"Misunderstood South America" South America by richiecdisc

South America Travel Guide: 52,613 reviews and 138,099 photos

South America remains a misunderstood and unfortunately feared continent. Many travelers shy away from what they view as a dangerous travel location, one full of petty thieves, lethal mass transit, and lawless revolutionaries. What I have found on both of my trips to this marvelous and colorful destination is a place full of not only incredibly varried terrain, but also of friendly people that can't do enough to make your stay a pleasant and memorable one.

Last visit to South America: Oct 2002
Intro Updated Nov 25, 2002
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Trekki Apr 29, 2010 at 9:33 PM

Hey - your Colombia isn't even blue yet!! tztz.... knock, knock... waiting :-) lol. Lol, second attempt, now today (the other was March 14). More morning hugs :-)
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pollon Sep 9, 2003 at 12:39 AM

unfortunately till now I have visited only the central america but I completely agree with you on the friendly people and the wonderful nature and I'm sure I wouldn't change but reinforce my idea the day I'll succeed in seeing the south...
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aka123 Dec 30, 2002 at 6:52 PM

good tips
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Antji Dec 7, 2002 at 8:00 AM

it´s a dream from me to make a trip to south america! Love the first pic!
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soncnica Nov 26, 2002 at 4:53 AM

Can't agree more about SA being misunderstood place.
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sabsi Nov 25, 2002 at 12:28 PM

cant wait for more! the first pic is amazing!
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ysio Jul 30, 2002 at 6:29 AM

nice!
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Turco Jul 26, 2002 at 2:14 PM

Man you`ve been everywhere!!!
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brdwtchr Jul 26, 2002 at 1:48 PM

Good pics. Enjoy your next trip.
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b1bob Jul 24, 2002 at 6:07 PM

Nice beginning!