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Thank you for booking our Amazon Cruise & Machu Picchu Discovery. Your adventure will be here before you know it!
Approximately 30 days before the trip, your personalized travel documents will be sent out via email confirming all of your trip inclusions and airport transfer details. Below you will find additional information to help you prepare for the adventure that lies ahead.
All documentation required for this itinerary is the sole responsibility of the guest. Brand g Vacations will not be responsible for advising and/or obtaining required travel documentation for any passenger, or for any delays, damages, and/or losses, including missed portions of your trip, related to improper or absent travel documentation. It is suggested that copies of important documents, including your passport and visas, be kept in a separate place, in case the originals are lost or stolen.
Passport: A passport that is valid for at least six (6) months after your return date is required for this program.
Visa Requirements: Visas are not required for US and Canadian citizens traveling to Peru. Non-US residents are advised to contact the local consulate (or local visa service provider) to determine the rules and regulations of obtaining any necessary visa in your country of residence. It is the responsibility of the guest to obtain all documentation necessary for your trip. Brand g Vacations is not responsible for missed portions of any trip due to incorrect or non-existent government documentation.
Entry/Exit Requirements: Be sure your date and place of entry is officially documented by Migraciones. They will document your entry by stamping your passport. If you do not have an entry record, you will not be allowed to exit the country until immigration authorities confirm the time and place of your entry into the country. This can be a difficult process, costing considerable time and money to resolve.
Travel insurance is advised to participate in this program. If you haven’t purchased a policy already, you may do so by contacting your travel agent or Brand g Vacations. You may also get a quote and purchase a policy online from Brand g’s recommended travel insurance provider, Travel Insured International. Please be sure to carry all policy information with you during your program.
Vaccinations: Make sure you are up to date on routine vaccines before every trip. It is recommended that you discuss vaccinations available for entering the Amazon and Machu Picchu and any other health concerns you may have with your personal physician or a travel medicine specialist.
If you are sensitive to heights, you may also wish to consider altitude medication for the Sacred Valley/Machu Picchu portion of the trip.
The consulates of the countries to be visited will also provide information on vaccination requirements and/or suggestions. You may also consult the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for their current recommendations. US Citizens should visit CDC.GOV and visitors of other countries should consult their own centers for disease control.
Recommended Personal Medical Kit: For your travels throughout Peru, we recommend that you pack your own personal over the counter first aid kit, including items such as: antidiarrheal (Imodium), stomach pain (Pepto Bismol), antihistamines (both capsules and balm), analgesics, band aids and blister plasters, as well as insect repellent with 100% DEET. There is a paramedic on board the Delfin III and a modest medicine pantry on board. However, there will be no immediate access to prescription medications during the cruise, so please bring everything you need with you. Please also alert Brand g in advance with any specific concerns we should be aware of.
Physical Limitations: This is an active trip, and there is much to see and do. Many included excursions require an extensive amount of walking over uneven terrain, and many sites have numerous steps that may be steeper and narrower than you are accustomed to. Guests with physical limitations will find access to many sites difficult or impossible to navigate. For your safety and enjoyment, we recommend that you be in good physical condition.
Medical: Medical facilities are not always easily accessible during the more rural portions of the trip. However, the Delfin III does have a paramedic on board, who is trained in basic first aid. Any medical expenses incurred are the guest’s own responsibility and neither Brand g Vacations nor the ship is responsible for cost or quality of medical care received. Guests should bring their medications with them. A travel insurance policy that covers medical expenses while traveling internationally is highly recommended.
Dietary Preferences: Please advise us of any special dietary restrictions at least 45 days prior to your departure. This information will be provided to the proper personnel, and to the extent possible within local conditions and limitations, every effort will be made to accommodate your needs. It is the guest’s responsibility to provide us with as much detail as possible concerning any medically related dietary concerns. Not all dietary requests can be accommodated, and we appreciate your understanding in this matter.
