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19-Jul-2005 16:47
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romanb »
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Welcome to the Thorn Tree's South America branch.
The countries covered by this branch are: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile & Easter Island, Colombia (note spelling), Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela.
We hope you find plenty of useful information about travelling to South America here. It is highly recommended that new users check out the some of these useful FAQ threads on this branch before posting a new thread:
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17-Feb-2003 12:08
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Apollo »
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17-Nov-2009 09:39
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Zedd_at_LP writes: The countries covered by this FAQ are: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile & Easter Island, Colombia, Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela. Antarctica is covered here.
LP already have some information about the region in the World Guide, and also in the Postcards section.
Then there's the LP hostel booking site which can be found here: <a target=new class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.lone...
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09-Apr-2008 02:00
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25-Sep-2009 22:41
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zerotres »
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location: Brazil
For the benefit of everyone dropping by the Brazil branch for the first time, please read this FAQ first. And I hope there can be some sort of way to moderate the thread to keep it updated and clean. I know there are some AWESOME regular contributors here who enjoy giving advice; I feel this thread can really help to condense the information available.
I'll go first, with some general thoughts from the South America FAQ. Many thank to Apollo for starting that thread and for a great idea. Hopefully we can have a similar thread for Brazil.
1) Use the "Search" function to find out if someone has already asked your question. Many questions have already been asked before, and regular contributors to the forum get tired of answering the same thing over and over again.
2) Read a few pages of posts. The most frequent...
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29-Nov-2009 01:59
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29-Nov-2009 01:59
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location: Argentina
My husband and I are planning a 3 week trip to Argentina and Brazil. We start in Buenos Aires and would like advice on how many days to stay there and also where to visit between BA and the Iguazu Falls. We plan to travel by bus and were wondering about the relative merits of Salto, Concordia, Posadas and San Ignacio Mini. Everyone says to avoid Rosario. We would like a flavour of a more rural Argentina after the bright lights of BA. Thanks
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29-Nov-2009 01:40
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uulu10 »
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29-Nov-2009 01:46
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uulu10 »
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location: Brazil
For all those, who don´t know, if they should take a boat trip. Here my report. I took the Tuesday launcha N/M Itapuranga from Tabatinga to Manaus.
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29-Nov-2009 01:36
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thommyrtw »
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29-Nov-2009 01:36
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location: Argentina
Hello,
me and my girlfriend will be in Bariloche in a couple of days and would like to make our way from there to Punta Arenas. We have around 8 or 10 days for that way...if we need that time. We are absolutely flexible on the different possible routes (even going first to Puerto Montt if that makes the trip better).
We try to get infos, on how we make that way the best. From what I understand in another post, the most scenic way seems to be going south in Argentina and cross into Chile from Esquel, travelliung down the Carretera Austral till Chile Chico or crossing at Los Antiguos or going till Villa O Higgins and walk/ferry/Horseriding to El Chalten. Which of these ways is the "best" when it comes to scenic travelling in December?
Can we do this trip "easily" with public transportation?
Is there any travel agency that offers this tour in a package. We just found www.chal...
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29-Nov-2009 01:14
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pendzel »
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29-Nov-2009 01:14
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location: Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands
Hey!
Can anyone recomend a cheap accomadation (cheap for Galapagos standards) on Santa Cruz island - I suppose most probably in Puerto Ayora - for 2 people. We have tent - do You think it is possible to camp in one of the hostal´s gardens? Any cheap restaurants? And what do You reccomend to do on the island for 2-3 days?
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28-Nov-2009 23:14
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29-Nov-2009 00:18
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zerotres »
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location: Brazil
Hi there,
it´s our first trip to Brazil and we plan to spend New Years in Sao Luis and afterwards visit the Lencois Marahenses.
After having read that the best time to visit is May to October I was wondering if it´s still beautiful there beginning of January?
I guess most of the lakes won´t be filled with water?
Still worth going there as we only have 4 weeks in total for visiting Rio, Brasilia, Salvador and the region around Sao Luis?
Any advice highly appreciated!
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28-Nov-2009 19:50
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fitusayin »
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29-Nov-2009 00:11
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Hi, was wondering if anyone has used Peru Treks for the Inca Trail, and if so if they have any opinions on them as a tour operator? Any advice on other operators? thankyou.
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28-Nov-2009 18:04
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29-Nov-2009 00:25
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qwovadis »
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location: Uruguay
I will be traveling in Argentina & Uruguay from mid Feb thru March. Will the beach towns still be busy at this time. Also if there are any recommendations for smaller 'hip' beach towns it would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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28-Nov-2009 18:03
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gregwise »
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29-Nov-2009 00:26
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qwovadis »
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location: Argentina
I will be traveling in Argentina & Uruguay from mid Feb thru March. Will the beach towns still be busy at this time. Also if there are any recommendations for smaller 'hip' beach towns it would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
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28-Nov-2009 17:26
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anniolliandmike »
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29-Nov-2009 00:19
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qwovadis »
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location: Peru
Hi, We, a family of 3, Mom, Dad and 11-year old will be traveling in S. America Feb 1-Jun 1, 2010, so I'll have several threads going over the coming weeks - and promise to write a trip report upon our return!
