Visiting South America

"A good traveler has no fixed plans," said Lao Tzu, a philosopher of ancient China. I wish I could travel this way but alas I am bound to squeeze my annual tours within... keep reading →

 In 2006 I left the comfortable confines of California, USA for the dark "unknown" of South America. Miraculously, before I moved my family to Uruguay, South America, I'd... keep reading →

This is a memorable monument, not least because of the great effort and long travel up winding, mountain roads which it takes to reach it. The statue of is situated near the... keep reading →

Uruguay is a unque and interesting country in south america. There is tons of history, culture, and traditions to be learned. So, come and see some of the fun and interesting... keep reading →

Flag of Uruguay General Artigas Station, Montevideo, Uruguay. This gracious building, located in the Aguada suburb of Uruguay's capital, Montevideo, was inaugurated during... keep reading →

Vacations to Brazil can be destroyed by poisonous snakes and spiders. Beware of spiders and snakes on cheap holidays to Brazil. keep reading →

Brazil is one of the most exciting countries in the world. Here, are 20 fun and interesting facts everyone should know about Brazil keep reading →

So, you might be wondering why a math teacher from South Florida ended up living for at least 3 months in Cotacachi, Ecuador.  Easy... it is beautiful.  My parents and I... keep reading →

Paz de las Aves is a small private reserve located in the tropical rainforest on the western slopes of the Andes Mountains. Its unique offering of typically unseen bird... keep reading →

In this fine Neo-Classical building in Montevideo, Uruguay's parliament is housed. Among the South American republics, Uruguay is relatively small, in both... keep reading →