Once again, my tastes are eclectic and I love to have fun, so here's what I found this week for you to keep in mind when planning your trip!
1. Santa Lucia Hill Park, Santiago, Chile. That's right. It's a park, but it's a great park. Also, Santiago just landed on my to do list, so it's relevant.
In the 1800's the Spaniards built two castle like forts on this hill that stand today. Over the years, Chile has changed from conquered land to its own country, and instead of tearing it all down, they made it into a gorgeous park. The hill of Santa Lucia Hill, is 230 feet high, has great hiking trails in addition to the castle forts and a whole lot of other beautiful sights to see.
It's a can't miss when visiting Santiago, and from the top of the hill, you get the best views of the beautiful city of Santiago, Chile.
https://www.santiagoturismo.cl/en/cerro-santa-lucia-2/
https://www.viator.com/Santiago-attractions/Santa-Lucia-Hill/d713-a13368
https://greatchile.com/en/tourist-attraction/santa-lucia-hill/
https://santiagochile.com/cerro-santa-lucia/
1. The Niagara Parks Power Station and Tour, Niagara Falls, Canada. 115 years ago, this giant for the time power station opened to use the force of the falls to generate power for most of the Eastern Seaboard in the Northeast part of the United States and Canada. I know this because at one time, it failed and made a real mess where I live. It provided a lot of power and was an engineering marvel of its time.
Fast forward a bit and it's no longer used, because they have a more modern way, but in what I believe to be a wonderful fashion, it's been turned into a museum which you can visit and tour. Niagara Falls is one of the most visited places anywhere, and it's something that I haven't visited on a trip, and that says a lot.
I've done most things touristy in Niagara Falls, but this is new since my last visit, so that just means I have to go back and do it. There are a few ways to visit this museum. You can go and decide when you get there, between 10 and 6 daily. There are tours, self guide and even packages that include a visit to the tunnels behind the falls. It's a great newer thing to do while visiting the ever popular falls.
https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/attractions/niagara-parks-power-station
https://www.niagarafallstourism.com/play/attractions/niagara-parks-power-station/
https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/attractions/niagara-parks-power-station/the-tunnel-niagara-falls
https://www.niagarafallstourism.com/books/
3. In some places they have "Women Only" metro and train cars. There are any number of places where this exists. It's common in parts of Japan, China, India, Iran, and Mexico to name a few. I brought this up, because of many things.
First, I know that sometimes people, not just women, don't like to travel alone. It's scary. I didn't used to do much of it, but now I do it all the time. I also am aware that a lot of the time women are a little more afraid of traveling around alone. This is the reason I think it might be a good idea in some of these places.
Let's face it. The countries I mentioned are crowded. Crowds can be scary. So, the idea of giving the girls their own cars in these overcrowded areas isn't a bad idea. In some cases there are even guards. I find it interesting, and I wouldn't criticize it.
On the other hand, I hate to be treated like a fragile flower, so I'm not sure what I think of it on that note.
At any rate, if you happen to be traveling in any of these areas, and you're a bit nervous about overcrowded mass transit; give it a try and see if it puts your mind at ease.
https://www.newsweek.com/half-women-want-women-only-subway-train-cars-2024-1936571
https://www.tokyoweekender.com/japan-life/news-and-opinion/why-japan-women-only-cars/
https://wearemitu.com/wearemitu/news/mexico-city-women-only-subway-cars/
4. A Natural Waterslide, Paraty, Brazil or Cachoeira Toboga. Brazil looks like a lot of fun. Won't lie. What I do know is that I tried out a natural water slide once in North Carolina, and it was a lot of fun.
In Bocaina Mountain Range National Park, north of Sao Paulo is a natural water slide; as well as a lot of beautiful things to see. Paraty was once a colonial port and many of the buildings are still standing in many places today. There are a lot of tours in the area to enjoy everything it has to offer.
It's a beautiful district, with a magnificent national park, the towns are mostly along the Atlantic Coast, and it's beautiful Brazil. This waterfall turned natural waterslide is just the cherry on top.
https://thefullpassport.com/natural-waterslide-paraty-brazil/
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1529654330390932
https://www.laidbacktrip.com/posts/cachoeira-toboga-waterfall-paraty-brazil
https://www.viator.com/Paraty-attractions/Cachoeira-Toboga/d5426-a12772
5. Go to see the Book of Kells and the Library at Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. Do you like religious history? Do you like amazing old buildings? Do you like to investigate libraries? Well, you won't ever get over this.
The Book of Kells, is an ancient book of the four gospels of the New Testament in Latin created around 800 AD. It's a fabulous piece of history and going to a college library just to see it is just like going to the Louvre just to see the Mona Lisa. Totally worth it.
The library was founded in the 1500's and is a marvel of construction and decor. Being an incredible geek, I would love to visit this one, and it's definitely on my bucket list. Dublin is a great city with a lot to do, and this is just one more thing you can add to your list. If you love literature and old libraries; it's a must see. Don't forget, you can book a tour called "The Book of Kells Experience" and learn all about everything from the guide.
https://www.tcd.ie/library/old-library/
https://www.visittrinity.ie/book-of-kells-experience/
https://www.ireland.com/en-us/things-to-do/attractions/book-of-kells-trinity-college-dublin/
https://www.visitdublin.com/the-book-of-kells-experience
There you have it. Yes, it's random, but I'm a person who wants to experience everything, so that happens. I have things that I ponder, things that I wonder about, and things I must experience someday; so sometimes they all fall here.
I hope you found something that piqued your interest here, and include it in your travels.
In the meantime, you can check out my YouTube channel as well and see what's happening when I do get to go places on Adventures for Anyone with Terri Dixon (me) on YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/@ninakindred9466
Keep checking in here for great little ideas to add to your trips, pack your bags and enjoy!
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