I've read many posts here and gotten great tips on Machu Picchu, but I still need clarification about whether or not pre-booking the classic Inca trek is necessary. Posts here say there are many many tour co's in Cusco, and is sounds likely that we can show up in mid-May and reserve onsite with a reputable outfitter for a trek to MP leaving within a couple days. However guide books, tourist sites, and people "in the know" I've spoken with suggest otherwise. Since this is a "must" on our trip, I don't want to leave it to chance, but would prefer the flexibility (& lower cost?) of booking in Cusco. Any advice is greatly appreciated.
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28-Nov-2009 16:21
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oceania26 »
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29-Nov-2009 00:32
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qwovadis »
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location: Colombia
I tried googling and looking in guidebooks both most of the weather info was for Bogota, Medellin and Cartagena. Can anyone tell me what kind of weather to expect during the day and night for the following: Manizales, Salento, Tierradentro, San Agustin, Popayan? According to the forecasts, it's mostly rainy. What about the humidity? Is it damp there or will clothes dry up quickly?
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28-Nov-2009 14:30
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bokomaru »
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29-Nov-2009 00:42
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qwovadis »
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location: Peru
I'm traveling to Peru at the end of December. Any recommendations for hotels / hostels in Paracas, Huacachina, Lima and Cuzco? We are two adults traveling on a budget, and we'd prefer a private room.
I'm especially interested in recommendations for Paracas and Huacachina, as it's hard to tell from the internet what is still open / what has reopened.
Thanks!
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28-Nov-2009 14:16
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hawaiian_sun »
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29-Nov-2009 01:41
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bamemory »
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location: Colombia
Hi...
I am planning a trip to south america. I'd like to do 2 or more countries, but it is most likely I will choose Colombia. I have not made firm plans yet and I am seeking others to make a decision. I have heard nothing but "caution" and "don't go" talk with people when i mention my travel plans. Please....
I was wondering for the women out there that have traveled to Colombia (or anywhere in S.A.) can share their experiences- where did they explore, favorites, any dangerous incidents, and of course any tips for traveling alone in South America. (fyi, i have traveled to alone to asia, and europe)
From a fellow free spirit and world explorer, I'd appreciate any help. =)
Thanks!
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28-Nov-2009 13:53
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hawaiian_sun »
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29-Nov-2009 01:05
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qwovadis »
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Hello all!
I am planning my South America trip for early 2010. I am looking to stay for 1month to 3months. I will fly out of LAX. I want to visit Colombia, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Peru, & Ecuador. I might not able to do all these countries (due to budget). My top choices are Colombia and Argentina, though I'd like to do both. If I have to choose only 1 country, then maybe Colombia? My friends visiting S.A. are in B.A., Argentina right now and I am supposed to meet them. But the ticket to Colombia is very cheap (half the price of Argentina). I was thinking of maybe trekking down the coast from Colombia to Chile then to B.A. on a bus. I heard bus may be dangerous and difficult... Also have to consider visa policies. Anything to say is more than helpful =) THANKS!
my concerns:
-departing US city w/cheapest ticket
-i am a woman traveling alone (not my 1st time)
-the dange...
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28-Nov-2009 12:03
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sevilla1999 »
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29-Nov-2009 00:59
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qwovadis »
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location: Colombia
Greetings:
My arrival and departure flights to and from Bogota will force me to spend the night there on both legs. I don't really care to stay in a hotel neaar the airport where there's not much to do, and don't really mind the cab expenses, so where would be a recommended part of town to stay in?
How far is Bogota Norte from the airport (i.e. timewise in a cab)?
Does anyone have any experience with the Grand House Hotel in Bogota (Carrera 18 No. 93 - 97), or in that area of Bogota in general? That is, good nightlife, restaurants, etc?
Can I do a day trip from Bogota to Villa de Leyva? That is, are the bus schedules conducive to that?
Finally, is there a direct flight from Cartagena OR Santa Marta to Medellin?
Thanks in advance!
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28-Nov-2009 11:57
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wandernotlost »
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29-Nov-2009 01:11
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qwovadis »
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location: Chile & Easter Island
I'm headed to Easter Island around the 29th and staying for 5 days or so. I was hoping for some suggestions as to where to stay. I know you get herded at the Airport upon arrival but I would like some on the ground feedback. Cheaper is better as I know that Easter Island is more expensive then mainland Chile. Thanks!
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