Tuesday, August 04, 2009

Brisas del Mar

Haven´t had the time to write much (electronically) on this trip.
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Lucy and I spent our fist three weeks traveling at a pretty rapid pace. We stayed in each place for only 1 t 3 nights. We arrived in Lima on the 14th, and spent our 3 days there walking around, seeing ruins, exploring the bohemian district of Barranco, and the affluent suburb of Miraflores, where we discovered an amazing Cafe called Cafe Z. Peruvians were somewhat frustrating, and we were excited to leave Lima. We went next to Ica, but stayed in nearby Huacachina lake, a dessert oasis. The next day, we went wine and pisco tasting in Ica, and dunebuggying and sandboarding in the dunes. Pictures when I return. The next day, we took a long bus ride to Cusco, and stayed at a nice rustic hostel, Sweet Daybreak, with an amazing view of Cusco. We visited KM0 at the recommendation of a friend. Altitude sickness was apparent, and I got a small stomach bug as well. After 3 days, we took the train to Ollantaytambo, and chilled there a few days, enjoying the charms of a once small town in the Sacred Valley. We then took the train to Aguas Calientes and hiked up to Machu Picchu. Sunset was spectaculor. After returning to Cusco the next day we took a bus back to Lima, and this time enjoyed Lima much more, attending a gallery opening, playing cards at Z, and visiting other galleries. Then we headed north, stopping in the shithole northern city of Piura. We did have a nice dinner at a Cuban place. Next we crossed the border at la Tina and stayed in Loja on night before going to Cuenca for 4 days, our favorite so far. Especially the restaraunt Tiestos and chef Juan Carlos. I can´t say enough about it, and will write a review when I return. We also hung out in a pleasant travelers hang called Wunderbar. Then we went to Guayaquil for one night, and finally met up with Bachi in Manta. We will be exploring the coast from here, but mostly are greatful to be hanging out with Bachi in a city with wonderful weather and beaches. Up next, is more Manta, Puerto Lopez and the coast, Isla de la Plata, Montanita, and more Manta. Then, Banos and Quito. More reflections and actual thoughts when I return.

1 Comments:

Blogger Unknown said...

ciao bello and bella, it's zizi, as usual I am thinking of you and hoping that the two of you remain safe and happy. sounds as though the coast is lovely and maybe a bit warmer? hope to see you both soon we all miss you. zi

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