Mancora

Mancora

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December 18th 2007
We decided to treat ourselves to a beach holiday. The sun was shining the waves were crashing so what better time to try our hands at surfing. Nat was a pro catching every wave, Sophie got as far as surfing on her knees and Aylish was back on the beach within 10 minutes after a row with her moody and inpatient instructor. ... read more

South America » Peru » Tumbes

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Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by the Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces defeated in 1... ... read more