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Aug 9, 2012 3:54 AM
jrisco

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Aug 10, 2012 12:57 PM
brekelmans

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location: Chile & Easter Island

Road Trip-Chile

Hi all,

I am looking to do a road trip in Chile with my girlfriend (for around 4-5) days and was wondering if anyone has tips on routes, places to visit etcetera? Preferably we would leave from Santiago. Do you have any other "on the road" tips for Chile?

Many thanks for all the input!

Aug 9, 2012 3:35 AM
nsnyd

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Aug 24, 2012 3:42 PM
martinsan

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location: Chile & Easter Island

navimag boat puerto natales to puerto montt

has anyone completed this journey we are planning early november 2012. haw far ahead do you have to book
how interesting is the journey, and how comfortable is it?

is it worth the fare price

Aug 9, 2012 12:27 AM
415femme

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Sep 18, 2012 9:30 PM
mendocinateacher

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Visa to Argentina for US citizen?

I know there is the reciprocity fee you have to pay when you land at the airport in Buenos Aires but do i also have to show proof of departure. I know some countries want to see a return flight or some kind of proof you wil be leaving the country at some point, is Argentina among these? i am studying abroad there and i bought a one way ticket because I am unsure exactly when I will be leaving and if i will still be in Argentina. Any help from someone who has recently traveled there from the states would be greatly appreciated!

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Aug 8, 2012 11:47 PM
zakhroman

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Aug 9, 2012 10:00 PM
zakhroman

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location: Chile & Easter Island

W-treck in TDP

Hi!
My wife and I planned to go to TDP for W-treck in January 2013. We'll stayed in camping (not refugios) with our tent and other gear. But what about reservations - do we need to do it? Or for caminig it not necessary?
Thanks.

Aug 8, 2012 11:43 PM
Fluo_Duck

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Aug 9, 2012 6:25 AM
casaana

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location: Peru

Getting Started: working as a nurse in Peru

Hi,

My wife is been appointed for a job in Peru, which means that we'll move there in November of this year.
As a nurse, I hope to find work in Lima.

Is there any one who has any (really, anything) information or tips?

Thank you very much!!!

Aug 8, 2012 10:59 PM
dareifyoudare

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Aug 16, 2012 5:09 PM
dareifyoudare

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location: Bolivia

Empexsa Tours - good or bad or indifferent?

Hi all. I am looking at travelling with Empexsa Tours on the 3-day Salt Flat tour. Private tour using decent hotels. Does anyone have any feedback from any experences they have had with this company?

The feedback I've found so far is mixed.

Aug 8, 2012 10:56 PM
dareifyoudare

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Aug 8, 2012 10:56 PM
dareifyoudare

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Empexsa Tours - good or bad or indifferent?

Aug 8, 2012 8:32 PM
kzim

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Aug 10, 2012 6:54 AM
beerfree

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Backpacking with dog

I am taking next summer to backpack South America and I am unsure what to do with my dog. I want to bring her with me, but I am concerned for many reasons. I want to make sure that she is able to do everything that I will do. I understand she can't come in stores and stuff like that, but I am unsure if she will be met with hostility in cities or allowed into national parks. Does anyone know what some of the policies are? I know they could be different in every country. Also, I am unsure if she would be allowed on bus trips with me. Has anyone had any experience with this?

Aug 8, 2012 7:46 PM
ariannafleur

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Aug 9, 2012 12:39 PM
manguare06

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location: Colombia

Amazonas - malaria prophylaxis?

i will be in the colombian amazon for 5 days (based in leticia, making some short trips from there). my question is: malaria prophylaxis... a must? or unnecessary? any first-hand experiences/advice?
MUCHAS GRACIAS!
arianna

Aug 8, 2012 3:02 PM
Cecilia

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Mar 5, 2013 6:07 PM
hardnosethehigh...

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location: Colombia

Early stages of planning 4.5 weeks solo Colombia trip

Yippeeeee, work allows me to take 5 weeks off! I'm spending 5 days in New York City on the way over from Europe, and 32 days in Colombia (30 full days), in January - February.

