Category : Latin America : Travel & Places

How to Spend a Week in Belize

Latin America
Belize, a tiny country located on the Caribbean Sea, has a relaxed vibe that is almost impossible to resist. The pristine beaches, lush jungles, towering ruins and colorful culture offer countless opportunities for relaxed exploration or adventure travel. Though prices are higher in Belize than othe

Roads in the Amazon

Latin America
There are concerns that building roads in the Amazon hurts the rain forest's natural ecosystem.snail vine. image by mdb from Fotolia.comOnce a nearly impenetrable jungle, the Amazon, located mostly in Brazil, is today more accessible than ever. Brazil's government has been constructing...

Tiwanaku, Bolivia: Plan Notice

Latin America
Tiwanaku, also known as Tiahuanacu, is the site of the remaining ruins of the pre-Incan ancient Tiwanaku agrarian civilization. Located near Lake Titicaca, the archaeological site is not yet completely excavated, but the visible ruins make a pleasant and rewarding day trip from La Paz, the capital o