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On December 20th we took a day off from boat projects to
enjoy the fresh air and magnificent vistas of Los Altos, a
small community in the mountains east of Puerto La Cruz. The
winding drive toward a higher altitude offered many breathtaking
views of the islands we are hoping to soon visit on the boat.
For lunch we stopped at the Vista Montaña posada and
restaurant. Three hefty boxer dogs and a monkey gave us their
full attention since we were the only diners on the slow week
day. How often do you get to dine with a dog on your feet
and a monkey on your head?
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Nick learns the literal interpretation of having a "monkey
on your back."
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Mountain view at Vista Montaña
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The pottery workshop is a must-stop.
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The red devil
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This parrot thinks it is a goose, just like
all his buddies who walk on the ground.
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Mongoose to human: "C'mon stick your finger in here.
I won't bite."
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Who do you suppose is the Gallo Rojo (red rooster)?
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The mother of these children was happy for
Nick to take their picture.
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Some women relax in a doorway.
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A man brings plantain leaves to market. Hallacas
are the big holiday
food. They're similar to a tamale.
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Leo, our English-speaking taxi driver, gave us the Los Altos
tour.
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These islands are literally right around
the corner from the marina.
We can't wait to be sailing again!
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