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Biotrek Adventure Travels Newsletter
Adventure Travel In Comfort and Style
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Greetings!
It has been a long, harsh winter but spring is just around the corner! In celebration of the warmer months ahead we would like to offer a 10% discount for anyone who commits to a Biotrek adventure 6-months in advance. Upcoming destinations that apply include:
Peru - September 3 - 12, 2010
Chile - November 26 - December 12, 2010
Nicaragua - December 26, 2010 - January 3, 2011
Costa Rica - January 15 - 23, 2011
India - March 11 - 26, 2011
Guatemala - April 21 - May 1, 2011
Check out our web site for additional details and photos from all of these countries. Biotrek clients may always reserve the option to make payments in installments according to a pre-set schedule.
Austin Writing and Photography Workshop
We are having last call for the April writing and photography workshop in Austin, a learning experience that is not to be missed. Two nationally acclaimed artists will be accompanying anyone with an interest in creative writing and capturing stunning photos. A phenomenal opportunity for anyone who wants an adventure someplace where they can nurture their inner-artist! Call/email for details and visit our Austin mini-page here. Home Again!
Proof of Sunny's voyage
P.S. I am FINALLY back from the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula! I shot approximately 2500 photos, so look forward to a presentation in the coming weeks. All the best,
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Peru's Historical Treasures
Peru is a mountainous country offering some of the most ruggedly beautiful vistas in all of South America. World renowned for the Inca Empire that ruled most of the country (along with most of Chile, Bolivia, and Ecuador) for many centuries prior to the Spanish conquest, Peru has a rich culture combined with many incredible natural and historical monuments.
Our first major destination after landing in Lima is Cusco, the former Incan capital. Today it is offically recognized as the historical capital of Peru and is
home to the remains of Incan palaces and several temples, along with an
impressive open-air market. It is located 11,000 feet above sea level -
more than twice the altitude of Denver. We will then travel by train from Cusco through the Andes, a trip that offers relaxation in luxurious cabins while the stunning mountain scenery passes by outside. Machu Picchu, the iconic mountain estate of the Incan emperors and probably Peru's most well-known attraction, will await us at the end of the line.
Immediately outside of Cusco is the region known as the Sacred Valley. The valley's name is not exaggerated, as it was the main source of the Inca empire's mineral wealth and is still the best location to grow Maize (Spanish corn) in all of Peru. Nestled among the Sacred Valley's green fields are the salt mines of Maras, enormous white terraces twinkling with salt that has accumulated over centuries. The mines are truly spectacular to behold.
 
On the border with Bolivia is Lake Titcaca, the highest navigable lake in the world and home to the Uros people (pictured at top of page). The Uros live on a series of man-made islets that, along with their boats, are made entirely from the Totora plant. While many Uros live on the mainland now, several hundred still live on and maintain their traditional island homes. Perhaps not hard to believe, but you may find that walking across the islets feels similar to stepping on a water bed!
Sillustini Burial Mound
Cusco may be the historical capital, but the city of Puno describes itself as Peru's official "folklore capital" because of its colorful folklore and music. Visiting Puno near the end of our trip will be followed by traveling to the archaelogical site of Sillustani, the burial grounds of the Lords of Colla and one of the great Lake Kingdoms of the Altiplano. The above photograph is a shot of one of the interesting burial towers that you will see in this region. Breathtaking vistas of Umayo Lake can also be enjoyed from this same promontory.
Interested in learning more about our trip to Peru? Call or email us at (540) 349-0040/ biotrekadv@aol.com and we'll be happy to help you!
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M is for Morocco
May 8 - 19, 2010
Sahara Desert, Morocco
Join us this May for a magnificent trip to one of the most beautiful countries in all of Africa! We have three spaces remaining, so act quickly to secure your place. Reach our office at 540-349-0040 or email us at biotrekadv@aol.com for booking. We look forward to hearing from you soon! |
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