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Let your journey begin here. In addition to the links you'll find in our sample itineraries, the following resources will help you get acquainted with Latin America. Whether you want to know before you go, get involved, or just stay informed about the forces transforming the Americas, the following resources are among the best.
Country Profiles
For a comprehensive look at any country in the region, use LANIC, the Latin American Network Information Center. It was designed to facilitate research and academic endeavors. The site has become an important gateway to Latin America for teachers and students, private and public sector professionals, and just about anyone looking for information about this important region.
Ancient History
Learn about the ancient peoples and places of the Americas. These cultures continue to shape the region today.
Culture Links
Drink Links
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Social Change
The following web sites speak to social activism in the region:
In the News Latin America Press offers articles sorted by country and theme, with commentaries and statistics. We also recommend:
Weather Weather is one reason we love Latin America. Visit Excite Weather so you'll know what to pack.
Sustainable Tourism
Tropical Conservation
Explore with Wikipedia
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Indigenous Links
Maps
To get the lay of the land, use these maps of Mexico, Central America and South America where you'll find links to country profiles, geography overviews as well as almanac, and encyclopedia information. These quick & easy web-based maps come from Pearson Education publishing as “Info Please”. We'll have more detailed maps to share with you when we meet.
Traveler Resources
- Use this convenient
Currency Converter:
- Holiday Rental Centre specializes in vacation rentals and worldwide holiday villas, apartments and cottages.
Other Regions
Want to tour another region? Changes In Latitude recommends only destination experts providing boutique tours for upscale travelers. Destinations we recommend include Asia and particularly, Vietnam. |
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