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  • Places to Visit in Bolivia  By : Georgina Bush
    Bolivia is sometimes called the Tibet of the Americas, for its arid, high-altitude desert-like plateau, more vivid when called by its Spanish name altiplano. This is one of the toughest inhabited environments on earth from shimmering Lake Titicaca, the only lake to give birth to an empire, to the surreal Salar de Uyuni, the biggest and highest salt lake in the world - 12,000 sq km of blinding white, completely flat nothingness.
  • Ski South America  By : Jack Authors
    With skiing in the northern hemisphere winding down, it's time to look deep into the southern hemisphere to feed your passion! In the case, I'm talking South America and the countries of Chile and Argentina.
  • Looking To Vacation? Why Not Try Peru!  By : Kristi Ambrose
    Peru is the "land of gold" and the sun worshipping Incas, in fact Peru was the major source of treasure for the Europeans and was once home of the largest empire in the entire world. Most individuals visualize the country as mountainous, but many are completely unaware of the incredibly immense desert coastline and the vast amount of tropical rain forest.
  • 5 Reasons to Change the World: Volunteer in South America  By : Casey Markee
    Making a difference in the world can be as simple as one person volunteering his or hers time to benefit the life of another. South America is a great place to see first-hand the incredible benefit of this simple concept in action. This article addresses 5 reasons to participate in a volunteer work program in South America today.
  • Discover The Best of The Caribbean in The Rosario Islands National Marine Park, Cartagena, Colombia  By : Gaizka Pujana
    Cartagena is one of Colombia's most visited cities. Famous for its well preserved historical centre and colourful past, the area is fast becoming a popular spot on the many Caribbean cruises that frequent the area. While most visitors don't venture far from the city, just 40kms outside the city is one of the Cartagena's best kept secrets. One of the most diverse coral reef systems in the world
  • Hiking Through The Centuries  By : Carlos Cuzme
    Wandering on the top of the world, in the footsteps of the Incas, looking out over the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Andes and a glorious land of mystery and mysticism, where centuries past and present are seamlessly intermingled.
  • 'Third World Wisdom' What Bogota Colombia Can Teach Us About Progress  By : Gaizka Pujana
    What can the first world learn about urban planning, environmental management and a sustainable future from one of the most developing cities in Latin America? Plenty, it seems.
  • Latin America's Best Kept Secret  By : Gaizka Pujana
    On the North-Eastern coast of Colombia, facing the Caribbean sea lies the city of Cartagena. Some say its the jewel in the Caribbeans crown. A colourful, vibrant and friendly city thats cheap to experience and isn't overflowing with tourists. At least not yet.
  • Colombia's Re-Awakening  By : Gaizka Pujana
    With crime rates down, healthy economic growth and tourism figures on the rise, some figure that Colombia is going to be the next big destination for international travellers.
  • 5 Argentina Travel Tips for the Foreign Study Traveler  By : Casey Markee
    Have you ever thought of hopping a plane for spring break in Argentina? Maybe you want to study Spanish in Buenos Aires or learn the Tango in Mendoza? Too difficult, you say? No way, but there are a few things you need to know when traveling abroad. Take advantage of the following top five travel tips for your next trip to Argentina and make it an experience to remember.
  • Ecuador: Perhaps the Perfect Family Destination  By : Peter Lauffer
    Ecuador is generally known for the Galapagos Islands and the country's huge biodiversity, but the country offers so much more-- especially for families who seek a very special type of holiday experience. Travel is safe; natives are friendly, and the American dollar is always welcome!
  • For Amazonian Forests, Lush Beaches and Outstanding Natural Beauty, Visit Venezuela  By : Martin Kleis
    The Republic of Venezuela is the sixth largest country in South America and is a country of outstanding natural beauty. The terrain varies from the snow-capped Andean peaks in the west, through the Amazonian rain forests in the south, to the beaches of the north. Venezuela is one of the most extremely urbanized countries in Latin America.
  • Part 2: Deep Inside Colombia- Crossing The Andes with a Surfboard  By : Michael Connelly
    This article is part two of a five part series about an adventurous experience the author had traveling all over Colombia, South America by way of taxis and busses with a surfboard in tow. It is a detailed description of what it is like to travel on a budget in a dangerous and mysterious country like Colombia.
  • Deep Inside Colombia- Crossing The Andes with a Surfboard  By : Michael Connelly
    This article is the first installment of a five part story about traveling all over Colombia, South America via busses and taxis, with a surfboard in tow. This riveting story is a detailed account of an adventurous trip that involved traveling through some of the most remote (and sometimes dangerous) parts of Colombia. It is a rare look at what it is like to travel on a budget all over the beautiful and mysterious country of Colombia.
  • Skiing And Snowboarding In South America  By : Scott Fromherz
    For those who wish to try out something new, skiing and snowboarding in South America should provide ample scope to try out Latin American flavor.
  • Peaks of Patagonia & Chilean Vineyards  By : Susan Davis
    Dramatic landscapes provided us a continual Kodak moment throughout. It is late spring in the region and the weather was cooperative with a lot of sunshine.

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