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1 2 [Next] - It isn't always wise to rely on travelers' cheques and credit cards. In Brazil for example, there are parallel banking systems. One has official government rates while the other operates using prevailing business rates. Travelers' cheques and credit card transactions are converted at government rates. When I was there, the spread was about 30%. Big difference. Gower House Bed and Breakfast, St. John's Newfoundland, Canada ID1132 - To truly understand Colombia, visit more than one of Colombia's 'departamentos' (states) - each has a different landscape, distinct music, and friendly people who are quite willing to share their culture with tourists. You will find a diversity of culture that is rather astonishing - the people of Colombia range from descendants of freed slaves, who settled in isolated jungle and mountain areas, to 'paisas', residents of the Antioquia department, who trace their blood directly to Spanish settlers and now grow coffee and spectacular flowers. Diverse Indian tribes each have their own dress and way of life; and there are even cowboys, who live on the Llanos and hold harp-playing contests. Tamalyn Dallal ID1135 - Many people rule out traveling to Colombia based on negative stereotypes. You may want to reconsider, because Colombia can be safer than Brazil, Peru, or Jamaica. Low tourism offers a significant advantage: You find unspoiled and unique locations more easily. Anonymous ID1134 - When you go to Brazil and you go to any tanning salon and they ask you if you want 'happy ending' don't say yes - or they will bring a man dressed up as a woman to massage you and do 'other' stuff. John Everyman ID2100 - One tip that many people forget about is one that has been around for a very long time ... if traveling to South America, be sure to have bottled water or at the very least a good carbon filter. We may think that times have changed and the truth is that they have, but the water quality in some places in South America is still not that great. Its the worst feeling to arrive and the first thing to think to yourself is, "Oh yeah, I forgot about that". Please visit maquiberryz.com to find out about the benefits of the maqui berry. Alexis ID2275 Would You Like to Add a Travel Tip?We welcome QUALITY travel tips from our users.Note: you will be required to enter the characters from a security image, so please make sure that you have your browser set to view images. (This measure was necessary to reduce spam.) You will be able to provide your URL, if applicable. Submit your travel tips and hints here. |
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