While there are no restrictions on the number of bags each guest may bring on board the ship, storage space is limited, and it is suggested that each guest bring only one checked bag. Additionally, all airlines impose restrictions on both size and weight, and many airlines restrict the number of bags per person. Each guest must check with their selected air carrier for limitations prior to departure as luggage restrictions are subject to change. Guests who exceed an airline’s luggage restrictions may be asked by the airline to pay the airline’s overweight/oversized luggage fees.
An airline’s limitations on the weight and size of checked and carry-on baggage are usually found on their website or may be obtained by calling the airline directly. Please remember that international (over the water) and domestic (intra continental) restrictions may not be the same.
Included Domestic Flights: Each passenger is allowed 1 bag of checked luggage not exceeding 50lbs. The maximum cubic dimension of any checked bag is 62 linear inches (width + height +length). Each passenger is also allowed 1 small carry-on bag and 1 personal item. The carry-on bag has a maximum weight of 17 pounds (the maximum dimensions are 21 in x 13 in x 9 in – height, width and depth, including the pockets, wheels and handle), and the small personal item is defined as a purse, laptop or other small bag than can fit under the seat. Any additional bags or overweight bags will need to be paid for at the airport by waiting in a dedicated line for payments. To avoid this, we strongly advise you to stay within the luggage limitations.
Train to and from Machu Picchu: During the train journey to Machu Picchu, each passenger can take one small overnight bag with a maximum weight of 11 pounds. The maximum size should be no larger than a roll aboard allowed by airlines as carry-on luggage. As our gift to you, we will provide you with a smaller soft sided souvenir bag, which will work perfectly for this purpose. You will also be allowed to keep a small personal bag (backpack or purse) with you on the train. Your remaining luggage will be transferred to the hotel in Cusco and returned to you after your visit to Machu Picchu.
Your luggage and all personal belongings are solely your responsibility throughout the trip. Brand g Vacations is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged luggage or personal belongings. Selecting a travel insurance plan that will cover lost or stolen luggage and/or personal items is highly recommended.
Please place luggage tags on the outside of all your bags, including carry on and hand luggage, and include a copy of your contact information during the trip on the inside of your checked bags. Valuables and medication should only be packed in your carry-on bags (unless required to be placed in checked bags by your airline).
Please be sure to contact your airline prior to departure and verify there have been no changes to the flight number or schedule. If you have an airport transfer confirmed with Brand g, please advise of any schedule change affecting your airport pick up time.
Familiarize yourself with current airport security procedures and arrive at the airport at least two and a half (2.5) hours prior to your scheduled departure. During peak travel times, you may want to arrive three (3) hours prior to your scheduled departure time.
Most items you purchase internationally can be brought back into the US and Canada. We do recommend that you check with both your home country’s customs office for current restrictions as well as with the embassies of the countries you are visiting for any restrictions on items that may be unlawful to take outside their borders.
When you return to your home country, you should be prepared to declare everything you purchased or acquired while traveling. Many countries will ask you to complete a customs form, which will require descriptions and values of the items. These forms are easier to complete if you keep your sales receipts easily accessible. Most countries have set customs duty exemptions for both quantity and value of certain items. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with these allowances and limits prior to your travel.
Please be advised that the Hilton Miraflores does not allow check-in earlier than 3:00pm. If you arrive at the hotel before 3:00pm, there may be a wait until the room becomes available. Check-out at the Hilton Miraflores is noon. If your arrival or departure schedule does not coincide with these times, you may ask the hotel(s) to store your baggage while you explore independently. Please note that every effort is made to ensure that your hotel room is available and ready for occupancy upon your arrival, however a short wait for your room to become available may be unavoidable. Depending on your arrival or departure times, you may wish to purchase additional hotel nights in order to guarantee availability of your room. Feel free to contact Brand g Vacations or your travel agent to book additional services.
You should schedule your flights to arrive in Lima (LIM) by March 30th, 2025. There will be an informational welcome gathering at 5:30 PM on the 30th, and your first official activity/touring will be on March 31st, 2025.
You should plan to fly home from Cusco (CUS) on April 11th at 5 PM or later. Most flights will connect through Lima.
