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YOUR WEEK in South America
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Latest News |
 Women's Rights Initiative
Peru has accepted an invitation from the United States to be a founding member of Equal Futures
Partnership, a global initiative to expand opportunities for women and girls. The initiative, proposed in 2011 by President Barack Obama, fosters womens political participation and economic empowerment by bringing governments together with multilateral organizations, the private sector, and civil society. The partnership will officially launch at the UN General Assembly in September and it will comprise a small group of founding members.
 SAExplorers.org
So, have you checked it out yet? Your new SAE website is here and it's outstanding. Tons of new information and ultra
user-friendly. Huge benefits for our members, after all, it is your website! Members, visit the home page and get your new password to explorer! SAE Website
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Classifieds |
+ Machu Picchu Inca Trail
Book our exciting Peru Tours, Inca Trail, Machu
Picchu tours and Peru vacation tours offered by Qeros Tours specialist travel agency.
www.qerostours.com
+ Centro Tinku
More than a Language School. Experience cultural immersion
in our Spanish or Quechua intensive classes. Nueva Baja 560, 084-249737
centrotinku.com
+ Worth Repeating!
Our new website is amazing! Now that it's finally here, we
are so excited to have our members jump right in. We think it's great, but we want to know what you think!
New SAE Website!! |
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Quito Club
Weekly Events |
 Charity Pub Quiz
Show off your trivia knowledge, compete for great prizes (first prize is $50 to spend over the bar) and meet new
friends or bring along some of your own! Finn McCools is the only Irish-owned Irish bar in Quito, and a great place for a night out. Even better - all profit from entry to this event goes directly to our chosen charity. CENIT is a non-profit organization that helps working children and their families here in Quito. Make sure you arrive early to claim your table, this is a very popular event!
+ Date: Every Tuesday at 8:30pm
+ Location: Finn McCool's - Diego de Almagro y Pinto
+ Cost: $2 for Members, $3 for Non-members
 Expedition Launch Party!
SAE Quito are the proud hosts of the launch party for the Rediscovering the Amazon
expedition. This incredible trip to retrace Orellanas trip down the Amazon is being undertaken by three of our members. There will be food, drinks, live music, a presentation by the team members, and a raffle with great prizes to raise some last-minute funds and ensure they'll be able to make the most out of the expedition. Check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date information about what's in store for the evening, and the latest donations of prizes for the raffle!
+ Date: Friday, August 31st from 6pm
+ Location: SAE Clubhouse, Jorge Washington 311 y Leonidas Plaza
+ Cost: $3 for Members, $5 for Non-members
 Karaoke Night
Meet us at Zumbambicos at 7:30pm on Thursday evening for our fabulous karaoke night. We get our own private room
(great for those who are a little nervous!) and we have over 25,000 songs in English and Spanish to choose from. The bar also has food, and the drinks are reasonably priced too. This is a free event for members you only pay for what you consume although donations for the organizational side are always appreciated! $3 contribution for non-members. If if it's your first Karaoke Night, get in touch first so that we can be sure you'll find it, the place is a bit hidden!
+ Date: Thursday, August 30th from 7:30pm
+ Location: Zumbambico, Veintemilla y Tamayo (Big Dark Blue Building Right on the Corner)
+ Cost: $3 for Members, $5 for Non-members
Quito Facebook
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Quito Club
Latest News |
 Tungurahua Erupts
Volcan Tungurahua, near the town of Baños, has seen an increase in volcanic activity this
week. Explosions have been heard, and tremors felt in the surrounding area. A large plume of ash and vapor stretching several kilometers has also been observed, and there is ash falling. The US Embassy in Quito is currently advising caution when travelling in the area. Baños, well-known as Ecuador's adventure sports capital, is located 3-4 hours south of Quito. More Information |
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Quito Club
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+ Pub Quiz
The next Wednesday
night Pub Quiz at the Turtle's Head (La Niña y J L Mera) will be on September 5th, at 8:30pm. Mark your calendars!
Quito Events
+ Movie Night Break
Movie Night is taking a
break for August. It will return on Monday, September 3rd, and we'll be starting with a season of Ecuadorian films.
Quito Events
+ Volunteer with us!
We are looking for volunteers to help out around the
Clubhouse. There's a wide variety of work to get involved in. For more information, or to apply, come to the Clubhouse or send us an email.
Email us.
