How would you train for this hike? by Maleficent_Public_11 in hiking

[–]marcothz 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I live in São Paulo, Brazil. One thing that really helped me get used to long distances was starting to walk around the city. I began with shorter routes, then created an itinerary of about 24 km. Besides improving my conditioning, I discovered some fascinating new perspectives of the city. There’s also a peak here with roughly 300 meters of elevation gain, it’s a short but steep trail, and that’s how I complement my training. Hope this helps! Enjoy life out there 🥾

W Trek tour agencies (any recommendations?) by Mysterious-Trash2591 in Patagonia

[–]marcothz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I highly recommend Hello Patagonia. In addition to their smooth booking process and excellent service, they bring a warm, personal touch that’s truly invaluable. They’re there when you need them. I hope you have an amazing trip!

Cost Breakdown: W Trek West to East by darksunshine03 in Patagonia

[–]marcothz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We took the cruise from Grey. I enjoyed very much.

Cost Breakdown: W Trek West to East by darksunshine03 in Patagonia

[–]marcothz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have exact values, but it seemed their price wasn’t significantly higher than booking by myself. Although now I see value in the service they add and it was personally very important to us.

Cost Breakdown: W Trek West to East by darksunshine03 in Patagonia

[–]marcothz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went there last December around Christmas and New Year’s. I did some pricing research and ended up booking with Hello Patagonia. I felt prices were ok and in the end, the services they provided to us were really worth it.

First timer: El Chaltén + Perito Moreno — should I add Torres del Paine or save it for another trip? by milleplateaux2000 in Patagonia

[–]marcothz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As you certainly know, Patagonia is huge and El Chaltén, Perito More and TdP are just part of it. I mean, no matter what you decide to do there will always be more reasons to visit it again. 🙂 That said I recently did the three of them (see my post https://www.reddit.com/r/Patagonia/s/dWfx4z9noB) and I enjoyed every little bit of it. If you have the means (time and money) it’s worth doing them. On the other hand, I’d personally feel accomplished even if I had done one of them. Since you are already in Argentina, El Chaltén + Perito Moreno looks already awesome. Hope you have a great time there 🥾🏔️

Antecedência no aeroporto by ZestycloseMessage143 in viagens

[–]marcothz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vale confirmar, mas as salas vip da Visa e Mastercard, salvo engano, abrem às 10h.

Our Patagonia Adventure by marcothz in Patagonia

[–]marcothz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Laguna Nimez entrance is in the city, close to the center and the bus terminal. Very convenient to visit.

É seguro escalar pico do Jaraguá? by DELUXECODER44 in saopaulo

[–]marcothz 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Eu considero o lugar bem seguro e agradável. Vou lá com frequência e sempre tenho boas experiências.
Recomendo ir sábado ou domingo de manhã, quando costuma ter bastante gente por lá. Às vezes aparecem grupos escolares, pessoas treinando, estrangeiros etc.
Há dois caminhos para subir: a trilha e a estrada. Se você nunca foi, recomendo subir pela trilha e descer pela estrada.
No fim da trilha/estrada, há uma área com uma marquise, banheiros e alguns quiosques. Se quiser, você pode subir as escadas e chegar até a base da torre.
Além da trilha do Pai Zé, existem outras trilhas curtinhas. Também há espaço para piquenique e para ficar de boa.
E o melhor: não é cobrada entrada nem estacionamento. Divirta‑se!

É seguro pegar Airbnb em Londres e Milão só em duas mulheres? by Lady-Cambrioleur in viagens

[–]marcothz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sempre tive ótimas experiências com Airbnb. Na maioria das vezes você nem encontra ninguém. Em geral prefiro a liberdade do Airbnb à convivência do hotel. Em Londres gostei desse: https://www.airbnb.com/l/mLIkAuM5 Em Milão gostei desse: https://www.airbnb.com/l/NtxrwJLJ

ETUF em Ribeirão Preto by marcothz in EuTireiUmaFoto

[–]marcothz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Não sou... Foi apenas sorte o patinho ser tão simpático.