Once you have booked your flights, provide us with a copy of your itinerary to arrange your pre and post airport transfers. Please submit these details by February 13, 2025, to ensure transfer availability. If you have already provided this information, the arrival and departure flight details will appear at the bottom of this confirmation. Kindly verify that we have the correct information.
Guests who provided their independently arranged flight details to Brand g Vacations no later than 45 days prior to departure, will automatically have airport arrival and departure transfers arranged. Flight arrangements must also be made in accordance with Brand g vacations flight recommendations.
Guests are responsible for checking with the airlines and providing their most up-to-date flight details. The airlines have been changing many flight times, so please double-check these in the days leading up to your departure/return and advise Brand g if there has been any substantial change. Please contact your travel agent or Brand g Vacations if you have any questions about your flight arrangements.
Arrival Transfers: On arrival at Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) you will be met by a Brand g Vacations representative and transferred to the Hilton Lima Miraflores Hotel or your independently booked Hotel.
Our representatives will greet you after you go through baggage claim and customs and exit the terminal. You will find them holding a Brand g logo sign. They will transfer you to your hotel. If you do not immediately see the representative, please remain outside, and wait for them to find you.
Departure Transfers: you will be transferred to the Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in time for your independently arranged flight.
If you experience a travel delay while still in your home country, after working with your air carrier to revise your flight schedule, please contact Brand g’s Office at 952-405-9309 to advise us of your revised arrival date and time. If the line is busy or you are calling outside of general business hours, please leave a message.
If you have already departed your home country, please contact our local staff at the numbers provided on the Contact and Emergency Information section further below on this page.
If you purchased travel insurance that covers flight delay and cancellation expenses, you will also want to contact your travel insurance company to start a claim for expenses incurred during your delay. If the delay is serious enough that you will miss the starting point of your cruise, any additional hotel, and/or flight arrangements necessary to meet your group will be at your expense.
Baggage delays unfortunately occur from time to time, especially during peak travel periods. If you discover any bag did not make it to your destination, do not leave the airport baggage area without completing a Lost Baggage Report with your air carrier. This report is essential to the tracking of your claim. If you have an airport transfer scheduled, and are traveling with a companion, we recommend that one person exit the baggage claim area and locate the representative to inform him or her of the situation. This will allow the representative to ensure that the transfer is properly provided. Give the air carrier a copy of your travel itinerary, along with the hotel and ship contact information. Report your lost baggage to your Brand g Vacations host and provide them with a copy of your Lost Baggage Report. Brand g Vacations is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged baggage and/or personal belongings. Selecting a travel insurance plan that will cover lost or stolen luggage and/or personal items is highly recommended.
A Brand g Vacations Tour Leader will be with you during your travel program to handle all the details, leaving you to relax and enjoy your vacation.
The ability to stay in touch with friends and family is an important part of travel, and many guests choose to bring cell phones on the trip. International roaming charges can be expensive, and it is advisable to contact your domestic carrier to determine the charges and plans available for each country you are visiting, then select the best available plan for your expected usage. In some countries, SIM or E-SIM cards are available for purchase that can be used in an unlocked phone (call your carrier to determine if your phone is, or can be, unlocked), providing a local number that can be used both locally and internationally, usually at a significantly lower rate.
Making international calls from hotels is possible, but costly. Connection fees are usually applied, in addition to other call charges.
Each suite on board the Delfin III is equipped with a phone for internal calls only and cannot be used for calls off ship. The Cruise Director will be able to assist you in case of an emergency but should not be relied upon to assist with personal calls, as it is impossible to be familiar with all the phones and calling plans on the market. A satellite phone is available on board the Delfin III for emergency calls only. Since there is no WiFi or cell coverage in the Amazon, please remember to give your family/friends back home the phone number for the Delfin III, which is listed below in Contact and Emergency Information section in case of emergency.
Each of our hotels in Peru offer internet access, although there may be a charge for certain services at some hotels. The Delfin III now has Starlink Internet available in the Lounge only. Please note that cell service is virtually non-existent while cruising in the Amazon. We recommend bringing reading materials or downloading movies to your device for those relaxing times during your cruise.
