Travel Forum / Destinations / Latin America / April 2004

"WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House denounced abuse by U.S. troops of
Iraqi prisoners as "despicable" and called for disciplinary action against
those responsible on Friday after photographs depicting the acts were
published and broadcast around the world.

My husband and I are contemplating moving from Wales, UK to America.  The
main reasons are because the weather is so much nicer, and we would like to
own a few acres to keep horses etc (impossible with land prices as they are
in the UK).

Will be visiting Machu Picchu this May . I would like to use my digital
camera and charger. I know voltage is 220
but I am not sure of what type of plug adapter is required. My charger
should handle the 220. Any Info regarding this trip with O A T would be

What is your list of the top 10 must see citis in Mexico, you can
include beach, colonial cities or big cities.
Thanks for your information.
Big Cities:

I have a new ATM card marked Plus and Star.
Will this card work at ATMs in Argentina?

I have a new site that some may find useful.
It has a lot of trip reports posted by individuals who have travelled
throughout the world, including the Caribbean, South and Central America.
You can post your own reports to share with others as well.  Membership is

I am trying to find an inexpensive way to get to Chan Chich from
Belize City.  We would be fine with a 4-hr. drive/ride.  The hotel has
said that they could send a driver to Belize Int. to pick us up at the
cost of $200 US.  Does anyone know of a bus route alternative or

I am planning a 3 week tour of a limited number of places in Chile and
Peru, starting around January 17. That period is described as the
rainy season, but what can I expect in the areas I will be visiting?
In Chile: Santiago and surrounding areas, and lake and volcano

Anyone have any experience visiting or living in La Paz?  I've heard
indirectly that it's a nice city, good climate, not overly touristy, etc.
But I wonder how it really is.  Any first-hand experience or references to
good website would be much appreciated.  I wasn't able to do much ...

I'm planning to go to the Altiplano, in the northern Argentina and southern
Bolivia for trekking. Do you know where I could find accurate maps? I'd
rather avoid to experience the same situation than Gerry... (the superb
movie of Gus Van Sant).

My wife and I are planning a trip to Brazil that will last about 15
days. So far, we know we are going to fly into Rio and spend a couple
days there, and then likely go to Salvador. After that, what would you
recommend? What do you think are some must-see places to go? Thanks

Would like to know if there are any regular scheduled flight to Manuas
from an of the Colombia cities or Caracas.

I'm planning a short trip to Honduras and hope to spend a few days diving on
the Bay Islands as well as a visit to Copan. But I'm starting & ending in
Guatemala (need to be in Antigua for a few days) so am trying to figure out
what makes the most sense time and money wise as far as ...

I'm  planning a trip to Buenos Aires and want to include a visit to
Iguazu Falls.  I'd love to take advantage of all there is to do -
walking the circuits around the Falls, visiting the jungle, etc. but
am concerned that the hot weather will prevent me from fully enjoying

We're doing Copper Canyon next month, and wonder if anyone knows of a
cheap hotel in LMM within walking distance of the train station.
Thanks!