+ Travel Writers Wanted
Looking for Quito and Ecuador based writers to
write for a new site about life and travel. Must have the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Email for More Information
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Cusco Club
Weekly Events |
 Books Galore
The SAE Cusco Clubhouse is full of interesting things (an assortment of books being one of them) and we are looking to
condense some of our items! Stop by to check out our second-hand guidebooks, exchange a book for free, half-price books from the book exchange, cook books, and even certain books from the library that are usually not available for purchase. Whether you're looking for a fun read or something to learn from you can find it here!
+ Date: Wednesday, August 29th the whole day
+ Location: Cusco Clubhouse - Atoqsaycuchi 670, San Blas
+ Cost: Depends on the Book!
 Traditional Cooking: Watia
Join us for a lovely Friday afternoon "Watia" in our sunny garden! Watia is a traditional way of
cooking from the Inca times where you use adobe to cook potatoes within the earth, in a handmade "oven". To build a maid watia, are needed first of all bricks of "adobe", scrub in earth(ground) which are even of use today to the construction of traditional houses. Besides the watia there will be some other food options included such as uchucuta, Andean cheese, sauces, salad etc. We have drinks for sale.
+ Date: Friday, August 31st, 1:30 pm
+ Location: SAE Clubhouse, Calle Atoqsaycuchi 670
+ Cost: 20 soles for Members, 25 soles for Non-members
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Cusco Club
Latest News |
 New Airport Cusco
Peru is going ahead with the construction of a high-volume airport at Cusco in southeastern Peru, despite
controversies over potential risks the Pampas of Chinchero, an ecological monument that is part of Perus Incan heritage. The airport will increase in quality and quantity, to make sure that it will be able to handle high volumes of traffic in this touristic area. The existing airport's limited capacity has cost Peru key international airline links. A recent project contains the acquisition of farm land that is required for the planned expansion of the facility. Click Here
 New Campaign PromPeru
The Commission for the Promotion of Peru's Exports and Tourism (PromPeru) has a new international advertising
campaign aimed at promoting the countrys tourist attractions. "Peru, Empire of Hidden Treasures" features shots of Puno, Cusco, the Amazon, Lambayeque, Trujillo, Piura, Tumbes, Arequipa, Loreto, Ica, and Lima to showcase Peru's diversity. The organizations target is to increase the tourism sector with 9% in the next two years, by showing the campaign in the UK, Canada, US, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Brazil, France, Germany, Spain, and Italy. Next year the campaign would be
shown in South Korea, China, Japan, Australia, and Mexico. More Information |
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Cusco Club
Classifieds |
+ Centro Tinku
More than a Language School. Experience cultural
immersion in our Spanish or Quechua intensive classes. Nueva Baja 560, 084-249737
centrotinku.com
+ Discover Peru!
Searching for a professional and reliable tour
operator to plan your trip? We will make your stay unforgettable whether you like the beaches, the jungle, or the archeological sites.
x-tremetourbulencia.com
+ Hotel Wiracocha Inn
Enjoy your stay in Aguas Calientes by staying at the Wiracocha Inn. You will have hot water, a good (and early)
breakfast, and a modern, comfortable place to stay only 30 minutes from Machu Picchu by bus.
Website
+ Quechuas Expeditions
The Best Local Tour Operator in Cusco,
Peru offering the Inca Trail, Salkantay, Inca Jungle & Lares. Enjoy your experience with local people, and deal with professional, local guides.
quechuasexpeditions.com |
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Lima Club
Weekly Events |
 Pub Quiz
Quiz master, our member Andy Pantlin, has put together an array of trivia questions. Enjoy a drink -happy hour until 8pm
only for us! We will meet at the Old Pub on Calle de las Pizzas at 7pm.
+ Date: Wednesday, August 29th at 7pm
+ Location: The Old Pub, c/San Ramon 295 (calle de las pizzas), Miraflores
+ Cost: Free for members, Non-members S/8
 SAE Date Auction
On the 5th of September, we will be holding a Date Auction, starting at 7 pm. The "price" for the lucky
bidders will be a candle-light dinner at "Como Agua para Chocolate" (starting at 9:00 pm, food and 2 drinks included in bids) with our staff or selected SAE Members, men and women alike. Afterwards we will go to the Dutch bar just upstairs of the restaurant. The bidding will start at 7:30 pm, hosted by Alex Linian and will start at S/70, S/140 for a double date.
