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New artistic show in Cusco - Kusikay
Perú, 07/01/2008.- Kusikay, a Peruvian company for artistic events, is proud to present Chaska: An Andean Story. It is a spectacular and modern world-class show which tells a story based on the culture, myths, beliefs, traditions and customs of the Peruvian Andean dwellers, using elements of various scenic arts where theater, dance and circus essences blend together in a unique presentation. [+]
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Ecuador Waives Tourist Visa
Ecuador, 07/01/2008.- As of June 20, 2008, Ecuador no longer requires a visa for foreign tourists to enter the country. Tourists from any country will be welcome to Ecuador, without a visa, for a visit of maximum 90 days. The move seeks to put into practice the principle of free circulation of persons, aiming at strengthening Ecuador’s relationship with the rest of the world through tourism promotion. [+]
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Enjoy a display of Peru´s Pre-Colombian Culture at Larcomar
Perú, 07/01/2008.- The Sala Museo de Oro del Perú is an exhibition destined to display art in gold, metal, textiles and other Pre-Columbian art forms. It is open daily and located at Larcomar Shopping Center, Lima’s oceanfront mall. The collection houses pieces from one of Peru’s top museums: The Mujica Gallao Museum of Gold. [+]
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Brazilian Tam Airline to start Sao Paulo and Lima daily flights
Perú, 07/01/2008.- Brazilian TAM Airlines will begin to operate to Peru as of October 17, 2008, with a daily flight between Sao Paulo and Lima. This means a frequency of seven flights per week, which will take off from Sao Paulo at 8:25 hours (13:25 GMT) arriving to Lima at 10:45 hours (15:45 G; T), and from Lima at 12:00 hours (17:00 GMT) arriving to Sao Paulo at 19:50 hours (01:50 GMT). [+]
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Sonesta Posada refurbishes its hotels in Puno and Miraflores - Lima
Perú, 07/01/2008.- Sonesta Posada del Inca combines the rich history and indigenous culture of Peru with the service, comfort and amenities of first-class hotel accommodations. The Sonesta chain offers a total of six city inns and country lodges designed to reflect the setting and style of each location in Peru. [+]
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Alternative Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Perú, 07/01/2008.- The Salkantay trek, an important Pre-Hispanic trail that leads to Machu Picchu from the northeast of Cusco, is a remote and ancient footpath in the same region of the Inca trail, but less travelled and has more spectacular views.
It takes four to five days and passes through stunning scenery and fascinating towns such as Mollepata, Pampa, Salkantay, Lucmabamba, Llactapata and Aobamba. [+]
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Peruvian government invests in Tourism in Northern Peru
Perú, 07/01/2008.- Mercedes Aráoz, Peruvian Minister for Foreign Commerce and Tourism, revealed that for 2008 her cabinet will assign over 11 million soles (over 3.5 million US dollars), to the improvement of the Northern Peru offer, which holds important tourist resources. [+]
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To orchid aficionados around the world…
Ecuador, 07/01/2008.- The Quito Orchid Expo will take place in the capital of Ecuador from February 4th to the 8th, 2009. The show is organized by the Orchid Society of Quito and the city’s Botanical Garden featuring many of the 4,000 orchid species of Ecuador. Exhibitors from other countries in the world are also expected. [+]
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Smart Voyager Certifications
Ecuador, 07/01/2008.- Metropolitan’s expedition vessels in the Galapagos, the 90-guest MV SANTA CRUZ and 40-guest Yacht ISABELA II have obtained the Smart Voyager Certification granted by Conservation and Development, member of the America’s Sustainable Certification Network. The green seal of approval is awarded to tour operators in the Galapagos Islands who meet a set of strict conservation and sustainability standards. [+]
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Perla del Pacifico Bakery
Ecuador, 07/01/2008.- As of May 2008, Metropolitan Touring’s vessels in the Galapagos are buying their bread from the Pearl of the Pacific Bakery, on Santa Cruz Island. It is operated by a group of women of the Galapagos (many are fishermen’s wives) who received training in bread making as well as financial help to purchase the equipment and notions of business management. This move allows us to support, in a sustainable way, a local initiative. [+]
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New Spa at Hilton Colon Guayaquil
Ecuador, 07/01/2008.- The ideal place for guests to take a break from the pace of modern life and indulge in essential therapy, wellness or just relax and unwind. Enjoy innovative steam rooms, two cabins with mineral rich Vichi water showers and several specially designed rooms with an extensive range of treatments, such as facials, wraps and massages. [+]
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Olmedo Restaurant serves quality local delicacies
Ecuador, 07/01/2008.- Olmedo Restaurant serves local delights with the best traditional recipes of the cuisine of coastal Ecuador, featuring seafood as the main staple. Olmedo Restaurant has an attractive modern, minimalist decoration in earth colors. Tasty meat and vegetarian specialties are also featured on their menu. Their famous Ecuadorian shrimp ceviche is accompanied by plantain chips, crunchy corn nuts and popcorn. [+]
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Ecuador : De Las Palmeras Av. N45-74 and De Las Orquídeas, Quito - Ecuador.
Phone: (593-2) 298-8200 - Fax: (593-2) 334-1250 |
Perú : Av. Camino Real 456, C.C. Camino Real, Torre Real, Suite 804, San Isidro, Lima 27, Perú
Phone: (51-1) 221-3341 - Fax: (51-1) 221-0974 |
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