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Wine tasting in South America: Where to Go and What to Try

You are probably aware of the big wine industries in Argentina and Chile, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Eileen Smith lives in Chile and here she explains where to look and what to taste throughout the continent.

15 of the Best Expat Blogs

Of the many varieties of travel blogs, expat blogs are a particular favorite of staff writer (and expat wannabe) Jessica Spiegel. These are 15 of her favorites.

I’ve been up the mountain and I had a choice – Huayna Potosi, Bolivia

Huayna Potosi, a 6088m mountain 15 miles or so north of Bolivia’s capital La Paz is often described as the ‘most accessible’ of any 6000m+ mountain. Michael Bonnet put this theory to the test and found it anything but accessible.

Mate: Drink up the Culture – Buenos Aires, Argentina

When you visit parts of South America you’ll surely notice that most people are all drinking a strange hot beverage. Rachel Ward found out all about it while going to school there, and tells us the deal here.

A Desperate Vegetarian Goes to Peru

Helen Patrice hadn’t eaten meat in 20 years, but now she was facing an iron deficiency and a trip to notoriously carnivorous Peru.

Poncho Plaza: Stretching Your Dollar in Ecuador’s Famous Market – Otavalo, Equador

This beautiful town of Otavalo, nestled between the volcanoes Imbabura and Cotacachi, is both picturesque and historically significant. Tiffany Parker finds that it’s the place to go to collect those lovely souvenirs that will aid in showing off your travels to friends, family, and unsuspecting door-to-door salesmen.

Vegetarian Travel Tips for South America

South America is known for its meat, among other things, and this can make planning a visit a real challenge for a vegetarian. But fear not, as Lauren Quinn gives us expert advice on exactly how you can do it with ease.

Subways of South America – Your Underground Guide

Fans of underground railroads might not realize that South America is packed with the things. Eileen Smith gives us a complete guide loaded with interesting trivia.

Visa and Reciprocity Fees in South America, and How to Legally Get Around Many of Them

Entry fees for Americans going to South American countries range from zero to shockingly high. Expat and visa expert Eileen Smith explains the situation and offers tips on avoiding many of the charges.

Overnight Bus Tips From an Expert

Considering taking an overnight bus trip to save time and money while traveling? You’d better read these tips from Eileen Smith before you commit to it.