So far I can only get my hands on a 2009 Lonely Planet for Colombia, waiting for the 2012 one to come out soon. Getting excited while reading up, can't wait! And just wanted to hear some of your thoughts and comments and suggestions.

I travelled in South America before (Chile-Bolivia-Peru 5 months with a friend, Brazil-Peru 2 months solo) and speak intermediate Spanish.

I like:

small or medium sized cities / towns with colonial architecture and mellow atmoshere, other tourists = okay, but not absolutely swamped with them
swimming in rivers and under waterfalls, bathing in hot springs
1 or 2 day hikes with varying mountain scenery, but I have a knee that's sometimes unstable and can get pa...

Aug 8, 2012 2:51 PM
californiawoman

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Aug 15, 2012 7:47 PM
californiawoman

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location: Peru

Is anyone else having trouble with the Peru Rail website?

I have been trying for a couple of days now to book a trip from Ollanta to Aguas. I've previously booked and printed out my ticket for a different day and route, so I know the routine and have the right Visa, etc. However, the message I have been getting for two days is "sorry for the inconvenience. Try again." No trains are ever shown, no times, etc. Just that message.

Of course I've tried numerous times and also have written to customer service, to no avail.

Anyone else? Any ideas?

Aug 8, 2012 2:45 PM
happyhannaho

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Aug 9, 2012 12:16 AM
happyhannaho

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location: Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands

Life in Ambato

I've been offered a teaching position in Ambato, and trying to figure out if it's going to be a good place to live for 10 months. I've not been to Ecuador before, but from what I've read so far it's a great place to be in terms of culture and scenery, just worried as I know little about Ambato....

All comments appreciated. Many thanks.

Aug 8, 2012 2:05 PM
amazingjourneys

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Aug 8, 2012 2:05 PM
amazingjourneys

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location: Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands

Cariamanga Accommodation

These were a few places to stay and transport links from when I visited Cariamanga earlier in the year, though transport times and cost may have changed now.

Hostal D'Rio, Calle Sucre, Tel: 2687450. This friendly hotel is situated thirty metres up the hill from the Parque Central and offers simply furnished shiny tiled rooms (that smelt fresh) with en-suite, good beds, cable TV and Wi-Fi. There were a few scuffs on the walls but their rates were fine at $8.00 per person. There is also secure off road parking, free purified water and rooms are cleaned and replaced with new linen daily.

Hostal La Fragua, 18 de Noviembre; this friendly tranquil family run hostal had been open a couple of years and offers clean simple rooms with cable TV for $8.00 per-person; fine for the money.

Hotel Royal, Mariano Samaniego & Clotario Paz, Tel: 2688757; this welcoming newer addition had ... more »

Aug 8, 2012 1:38 PM
A3mbition

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Mar 16, 2013 11:45 AM
phil11

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location: Paraguay

Big Paraguay Consideration Thread!

WARNING: THIS POST WILL LIKELY BE LONG AS HELL. IF YOU'RE A LAZY READER, YOU SHOULD PROBABLY NOT GO ANY FURTHER THAN THIS SENTENCE. JUST SAYING.

G'day, everyone. I've done some research, and have decided that Paraguay is a place I want to set up shop (live). Before anyone says anything, yes I'm going to learn both of the national languages. As of right now I know a bit of Spanish. Repeat: No problem learning their languages.

Okay, now that that's out of the way, let's talk about categories. By the way, I think I should tell you this question is aimed towards the people with extensive knowledge on life in the country, not visitors -- as I plan to live there. Yes, I'll be travelling heaps, but my home will be here. So, uh, yeah . . . expats, nationals -- come out of hiding! You're needed!

LOCATION
I have a hankering for some city-life -- that means the capital, Ausuncion. I... more »

Aug 8, 2012 1:33 PM
djkapi

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Aug 8, 2012 1:33 PM
djkapi

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location: Colombia

Playa Brava - is there any hotel ?

Hi,

I was wondering to spend a night in Playa Brava but when I wrote to the owners of the hotel listed here
http://www.getlostmagazine.com/destination-inspiration?locationId=84&accommodationId=21
I received an information that they do not run hostel on Playa Brava anymore.

Do you know if I can find anything else on playa Brava ?

Thank you

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