Whether it's the nervous energy associated with moving on again or the prospect of entering Colombia (a country with a violent recent history) but I sleep poorly. Even the name Bogota conjures up feelings of tension and danger! The palm trees along Playa El Agua continue to sway as Christi and I taxi to the airport; perhaps they are waving us goodbye and wishing us good luck. To be honest I'm … [Read more...]
Museo del Oro, Bogota, Day 161
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Christi and I stumble out of bed at 8:30 am and enjoy a complimentary breakfast of cereal, fresh juices and all manner of Colombian delicacies at the Hotel de la Opera. I could seriously get used to this lifestyle - if someone else was paying! Despite dire weather predictions it’s another nice day in Bogota. As we walk around the downtown area, the vibe is very upbeat. The people seem … [Read more...]
Zipaquira, Colombia, Day 162
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The weather changes today and not for the better. Christi and I are sad to leave the luxury of the Hotel de la Opera, which is undoubtedly one of the more luxurious hotel experiences we've had in South America. Still travelers must travel, although we are cheating a little. We've hired a car and driver to cover a few sites of interest immediately to the north of Bogota over the next few days. … [Read more...]
Raquira, Colombia, Day 163
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The day dawns with beautiful skies and Christi and I can't wait to begin exploring the area beginning with Villa de Leyva, then Raquira, and if there's enough time, the Monasterio de la Candelaria. After a complimentary breakfast at the Posada de San Antonio, we walk the cobbled streets of colonial Villa de Leyva. The Plaza Mayor is a vast open space with little development. The east is the … [Read more...]
Villa de Leyva, Colombia, Day 164
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A little ways outside of Villa de Leyva is a scenic viewpoint overlooking the town. It requires a modest hike, which Christi feels I am more than capable of accomplishing on my own. "You have, after all, completed the Inca trail and the Roraima trek," she points out. While Christi does something far less energetic, I slosh through muddy pools and stumble over slick hillsides until more by luck … [Read more...]
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