all still present in the winter. In fact, in the case of some birds can be spotted along the trails you normally you will not see during the summer. The unique opportunity to see birds that winter in your region is reason enough to hike and backpack in the first winter.The thing to remember about walking in winter is that it can be cold. While this seems patently obvious that too many people get stuck in blizzards or other climate change by surprise. Checking the weather is always a good idea, but expect the worst. In some areas, the worst may only need a raincoat, but in other areas it may require crampons and ice axes. Leave an itinerary of your trip and plans that camping with a trusted friend or local government is even more important during the winter. If a human being should have little trouble to spend a week or two in the woods in August, in January it could be deadly especially for those unprepared.Another key learning of winter hiking and trekking is prevent sweating. If you start to sweat along the trail, stop or slow down to prevent it. Sweating your clothes wet in winter is a disaster. Although you can stay warm hiking along sweaty clothes, you can quickly be unhappy when you stop.In areas likely to experience snow, or a hiker may want to carry a hiking stick or a pole (or two). Backpackers on trips of several days in winter are probably more likely to fall due to the heavy weight they carry and trekking pole can reduce this risk. Personally, I find hiking poles more a hindrance than a help in the summer but in winter, hiking poles can make the difference between a short blade and a laugh and an injury resulting fall.Even just where to go for a day hike in winter, hikers must be along some minimal survival supplies. Tools and equipment to make a fire, a little extra food, and a space blanket would be a minimum hike of a winter day (along with other supplies you should always have on a day hike as a first aid kit). Extra socks, gloves and knit hat or head covering is an excellent idea and if you wear those wet.With get a little planning and preparation, winter hiking and backpacking safely can be appreciated and may add more time in the outdoors.

 Then one time, it is possible to stumble upon a unique, fun and satisfying event for a vacation home. Our family found such an activity when we recently went on vacation in Naples, Florida. An internet search has led to a website with information dinner cruises aboard a luxury yacht named the Naples Princess. A phone call from our apartment showed that yes, they were sailing in the evening, and yes, they had room for my family, a group of eight. The menu also sounded pretty good too! Reservations were booked immediately, and their representatives gave me specific directions, which was very handy as I had never been to Naples before.About an hour later we were all pulled into the Port O Call Port area, bought our tickets and boarded the beautiful , luxurious, 94 'yacht Naples Princess. The ship had two levels, with full bars on both, an open air observation deck on both the bow and stern. Moreover, there was a covered outdoor deck at the stern on the second level. The very clean heads was the first level.Our cruise started at 7:00 PM, and within about 5 minutes from the cast off dinner was served. And what a dinner it was! Buffet, all you can eat BBQ ribs to die for, baked chicken breast that melted in the mouth, with both supplemented with white beans, garlic potatoes, coleslaw and rolls. Included in the meal was either coffee or water. The whole field was soft and normal "bar fare" is available as an additional cost. The seating was at tables arranged for your party, and all eight of us had plenty of elbow room at our table. The seats were very comfortable, crisp linen, porcelain, and lights to dim light in the dining room. The interior of the rooms were finished in a dark wood, with tinted glass that allows for excellent viewing in all directions. This ship was very elegant, and the crew made us feel that the most important passengers to ever race in the Naples Princess.On our cruise, it was just another 20 or so people, so we all had plenty of room to maneuver around the ship. After dinner was over (did I mention the delicious cheesecake, caramel cake and carrot cake we had for dessert?) Focus our attention entirely to the magnificent view from any position on the ship. The captain was the narration as we cruised along, guide our vision to interesting sites along the waterway between the mainland and an area called the Ten Thousand Islands. His story was loud enough to be heard, but it was in any way overwhelming if you wanted to make conversation with people around you. The "home" (actually mansions) that we saw was honestly indescribable. Most were 5000 square feet and up, some with guest houses as big as most peoples primary residences. It is hard to imagine that many of these homes was "just winter homes". Some vacant lots are still available for only 4-6000000 dollars, if you are interested.In Besides the pretty developed area, we were treated to see any natural, pristine mangrove islands, complete with a wide assortment of birds. A real treat was the sighting of several dolphins who frolicked of our vessels for a while.The sea was too rough night of our cruise to venture out into the Gulf of Mexico, but it was certainly not a disappointment to any great extent, as the cruise was wonderful, but the bay. I spoke with Jim Albert, captain of the Naples Princess, about his feelings but in this business. A Navy veteran, he loves his job, pilots the ship three times a week, and thoroughly, along with their passengers. I learned from him that Chief Dana had prepared all our meals on board its own kitchen. Jim said that she has been a chef for 13 years, and is himself capable of preparing food for the 100th The only time she needs help is when the ship board lot goes over 100. And her kitchen is very small! What a wonderful time we all had on this cruise. Good food, good company, extraordinary service, and a scenic panorama presented in a way that most people will never see. That night we sailed a price special was in place, with a buy one adult get second half price offer. Thus, with $ 65 as a high price was our price for two adults only $ 97.50. We had a child, including half price, and our youngest grandson was free. A very reasonable fee for a very entertaining evening.When you visit Naples, do not you dare miss a cruise on the Naples Princess!

