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Poor Niagra

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[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbeStrDyJhg] Upon seeing Iguazu, the United States' First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt reportedly exclaimed "Poor Niagara!" As for me, upon seeing Iguazu, I said "Well this is pretty cool". But Eleanor was right in that Niagra Falls or even Angel Falls in Venezuela pale in comparison to this shortlisted world wonder. "Legend has it that a god … [Read more...] about Poor Niagra

My Motorcycle Diaries: Part 2

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We were finally on our way to Cordoba after loading the moto with our bags and gear for the long weekend trip. Without a map or directions we drove out of Buenos Aires asking directions along the way. Riding on a moto has it's advantages. We were able to weave through traffic with no problem and asking for directions is a cinch when you can pull up directly next to any car. … [Read more...] about My Motorcycle Diaries: Part 2

Studying In Buenos Aires Q&A

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I received an email asking about my experience in Argentina and how it compares to Colombia. The person asked, "I guess first of all I'm just wondering if you are happy with your choice of Argentina for the exchange? I remember you said the only reason you didn't go for Colombia is because you didn't think your Spanish was good enough. Would you still have taken Colombia first … [Read more...] about Studying In Buenos Aires Q&A

From Buenos Aires to Uruguay

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Alex and I waited for the train that would take us to the Retiro, the main transportation center in Buenos Aires. From Retiro we drove in a taxi to Puerto Madero to purchase tickets that would take us on a ferry across the river to Uruguay. Uruguay is a tiny country next to Buenos Aires and when you look at the two countries there really are only … [Read more...] about From Buenos Aires to Uruguay