The official currency of Peru is the Nuevo Sol. US dollars are accepted by some tourist-oriented businesses, but even in the major cities of Lima, Cusco, and Iquitos, restaurants, taxis, buses, and smaller merchants, especially those in the markets, will expect payment in Soles. The best exchange rates are typically found at casas de cambio (foreign exchange bureaus), but exchanges may also be made at local banks. US dollars brought into Peru should be in small denominations, new, untorn, unworn, and without creases. Canadian dollars and the Euro are starting to be accepted at some casas de cambio in the major cities in Peru, but other currencies are difficult to exchange. ATMs can be found relatively easily in Peru, and many offer an option to receive cash in Soles or US dollars. The official currency on board the Delfin III is the US dollar.
The cruise operates on a cashless system, with all purchases billed to your onboard account. At the end of the cruise, accounts may be settled in cash (US dollars or Peruvian Soles) or by credit card (Visa or MasterCard). There is no currency exchange on board the Delfin III. Throughout the cruise program you will have opportunities to buy souvenirs made by local indigenous tribes. Therefore, we recommend you carry a small amount of Peruvian Soles with you on skiff excursions in case we encounter indigenous tribe members selling hand made crafts.
Optional Gratuities for the included components of this program have been pre-paid. You are welcome to provide additional tips at your discretion.
On the ship, smoking is allowed only on designated parts of the deck. The hotels have open areas where smoking is allowed and may offer smoking areas in specific sections of some indoor lounges. All hotel rooms and ship staterooms are non-smoking. We ask everyone to refrain from smoking while on excursions.
The electrical current in Peru and on board is 220V. Guests should be sure to bring the appropriate converter for devices that are not dual voltage.
Many electronic devices have built-in electrical converters, however, please check the manufacturer’s specifications for specific details. There are two types of electrical outlets in Peru. One accepts two-pronged plugs with flat, parallel blades (Type A), while the other takes plugs with two round prongs (Type C), and many Peruvian electrical outlets are designed to accept both types. We recommend bringing a plug adaptor to accommodate the different plug types. The ship has multi-configuration outlets, which accommodate most Western plugs. Because the voltage may fluctuate at times, we also recommend unplugging your device when not in use or when leaving them unattended.
Your tour program includes comprehensive shore excursions led by a local English-speaking guide; these excursions have been designed to provide you with the best possible experience. Excursions vary in difficulty level. Specific excursion information can be found in the daily itinerary. Your Brand g Vacations Tour Leader will provide details on each day’s excursion(s) and timing. Should guests be concerned about any aspect of an excursion, please inform your local guide or Tour Leader.
Your itinerary takes you into some areas where locals are simply living their daily lives. Should you wish to take a photo of locals, please request their permission first (simply pointing to your camera and allowing them to nod is sufficient). When traveling through the Amazon to view the wildlife, it is imperative to remain as quiet as possible to prevent startling the animals. If you plan to bring a cell phone or tablet on excursions, please ensure it is set to “silent.” Guides will alert you when photos and/or flash photos are not allowed.
The host hotels are fitted with elevators for guest use; however some rooms may have to be reached via stairs. The ship does not have elevators and embarkation/disembarkation facilities may also be difficult to navigate with wheelchairs or walkers. The ship does not accept guide or support dogs. Electric mobility scooters or any other mobility mechanical devices are not permitted for use on the ship.
Some of the places we visit on this itinerary are not handicapped accessible. Please note: The Americans with Disabilities Act does not apply outside of the USA and accessibility to some sights may be limited for those with mobility impairments. Excursions may involve walking over uneven ground, and some excursions are walking tours only. For your safety and enjoyment, we recommend that all guests be in good physical condition.
At its sole discretion, Brand g Vacations reserves the right to refuse passage, or to require a passenger to end his or her trip if the passenger’s state of health or physical condition may affect his or her own health, safety, and enjoyment, or that of other passengers.
In the countries in which we operate, pickpockets are not uncommon, and caution is encouraged. When sailing, a 24-hour watch is kept on board in order to control access to the ship, but we suggest keeping your door locked when occupying your suite and encourage you to lock any valuables in your personal room safe. Brand g Vacations cannot be held liable for loss of money, jewelry, or other valuable items from the ship, from a hotel, or while on an excursion ashore during a voyage. A travel insurance policy will typically cover most incidents of loss or theft.
