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Dengue Fever in South America

Dengue fever is “the most common viral disease spread to humans by mosquitoes” (source: Travel.GC.CA). Female aedes mosquitos carry the virus and transmit to humans when feeding. There are four [...]
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4 Experiences Not To Miss in South America

South America has an allure which continues to capture the imagination of travelers throughout the world. Rich culture, stunning scenery, colonial cities, remote primitive villages… the continent has something for [...]
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How To Stay Safe Traveling in South America & Resources

When someone is planning a trip to South America and emails for advice usually the first thing they ask is: “Is it safe?” Safety is relative: relative to the person’s [...]
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Expat Interview Series on South America Living

Introducing the new 'expat interview' series on South America Living.com.
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South America Tours

When planning a trip to South America many travelers want the worry and hassle of organizing their adventure taken out of their hands. That’s what tour companies are for. Yes, [...]
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Gap Year or Career Break Traveling

Taking some time out to travel is something that many people ponder, but few put into action. Everyone would like to get away from the daily humdrum and achieve their [...]
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Winter Holidays in South America

Summertime – December through March – is the most popular time to visit South America. It’s the season of warm waters, sunny days at the beach and Carnival extravaganzas galore. [...]