 Surrounded by mountains, filled with a strong urban energy, growth and charisma, the Chilean capital of Santiago is not a place to miss if you're on your way to Chile. While most travelers are attracted to other parts of the country, the extreme beauty of the glaciers in Patagonia, the salt flats and geysers in the north, but Santiago also offers a variety of attractions and activities to explore. From art museums fish markets, a visitor can fill in some days to know the places city.Most Notary of Santiago is easily accessible from its efficient subway system. In general it is quite fast, clean and exceptional, as well as safe. Traveling in the early morning or evening (08:00 or 19:00) you will get tangled in the peak hours of hectic pace of Santiago, but the meter is still easier to use at this time that does not mean that bus system.this you should not take a bus just a few. Known as "micro" in the city, the bus system is a bit 'disorganized, but an experience in itself. Micros will take you anywhere you want to go, just not always right away. The micro is also home to street musicians and anything made of patches of sales brochures more details on the job, or fiddling with one of the many micro Chilean folksongs.One route will pass through several neighborhoods deeply contrasting Santiago. very nice houses with swimming pools, lush gardens and fascinating architecture in communities such as Las Condes, the polar opposite of reality that exist in the community as Peñalolén or Florida. Chilean culture is deeply divided into classes, and these divisions are evident as you move from one neighborhood's nightlife is as diverse as the neighborhoods next.The. Catch a drink in a bar fusion fashionable but expensive uptown Vitacura, chase it with a cold beer (known as schop) in a pub located next to Plaza Ñuñoa fascinating, and dance the rest of the night in a club bleak but hopping in the activities and events Bellavista.Cultural thrive in Santiago, so if that night of bar hopping you do not stop, get out and visit one of the many museums throughout the city. The National Museum of Fine Arts has an interesting permanent collection, and also home to internationally renowned artists in their collections and temporary exhibitions. Photo by Henri Cartier Bresson, sculptures by Auguste Roding, and a long list of others have graced the walls of the museum. Do not leave out the other museums, however, some of the most interesting findings come to some of the smaller places, such as the cultural center of Las Condes. theater is also rich in Santiago, with new shows opening every weekend in a number of different venues.After visit a museum or two, take a break and enjoy one of Chilean wines. vineyards are within walking distance of the city and UK tour are available at most. When your time is up in Chile, do not forget to bring a good selection of wines at home, no trip to Chile is complete without a few bottles of wine stored in suitcase.The better that Santiago has to offer is just around the city. Located south of Santiago, the Cajun del Maipo is a must see. About two hours out of town and easily reachable by bus travel agency, you Banos Morales. Several small hot springs give the country its name, but the time to enjoy them until after the four-hour trip to El Morado, a Chilean national landmark that is marked by an imposing mountain covered by Glacier San Francisco. North of Santiago there are several other parks to explore. Different viewpoints and different paths you another glacier in Yerba Loca. This park is located on the way to Easter Island, a popular ski resort. Several other tracks of the world, are also nearby, making a mid-June to August to escape possible.Wherever tracks your interests may lie, it is not difficult to find in and around Santiago. It 's the perfect way to begin or end a trip to the south of Chile or of one of the neighbors nearby. ;