Please do not drink the tap water while on board or on shore or use it for brushing your teeth. Every hotel has bottled water available. Pay close attention to pricing as some water is complimentary and some is at an extra charge. On every excursion, complimentary bottled water will be available. The ship’s water supply comes from the river after passing through a sterilization process. This water is suitable for showers and baths but should not be consumed. In each stateroom and suite, your water carafe will be replenished twice daily, and on request, with fresh, mineral water. Each guest will also receive a reusable water bottle, which can be refilled at any time and carried on excursions.
Weather forecasts are widely available on the internet, and some of the favorites for large, international cities are www.weather.com and www.cnn.com/weather.
Average temperatures:
Lima: 76/65 degrees F
Iquitos: 88/73 degrees F
Machu Picchu: 68/44 degrees F
Travel Essentials: The following items are essential for any destination: sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, rain coat and umbrella. It is recommended that you bring; electrical convertor (if required) and adaptors, duplicates of prescription eyewear, copies of prescriptions for any medications (generic equivalents are usually easier to obtain), copies of credit card information, and copies of your passport information pages and visas.
Packing for the cruise: Life is casual aboard the Delfin III. Bring comfortable walking shoes, lightweight long pants, and long-sleeved tops, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, extra socks, mosquito repellent with DEET, bathing suits and of course, your camera, with charger and extra batteries on excursions. Binoculars are very important to enjoy the wildlife. During meals in the dining room, we ask our guests to wear casual clothing and shoes. The ship provides rubber boots for wetland excursions and wet landings, and they also provide waterproof ponchos with hoods to protect against rain.
Insects and Mosquitos: We recommend taking Vitamin B or B-1 a few days before arrival to the jungle. These vitamins are the best natural repellent against insect bites. As well, do not forget to bring conventional repellent and cream for bites.
Packing for the land portions of the trip: Comfortable, sporty, casual clothing is appropriate throughout this trip. We suggest lightweight, light-colored, “expedition style” clothing in natural, moisture-wicking fabrics that may be layered. A mix of shirts, everyday slacks/pants, skirts/dresses, and walking shorts are appropriate for both land and cruise. Early mornings, late evenings, and air-conditioned spaces may also require a light jacket or sweater. Many companies now offer expedition-style clothing in lightweight materials with sun protection and/or insect repellent in the fabric. Many versions also offer pants, which are convertible to shorts, which are quite handy for changing weather conditions and to reduce packing.
We also recommend packing a swimsuit since there is a pool on board the Delfin III and in the hotels. Also, throughout much of the year, it is possible to swim in many areas of the Amazon. Our cruise director will advise you when these opportunities are available. For evenings, we recommend casual and cool attire.
You will also want to pack some warmer clothes for cooler mornings and evenings in the Sacred Valley and in Cusco. Rather than packing a heavy coat, we suggest packing clothing that can be easily layered up to accommodate cooler temperatures and stripped down as temperatures warm throughout the day. Again, this will help reduce your packing.
Sport jackets and cocktail dresses are not needed at any time during this program; however, you may wish to pack a few smarter outfits for evening meals or nights out on your own.
Footwear: Sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, with good ankle support, are highly recommended, as there is a significant amount of walking on many excursions.
School Supplies and Health and Hygiene Items: A visit to a local village may be scheduled during the cruise. We are committed to supporting the native communities and thus we kindly ask our guests to consider bringing items to donate such as notebooks, school supplies, toys and t-shirts. These are all resources they need and even if we do not visit a village, the Delfin’s crew will take care of delivering all donations to them.
Dates of stay: April 16-20
The breakfast on board is an American-style buffet. Lunch on board offers a selection of fresh salads, daily soups, entrées and desserts. Dinner is seated and offers soup, salad, a main course, and dessert. Vegetarian options are always available on the ship. Please notify Brand g 45 days in advance if you have any special dietary concerns or considerations that need to be considered while traveling with us. We will do our best to ensure that your request is accommodated but cannot guarantee all diet needs and preferences can be met. Neither kosher nor halal diets can be accommodated on the Delfin III. Additionally, gluten free, sugar free foods and sugar substitutes are not always available.
