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Argentina Reciprocity Fee 2012 Update


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Posted by on September 18th, 2012

Update: The Argentine government has repealed the reciprocity fee for American citizens. For any American citizen traveling to Argentina, this post is no longer valid as of March 24, 2016. Click here for more details. However, Canadian and Australian citizens are still required to prepay. Please follow the following instructions if you are Canadian or… Read Full Post

Uttermost Part of the Earth: The Classic Book on Tierra del Fuego


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Posted by on September 7th, 2012

This extraordinary book is on our “Suggested Reading” list for Argentina, and is particularly recommended for anyone traveling to Patagonia or Tierra del Fuego. The first person account of E. Lucas Bridges (only the third child born in Tierra del Fuego to non-native parents), the book is a lesser-known classic that combines history, anthropology and adventure…. Read Full Post

Brazil Prepares for the World Cup


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Posted by on August 28th, 2012

If I’ve learned one thing from living in South America, it’s that soccer is not just a sport – it’s a religion and a way of life.  Walk into your local grocery store during a soccer game, and all eyes will be glued to the television set.  That Brazil will be hosting the 2014 World… Read Full Post

Exploring the MALBA in Buenos Aires


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Posted by on August 28th, 2012

One afternoon, as my husband and I explored the Palermo neighborhood of Argentina’s capital city Buenos Aires, the skies opened up, and a downpour ensued. Fortunately, it just happened to be a Wednesday, and Wednesday is a discount admission day at the MALBA Museum, so we headed on in.  It was a serendipitous event, because… Read Full Post

Afro-Peruvian Music: Another Side Of Peru


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Posted by on August 14th, 2012

One of the great benefits of living and traveling in South America has been the chance to learn more about its incredibly varied music and dance traditions. On one warm summer evening in Lima, Peru, I attended a party hosted by a vacationing Peruvian family. Laughter and lively conversation emanated throughout the house, but it… Read Full Post

An Introduction To The Best Lima Museums


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Posted by on August 11th, 2012

Lima’s excellent and diverse collection of museums serve as a road map to Peru’s rich historical, cultural and archaeological past. Use this overview of the best Lima museums to decide which ones to visit during your trip to Peru. Archaeologists date ancient Peruvian society as far back as the year 9,000 BC. A colorful mosaic… Read Full Post

Great 1-Day Escapes from Santiago, Chile


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Posted by on August 1st, 2012

Nearly all visitors to Chile pass through Santiago at some point during their trip.  The city’s reputation has improved dramatically in the last few years, and there are also some very worthwhile day trips that can be taken.  Here are some of the top day trip options for those looking to get outside the hustle and bustle… Read Full Post

The Calchaqui Valley: Vineyards, Gorges & History in Northwest Argentina


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Posted by on July 25th, 2012

Argentina has a long history of wine cultivation, dating back to its colonial roots.  While the production has been present for centuries, it’s within the last couple of decades that vintners have truly focused on quality over quantity.  Now the 5th largest exporter of wine in the world, including many world class producers, Argentina can… Read Full Post

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