+ Date: Wednesday, September 5th at 7:30pm
+ Location: Lima Clubhouse, Calle Piura 135, Miraflores
+ Cost: Entrance fee for bidders (1 drink included):S/5 for Members, S/8 for non-Members
Lima Calendar
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Lima Club
Latest News |
 Fake Dollars in Peru
BBC Mundo recently reported that Peru seems to be the main producer of fake dollars. Approximately 17%
of the fake dollars found in the United States come from Peru. At the beginning of August, the police had found $2.3 million in fake dollars and arrested Joel Quispe Rodríguez, part of the "Quispe Rodriguez clan". This year, US$17 million were already seized, most part was meant to be sent to the US and other countries where the dollar is used, like Ecuador. J. A. Ramirez from the Central Bank of Peru considers that 0.5% of all the bills (soles and dollars) in Peru are fake.
 Festival Santa Rosa
On August the 30th, Lima celebrates the Santa Rosa of Lima festival. From 1671, the city pays tribute to its
Patron saint with dances and processions, as well as other entertainments. The feast begun during the Spanish colonial government, which wanted to establish Mission grounds for the indigenous people at the end of the 18th Century. Santa Rosa, first named Isabel Flores de Oliva, was the first person in the Americas to be canonized as a saint, by Clemente X in 1671. She is also the Patron saint of the national Police of Peru and the Armed Forces of Argentina.
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Lima Club
Classifieds |
+ Beyond Volunteering
Beyond Volunteering
takes the volunteer experience to the next level, making it a tool for positive change and a gateway to other cultures.
Website
+ Rooms For Rent
Rooms for rent at our Lima Clubhouse. Great atmosphere,
shared common space, kitchen, priv/shr bathroom. Prices from $260-490.
Email Us
+ Free Spanish Classes
Join our Monday Spanish
classes! Beginner class starts at 12pm and intermediate/advanced class at 1pm. The classes are given by Mater Lingua, Corporate Language Consultants who offer Spanish classes for all levels. Location: Lima Clubhouse, Calle Piura 135, Miraflores. Free for Members, 5 dollars for Non-members.
+ Volunteer With Us!
Internships and
volunteer positions available in our Lima Clubhouse. For more information come by the club or check out:
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Buenos Aires Club |
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Buenos Aires Club
Weekly Events |
 Free Spanish Lessons
NOTE new time and place! Come take advantage of our Free Spanish conversation class, and learn
together with nice people and our great teacher, Cristina Gioveni. Please note this class will be held in a Bar (upper floor) of the Palermo Hotel.There is a basic class at 7pm, and an intermediate class at 8pm. Space is limited, and please mail us to bac...@saexplorers.org or directly to her at cristin...@yahoo.com.ar and RSVP if you wish to join our lovely teacher.
+ Date: FRIDAYS AT 7PM
+ Location: Godoy Cruz 2725 y Santa Fe
+ Cost:
Free for Members, ARG$10 for Non-members
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Buenos Aires Club
Latest News |
 Underground Market
Saturday 9th June saw the very first edition of the Buenos Aires Underground Market
produced by The Argentina Independent. Based on the successful model started in San Francisco, food vendors came together to sell their wares at the IMPA worker-run factory in Almagro. With more than 700 visitors and a over 15 vendors the afternoon was packed with yummy goodness. An underground market is a one-day event that provides the opportunity for amateur chefs, artisanal food producers, and creators of amazing homemade food to sell their wares to a hungry and receptive audience of local
and expat foodies. For the second edition, the organisers are looking for vendors to create and sell their own dishes at the Buenos Aires Underground Market. If you are interested in becoming a vendor at the second edition, please email undergro...@argentinaindependent.com for full details.
 Heavy Storms Expected
At least 200 people had to be evacuated in six Buenos Aires province districts due to the
heavy rains and hails that began earlier on Friday. The National Weather Forecast Service (SMN) reported that the rains might continue for the next hours. Those recently evacuated join the 420 that still remain at shelters after last week's heavy rains, the provincial Emergency Council stated. According to the SMN, the situation will continue at the Northern area of the province for the next hours. Following an unusually warm day, temperature dropped as heavy rains were expected to hit the
City. On Saturday, a blast of cold weather will hit the city with light southerly winds, and temperatures between 4 and 14 degrees.
More Information
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Buenos Aires Club
Classifieds |
+ South America by Bus
The fastest,
easiest and cheapest way to travel by bus multiple destinations around Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Peru, Paraguay,Bolivia y Chile. There are passes of 5, 7, 15 trips. Prices from USD320.
Website
+ BA Club Virtual
Dear Members, Only for the winter time, please note
that our Clubhouse be open on Tuesdays ONLY by appointment. Questions and inquiries will be answered by email. For storage room or any other special requests, please email! Website
+ Volunteers Needed
SAE BA needs interns and volunteers to help with
various tasks, some of which are very exciting! For more information, please contact us.
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