Complimentary, coffee, tea, mineral water, locally produced soft drinks , local beers, and pisco-based cocktails are available throughout the day. House red and white wines are also complimentary during dinner. Premium spirits, imported beer, imported brands of bottled water, premium wines and house wines, outside of dinner, are available for purchase throughout the day.
The Rainforest Spa, Fitness Center, and Plunge Pool are all located aft of the Sun Deck. The Rainforest Spa offers an array of services, using natural ingredients sustainably harvested from the local area. The Delfin III’s fitness center is outfitted with the most advanced equipment available.
The Delfin III now has Starlink Internet available in the Lounge only. Please note that cell service is virtually non-existent while cruising in the Amazon. We recommend bringing reading materials or downloading movies to your device for those relaxing times during your cruise.
Laundry service is available on board the ship. Instructions and fees are listed in your Guest Service Directory book in your suite. Self-service laundry facilities are not available on the ship.
Because the ship will often be in motion and the decks are sometimes slippery, please take care when moving about the decks. Stairs may be steeper than you are used to, and it is best to always use the handrails.
Dates of stay: March 30 – April 1
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Fitness Center and Spa: The fitness center is equipped with a range of cardiovascular equipment and weights. The hotel has an outdoor pool.
Dates of stay: April 5-8
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Fitness Center and Spa: The Spa at Tambo del Inka believes in the healing power of water, and offers several treatment and experiences that call upon its power to soothe and relax guests. Heated indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpools, Vichy and jet showers, sub-aquatic beds and hydrotherapy treatments are available as well a vast array of massages. The fitness center includes treadmills, benches, free weights, and weight machines.
Dates of stay April 8-9
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Fitness Center and Spa: The Aqlla Spa offers a selection of massage and hydrotherapy treatments.
Dates of stay: April 9-11
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Fitness Center and Spa: Fitness Center and Spa: The hotel features a spa offering a variety of treatments, along with a fitness center equipped with modern exercise equipment.
Check out the below linked page or QR Code for things to do and see in your free time in Lima, along with some restaurant and bar recommendations: Lima City Insights
Below is a list of emergency contact details
Please bring this information with you and provide a copy to your family members or friends in case they need to reach you in the event of an emergency. Peru is in the Central Time Zone, so when it is Noon in New York, New York it is 11:00am in Peru.
International telephone calls may be placed by dialing the International Access Code (011), the country code and then the phone number. If you are dialing from inside Peru, you do not need to dial the country code of 51.
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| Arrival Transfer Local Representatives:
Lima Emergency Mobile: +51-993-500-666 Prior to departure you may contact the Brand g office at the number listed below. If outside of our normal office hours please leave a message. If you have already departed the US and have a flight change, please use the local Lima number provided above. They will be tracking any time changes on your existing flight, so you only need to notify them if you have had a complete flight/date change. |
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| PROGRAM DATE | PROGRAM HOTEL | ADDRESS |
| March 30 – April 1 | Hilton Lima Miraflores Hotel
Telephone: +51-1-200-8000 |
Avenida La Paz 1099
Miraflores, Lima Peru |
| April 1-5 | Delfin III
Telephone: +51-996-596-772 |
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| April 5-8 | Tambo del Inka Hotel
Telephone: +51-84-581-777 |
Avenida Ferrocarril S/N | Sacred Valley, Urubamba 84, Peru |
| April 8-9 | Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel
Telephone: +51-84-211-114 |
Av. Hermanos Ayar Mz 1 Lote 3
Aguas Calientes, Peru |
| April 9-11 | Belmond Hotel Monasterio
Telephone: +51-84-581-777
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Calle Palacios 135, Cusco, Per |
| Departure Local Representatives: Cusco Emergency Mobile: +51-984-765-336 or Guest Relations line: +51-993-500-666 | ||
| Brand g Vacations
+1 952-405-9309 info@brandgvacations.com |
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