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Travel To South America - The Three Faces of South America

There it is, plenty of mountains, beaches, adventures and history, all at an affordable price. What are you waiting for your next trip to South America?

As a matter of fact, if you are reading this, you have already decided to go there or, at least ,you are thinking about it. But, where to? I will show you my three favorite locations in South America, you choose by your own.

Peru: Macchu Picchu and The Inca’s Road

Are you the kind of person interested in history and archeological marvels or you would rather go looking for adventure, and a little (or more) fun within it? Whatever option you chose, Peru is the right place for you to go.

Five hundred years ago, the Spaniards ransacked and destroyed most of the legacy of the Inca Civilization. They could not, however, reach the sacred city of Macchu Picchu. These almost intact ruins where found in the twentieth century, and access to the city is believed to have been reserved for the emperor (the Inca) and the nobility (Hiran Bingham, founder of the remains, held that priestesses were raised and prepared here, but this is refused by current scientists)

Macchu Picchu is also some kind of world spiritual centre, people of all credos consider it an incredible point of contact with the spirit. But reaching the Macchu Picchu without walking the Inca’s Road, one of the most spectacular walking roads of the world, would be a sin. The Incas had built a road system only comparable to the one that the Ancient Romans built. The best kept part of the Inca’s road is the one that goes from Aguas Calientes to Macchu Picchu. After paying a USD 50 rate (USD 25 for students with international card), you will be able to start three unforgettable days in which you will walk 60 miles of mountains, with incredible vegetation and landscape.

The contact with the local people is one of the most attractive sides of traveling to South America, and this is particularly noticeable on the Inca’s Road.. You will find several “postas” all along the way (the antique places where Incas messengers got rest), and the natives hired for carrying the heavy luggage (the “portadores”) still resemble those antique messengers: they run at an incredibly rhythm; when you arrive to the “posta” they will have already set up your tent. However, not only rest is to be expected at the end of the day: depending on which “posta” you choose to stop, you can be received but one of the parties enjoyed by the innumerable youngsters that visit Macchu Picchu from all around the world.

The Inca’s Road is usually preceded by a visit to Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire, and one of the greatest urban monuments from Colonial times in Latin America.

Yet, if I were you, I would start from the Argentine city of Salta, visit Bolivia, the Titicaca Lake, and just then go to Cusco. It is a bit longer, yes, but you will never forget it.

Brazil, always Brazil

What else can be said of Brazil that you have not heard about? Brazil is not a place to be visited once, it is a place to fall in love with. Brazil is also one of the largest countries of the globe, so my first advice is to get a travel guide book, and also one of those promotional plane tickets including 5 destinations for a reduced price.

Brazilians are worldwide known for their eternal smile and happiness; they tend to have less prejudices regarding human relations. That may be the reason why you will find a party almost wherever you find a Brazilian. Although Rio is “the” place for nightclubs, discos, and related events, the entire coast of Brazil is a permanent party.

If you are planning a trip for two, let me recommend you Trindage, an almost unnoticed place between Rio and Sao Paulo. The road ends at Parati, a beautiful beach town known for its Colonial architecture. After Parati, you will have to walk 8 kms. (around 3 miles). Renting a car is an option too, but I prefer hitchhiking. Every night there are reggae parties on the beach, and the sky is so clean that you will see several falling stars. You can a take a bath in of the rivers of the zone, but please remember not using soap in order to keep the environment unpolluted.

For those who enjoy adventures, the Amazon is a huge challenge. If you want to visit the jungle but without taking big risks, it is always nice to visit the mythic city of Manaos, with its Opera and its glorious past. Manaos is today a tax-free zone, so you may also find very cheap electronic devices.

Buenos Aires: the most pretentious city in South America

I was not surprised when I read that a London magazine has chosen Buenos Aires as the ‘sexiest city in the world’. With most of its population of European origins, and the frenzy proper of a big city, Buenos Aires has an incredible night life. Fancy nightclubs and pubs (accessible to the tourist, because of the low local currency, the Argentine Peso) are concurred by both young and mature people.

I would recommend going to one of the exclusive restaurants located in Puerto Madero, eat some Argentine meat, and then start the night at the Recoleta, the fanciest zone in Buenos Aires. You will ask yourself whether you are in Milan or Paris (do not dear to remind an Argentine they are from South America, they will get mad at you!).

Culturally, Buenos Aires is the most active city in South America. Writers, film directors, philosophers and artists of all kind are usually in the city giving performances or conferences.

If you like Theater, Corrientes Av. is some sort of local Broadway, all along which you will find uncountable spectacles. Of course, you cannot leave Buenos Aires without visiting the Colon Theatre, the most refined of its kind in South America.

During the day, you can visit San Telmo square, place of bohemians and artists, home of Tango, the Argentine typical dance. You can always go to a “tangueria” (tango bar) and get some lessons or just enjoy the sensual movements of the dancers.

For the weekend, going to a soccer match is a must. If you want to go to the biggest stadium in Argentina, go to the River Plate Stadium. However, if you prefer something slightly smaller but much more intense, go to the antagonist Boca Juniors Stadium, where 60,000 souls tight in a reduced space make literally vibrate the concrete. Soccer is not just a sport for the Argentines, it is a passion. Although Argentine beaches are not famous, you can enjoy several near Buenos Aires.

