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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.

6 Ephemeral Art Forms You Won’t Want to Miss

Temporary art seems to be gaining in popularity in spite of the obvious drawbacks. Eileen Smith lists places and events where you can check out some of the finest examples anywhere.

8 MacGyverable Items You Already Have in Your Backpack

If you are in some kind jam on the road, or maybe you are just bored, or you want to create a new art project, you can follow Eileen Smith’s ideas on how to make and do things with items you are already carrying.

15 Latin American Fruits to Surprise your Palate

Fans of exotic fruit have an abundance of choices when visiting most of Latin America. Eileen Smith lives there and here she shares some of the most interesting specimens.

11 Volcanoes in the Americas That You Can Climb

Have you ever wanted to see what the inside of a volcano looks like? You have more options than you probably realized, and here are 11 interesting volcanoes you can climb, just in the Americas.

Pre-Trip Checklist: Things to Know Before You Go Somewhere Even the Slightest Bit Exotic

If you are going someplace new for the first time, and especially if it’s different from where you live in culture or language, these expert tips on preparing yourself from Eileen Smith will come in handy.

9 Trips Inspired by Travel Books That Are Probably Too Crazy to Actually Take

Lovers of great travel stories might find themselves motivated to try to replicate what they’ve read, but that’s not always a good idea. Here are 9 inspirational books that Eileen Smith thinks could get you in trouble.

15 Incredible Desserts You Should Try on the Road

Many people go out of their way to try local foods while traveling. Eileen Smith jumps right to dessert, with 15 items you should try when you can.

7 Reasons Why Traveling With Your Parents Isn’t a Bad Idea

Depending on your age, the thought of traveling with your parents might sound horrifying. But seriously, it can be much better than you might expect, for a variety of reasons. Here are just 7 of those from Eileen Smith.

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.