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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER                                                                                              APRIL 2009 - 28th ED.
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Welcome to the April edition of The Traveler, the Latin America for Less monthly newsletter! Find in this edition a personal commentary from our Costa Rica Manager Stephanie Byrd about her vacation in Ceiba Tops, a luxurious five star lodge in the dense heart of the Amazonian jungle of Iquitos and trace the origins of one of Peru’s most common (and most peculiar) dishes, Aji de Gallina.  As for those curious about holiday traditions south of the Equator, Matt Barker explains the festive celebrations of Semana Santa- your traditional Holy Week with a Latin American twist. This month’s featured testimonial shares the adventures of a Utah couple through the Amazonian jungles of Puerto Maldonado to the foggy peaks of Machu Picchu and ancient ruins of the Sacred Valley. Lastly, we share some travel tips on how to dress and what to prepare for when flying long distances. We hope that these tips will serve to make your future trips to enchanting Latin America much more comfortable and stress-free, from start to finish! Please take a moment to look again at our Peru for Even Less Deals, these specials feature some of Peru’s most popular destinations at an even lower price. Peru, Argentina, Brazil and Costa Rica await your arrival.

Alexander Seeger
Editor
Latin America For Less
alex@latinamericaforless.com

Elizabeth Nicknam-Retana
Marketing Manager
Latin America For Less
marketing@latinamericaforless.com

FEATURED HOTEL

Ceiba TopsCeiba Tops: The Enchantment of the Amazon

Our Costa Rica For Less Manager, Stephanie Byrd, took advantage of the Semana Santa holiday with a trip to the bustling town of Iquitos. Located on the edge of the Amazon River deep in the jungle near the border with Colombia and Brazil, this is the world’s largest city (370,000 inhabitants) that can be accessed only by river or air. Stephanie was headed for the popular and luxurious hideaway lodge: Ceiba Tops.
Read about Stephanie’s Ceiba Lodge Experience »
 
HOLIDAYS AND EVENTS
Holy Week in Cuzco
The Latin Party Spirit Takes On Holy Week

With a long history of Catholicism inherited from the days of the Spanish colonial rule many centuries ago, Latin America has become renowned for its vibrant religious culture, much of which has shaken off the somber traditions of the European church to embrace a livelier approach to religious observance.
Read about Semana Santa »
MONTHLY RECIPE
Aji de gallina
Aji de Gallina: A Culinary Fusion

Aji de Gallina, one of Peru’s most famous culinary treats, is a dish composed of boiled shredded chicken bathed in a spicy yellow chili sauce. Translated, Aji de Gallina means “hen chili,” but chicken is often used as a more economical substitute.
Read further about Aji de Gallina »
TRAVEL TIPS
Dressing for Flying Clothing Tips: Dressing for Flying

At Latin America for Less, we keep in mind the safety and comfort of our travelers throughout the entire trip, even before they arrive on our continent! While the prospect of a Latin American vacation is definitely an exciting endeavor, busy airports and long plane rides can sometimes dampen the anticipation of the upcoming trip.
Read our Flying Travel Tips »
FEATURED TESTIMONIALS

Richa and Hans Wilson at Machu PicchuUtah Couple Enjoys the Wonders of Peru!

Richa and Hans Wilson traveled to Peru in late September for a memorable ten day trip to experience the exciting variety of culture and natural beauty that Peru has on offer.  In addition to visiting Cuzco and the surrounding Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley, Hans and Richa even managed to find time to squeeze in a trip to the Amazon at Puerto Maldonado!
Read about the Wilson’s Peru Trip »
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Inti Raymi
Celebrate the Inca’s Winter Solstice, Inti Raymi, this June!

Witness first-hand the stunning Incan Festival of the Sun. This annual celebration of the Winter Solstice is performed in the Incan Quechua language at important religious landmarks throughout Cuzco, a rare opportunity not to be missed!
  Arenal Volcano
Special 1: Craters & Critters

Commune with nature during a multi-day stay in the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica´s Arenal Volcano, then balance it out with a taste of the luxurious beach life at Quepo´s white-sand shore and a playful visit with the local wildlife at the Manuel Antonio National Park.
  Argentine Treasures
Argentine Treasures

Travel the length of Argentina, from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires to the tropical jungle of the breathtaking Iguazu Falls and south to the frigid ice fields of Los Glaciares National Park, where one of Patagonia’s most important tourist sites –the massive Perito Moreno Glacier- is located.
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