The most crowded is Mar del Plata, but the most beautiful is perhaps Necochea. If you are thinking on going a little more to the south, you can visit Las Grutas, the most southern beach where you can take a bath (below that, it is freezing cold). As a matter of fact, this would be an excellent excuse for visiting the entire Patagonia, with the lakes, the mountains and the Pampa, but this is subject for another article on traveling to South America…

Additional resources and information can be found by going to: http://www.TravelToSouthAmerica.com

Jason Gadayan
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Reproduction of rubber parts.?

I’m trying to reproduce rubber parts for an antique auto. These small parts, which are basically bumpers, are no longer available so I’m trying to make them but once I form them they have a very rough appearance after cutting, grinding and sanding. Is there any way to make them look like molded semi shiny parts that are available for other cars from restoration suppliers other than to apply a coating of Armor All or similar products which only last a short time?
In response to SkyPilot, first of all thanks for your input, my car is a 36 Dodge. Can’t find trunk prop arm bumper repoduction. Also had to shave trunk closing bumpers from Steele Products to get trunk to close. Asking this question also for others I know to see if there is a way to get a nice finish after reshaping or reproducing a part from blank rubber or reproduced rubber parts that won’t quite fit .

You would need to mold the rubber smoothly in order to obtain a satin type finish. What year, make and model are you working on?

What would you be willing to sacrifice, in order to provide to provide for your baby?

I guess I’m just looking for a little support here, and personal stories or experiences…

I’m a SAHM. We are just getting by on my fiance’s income, but once his health insurance starts coming out of his check, we will need another income. We share a car, so if I were to go back to work, I would have to take baby to daycare on the bus very early in the morning, and somehow find a way to get my oldest to school. We have some brutal winters here, so it’s not exactly an ideal situation.

However, I do have an antique piece of jewelry that is worth a pretty penny. It’s a family heirloom, passed down to me by my grandmother. Her and I were never close; in fact, she was an alcoholic and abusive to my mother, and I rather resent her for it.

If I sell the jewelry, it will buy me a car, and enough money to put away so that I can stay home with my baby a bit longer. Ideally, I would like to stay home with him until he turns one year old. He still nurses frequently, and I can’t stand the thought of putting him in a place with no boobies for six to eight hours a day.

It pains me to have to sell such a valuable item, but my family is more important. I do worry that I might kick myself down the road, and regret my decision, but I don’t know what else to do.

Anything you have to say on the subject would be appreciated. If you have made a sacrifice for your family, please share.
I should add that my mother would be insanely upset with me if she ever found out that I sold it. I don’t plan on telling her; she thinks it’s tucked away in a safe deposit box (and it is), and she has never asked about it.

It’s my mom that I worry about. I feel like I am betraying her somehow.

oh my gosh, SELL IT! i don’t want to downplay the difficulty of choosing to sell it, but, especially since there is no real sentimental value (given what an arse your gma was), i mean, this is exactly the reason why we hold onto valuable things "until we need them." you need it now. the image of you dealing with the bus and school and all that: ugh. this will change your life in many more ways than the obvious ones. think of the shift in your state of mind after dealing with all these transportation issues on a freezing cold day! i would have done this and more to maintain my status as a SAHM — and i wasn’t breastfeeding OR parenting a second/older child. i would have sold anything i own. nothing is more valuable to me than giving ruby this time in the most secure, stree-free, happy way possible. i am fortunate that all i’ve had to give up are the "little" things — but that could change any day, and i always think about that. i really do NOT see you kicking yourself down the road. on the contrary, from what i know of you, i think you will kick yourself down the road if you don’t sell it to maintain what you’ve set up for his infancy. you can always make money later. you can not recreate his earliest years for him, for his brother, or for yourself. do it! sell it!!!!!!

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We have a need for information on restoration and repare of early Brass teen & preteen autos. We use chemicals in our derusting baths. We have sisals/buffers. etc. We have been reworking these types of autos since 1958. We are located in Branson, Mo. USA. Unfortunately this was my hobby ’til I retired from teaching. I have 27 of these cars and a large facility in which I am overwhelmed and overworked. I need to finish these cars in order to pay everything off. Interested in any REAL knowledge in buffing speeds and chemical cleaning solutions to save time and $$. I taught engineering classes, autobody, welding, auto restoration and have a 6000sqft very complete shop for FULL restorations. I need answers to this delimma. I have recieved 1 informative response from this Blog. Thank you, but, I need more information. Retirement income only goes so far and I have been collecting since 1960 and now it’s time to put these cars together so that I may sell them except for 3-4 that I will keep.

we use a product called brasso and use a very low rpm speed.

I have pre-order sims 3, from amazon, How do I get vintage car?

I have pre-order sims 3, from amazon, How do I get vintage car?
I pre-order Sims 3 from amazon and I finally receive it today, But amazon said if I preorder my Sims 3
I would get a promotional code for a vintage car. Does it come with the shipping or I have to wait
how does this work

The code in the box for the collectors edition is for the European sports car. It’s not the same as the vintage car for preorders. I never got my Amazon promotional code either. I’m having to contact EA and maybe Amazon to try and get the code sorted out.