Chile Skiing
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Skiing ranks as the outstanding winter sport in Chile, where some of the finest skiing centers in the hemisphere are located. The skiing season extends from June to October (and occasionally through November). The most popular ski areas are Portillo, 3 hours away from Santiago on the international highway to Mendoza, Argentina, and the local ski runs at Farellones, Colorado, Valle Nevado, and La Parva, all about an hour away from Santiago. Hotel rooms are expensive, and reservations for July and August must be made several months in advance. The slopes are never as crowded as they often are in the U.S. ... [Read More]
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At 17,490 feet (5,330 meters), Chacaltaya is the highest ski area in the world. It offers advanced and intermediate skiing on a glacier with a spectacular view during the October to April season. When snow cover is heavy enough to fill gullies in upper headwalls, experts will find very steep, challenging skiing. Instruction is seldom available. The primitive 3,000 feet (914 meters) cablelift has a 1,000 feet (305 meters) rise and is the oldest still functioning cablelift in the world. It normally operates on Saturday and Sunday. The special hook required for its use may be obtained locally through the Club Andino Boliviano. No ski equipment is sold in Bolivia, and rental equipment is difficult to obtain; therefore, skiers should bring their own. Chacaltaya is a 5090-minute drive from downtown La Paz; a four-wheel-drive is recommended for driving the steep (and sometimes snow covered) dirt road, although normal cars can manage under good conditions. A day lodge serves soft drinks and s ... [Read More]
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You can find lots of information about Argentina from this site in English. Parks, clubs and countries, all activities, eating and drinking, entertainment, info urban, embassies and consulates, tourism, fishing, skiing, hotels in Buenos Aires, Argentine ranches, food, homes, travel tour and agencies. ... Bariloche, in the lake district of Nahuel Huapi in the Patagonian Andes and about 950 miles southwest of Buenos Aires, is another popular tourist resort. It is very pleasant in summer and an excellent place to escape from the city heat. Winter skiing can be done over well developed trails. Bariloche may be reached by plane, train, or car. Often called the Argentine Switzerland, it boasts beautiful scenery, with snowcapped mountains, noble forests, mirror like lakes, and numerous trout streams. ... [Read More]
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Montevideo has three sailing clubs: Montevideo Yacht Club, Nautical Club, and Montevideo Rowing Club. The Montevideo Yacht Club has several Marconi-rigged fin keelboats for members. Water-skiing, surfing, and sailboarding are popular. ... [Read More]
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Outdoor sports possibilities in Zagreb during winter are limited to skiing, horseback riding, skating, and sledding. Sledding is very popular in hilly Zagreb and its many parks. There are many natural hot springs (Toplice) with indoor/outdoor swimming facilities; the one most commonly frequented by Embassy personnel is at Catez, roughly a 30-minute drive from Zagreb, just over the Slovenian border. A day pass, including water slides, sauna and wave pool is just USD 5.00. Skiing is popular and easily accessible on Sljeme; however, most people drive to Slovenia, Italy, or Austria to ski. There are excellent downhill and cross-country trails for experts and beginners. Several ice-skating rinks offer skates to rent and childrens lessons. ... [Read More]
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Small boats can be rented for the day in Haifa and on the Sea of Galilee in Tiberias. Scuba divers can explore interesting underwater ruins off the coast of Caesarea. The Gulf of Aqaba has a spectacular coral reef with a variety of reef fish. Eilat also offers excellent water skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling. ... Fishing, snorkeling, water skiing, wind surfing, surfboarding, and scuba diving are very popular in Israel. The Ramat Aviv beach has especially good waves for surfing. Diving classes in English are given in both Tel Aviv and Eilat. Equipment is generally safe and can be rented. It is expensive to buy. ... [Read More]
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Camping, hang-gliding, surfing, surf fishing, mountain climbing, and water skiing are other activities available within Rio's vicinity. Deep-sea fishing is fair but expensive; freshwater fishing is available in the mountains. Hunting is prohibited in Brazil, except in Rio Grande do Sul. Approval for importation of weapons is handled through the Embassy (see section Firearms and Ammunition). EntertainmentLast Updated: 10/29/2003 12:03 AM ... [Read More]
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Knowledgeable English-speaking personal tour guides can be hired for a small fee. They are available for tours of Minsk and all through Belarus. This is an optimal way to get a true feel for the country and/or to focus on particular areas of individual interest. Recreation and Social Life SportsLast Updated: 11/28/2003 11:27 AM Minsk offers numerous opportunities for a variety of sports. The city has several swimming pools, tennis facilities, ice-skating rinks, and bowling alleys. The area is ideal for biking with wide sidewalks, extensive parks, and meandering bike paths. A few health clubs/fitness centers for working out, weight traini ... [Read More]
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