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Building Back Peru
Volun-Tourism is one of the fastest growing sects of international travel. Unfortunately, corporations profiting on this burgeoning market have become common. Those looking for travel volunteer opps should seek out groups that are well organized, accept volunteers of varying time commitments...
Aug 16, 2010 - 3:24:20 PM
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Notes On Ecuador
You open your eyes to find you are sitting in a cloud. The road is winding and as you pass each curve, the clouds gather, closer, until the fog outside the window is fresh and you can almost feel its powder settling into every crevice of your face.
Aug 2, 2010 - 9:31:56 PM
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Argentina to Chile border crossing in Patagonia
When you're high in the Andes, you can't help but be attuned to the scenery. Breathtaking, snow-capped peaks surround you, water rushes over falls as it hurries down the valleys, lakes brim with emerald water, and the world seems to spin just a little bit slower.
Jul 19, 2010 - 12:52:25 PM
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A Latin America Sailing sensation
Ten tall sailing ships arriving one at a time, greeted by marching bands, native dancers and thongs of Colombians on the pier at Cartagena, Colombia provided the spectacular setting for the 200th anniversary celebration of South America's independence from Spain that began in May, 2010.
Jun 11, 2010 - 10:00:33 PM
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Observations: Travel in Peru
I just returned from watching the sun set on the sandstone cathedral in Arequipa's Plaza de Armas. I sat on the bench with ice cream cone in hand watching the trabajadores on their 3rd day of a hunger strike. Some hung on large crosses with steps to hold their weight and others lay on the ground in sleeping bags.
Nov 29, 2009 - 6:26:16 PM
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South America
Visiting Iguazu Falls
The Iguazu Waterfalls are among the most amazing waterfalls on the planet. Do not underestimate the time you need here - allow at least 1/2 day for the Brazilian side and at minimum a full day for the Argentina side.
Jul 10, 2009 - 3:58:00 PM
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Pollo Campero
Jackie, Trout, Molly, and I were on our way back from spending the week in Honduras and were physically and emotionally exhausted from our trip. We had been traveling by bus all day, ”almost twelve hours” and were tired, sweaty, grumpy, and hungry.
Apr 9, 2009 - 11:54:00 PM
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Fe y Alegra
"God, Brisa," I sighed, tightening my ponytail as we climbed the steep concrete stairs to the classroom in El Salvador. "I don't want to be here." "I know, me neither," Brisa whispered. "Mondays suck." We shared a withering smile, knowing that the next four hours would leave us emotionally exhausted.
Apr 9, 2009 - 11:49:00 PM
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Architecture, Tango and Amazing Landscapes
It’s hard to know where to start when describing Argentina: a country of vibrant cities that somehow find their way onto every backpacker’s wish list, Argentina is also a place of incredible diversity and natural beauty.
Jan 11, 2009 - 11:22:00 PM
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Trekking in the High Andes of Peru
I´ve been asked by several people why I´m spending all my time in the Andes and not seeing the rest of this diverse country. In my email below I provide my answer. I warn you that it´s long, so if you are too busy or not interested, please delete now!
Nov 26, 2008 - 6:01:00 PM
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