2012 has been an extremely fun year for me. I travelled 4 continents and 14 countries. So I figured I would give you a summary type post about my entire year filled with my a dazzling photo of moi (har har) along with a Post line-up for each country I visited. Here we go.
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ce·vi·che /səˈvēCHā/ – A South American dish of marinated raw fish or seafood, typically garnished and served as an appetizer.
I’ve tried both Peruvian Ceviche and Mexican Ceviche. So who wins in this South American Seafood Showdown?
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You shouldn’t believe everything you hear. This saying always pops up AFTER you’ve done something stupid. Today was no exception. As I was intermittently going between my hammock, the fruit smoothie bar, and the pool in the desert oasis of Huacachina Peru, I started to talk with the waitress. She laughed at my Argentinian accented Spanish and then divulged a Peruvian secret to me: Coca-Cola is the Peruvian Tanning Lotion.
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Surrounded by antiplano, beautiful perched on the edge of Lake Umayo, stands the Sillustani Funeral Towers. The tall standing towers are called “chullpas” which are pre-Colombian funeral towers.
Spending almost 1 month in Peru – I fell head over heels for their incredible cuisine with its right amount of spice and citrus blends!
Peruvian food is the next food to hit the mainstream food scene around the world.
Read MoreLa Mansion del Fundador – Arequipa, Peru
Beautifully old Architecture? Check. Colourful? Check. Scenery? Check.
Read MoreThe Colourful City-Within-A-City: Santa Catalina Monastery, Arequipa, Peru
Old? Check. History? Check. Coloruful? Check. This is a place for me.
Read MoreBudget: South America – 51 Days
Although I was living the last 10 months in South America – I only starting this budget during my 51 day backpacking trip through Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.
Read MoreDay 50 & 51 – Lima, Peru
Lima is a hectic city – honking, yelling, traffic – but with a bright yellow Plaza de Armas; you can’t help but be cheerful in the chaos.
Read MoreDay 48 & 49 – Paracas & Islas Ballistas, Peru
Islas Ballistas is said to be the Poor Man’s Galapagos….
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I'm Chrystal McKay, a 23 year old Canadian girl who travels the world seeking knowledge. I am a World Citizen, Globe Trotter, and Continuous Learner. A Lover of Ancient Ruins, Castles, Churches, and all things Old and Beautiful. Follow me as I learn my way around the world.
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