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South America Vaccinations: A Guide For Travellers to South America

The Hepatitis A jab is administered in one dose and must be given, at the latest, two weeks before you travel. 1. Typhoid This bacterial infection can be very dangerous if contracted as it affects your internal organs. Symptoms include constipation, headaches and a … See more

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Do You Need To Take Altitude Sickness Medication or Not

WEBAltitude sickness medication. The necessity of altitude sickness medication has long been argued amongst travellers. Official advice says the best way to deal with …

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COVID-19 South America

WEBUnvaccinated travellers must present evidence of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival. Peru – Open to all travellers. Unvaccinated travellers are …

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A Backpacker's Guide to Bolivia

WEBAs a result, these locomotives have been left to rust in the middle of nowhere. 9. Experience the Amazon. Bolivia is the cheapest place from which to access the Amazon basin. …

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South American Travel Insurance – Top Choices for Backpackers!

WEBSince 2002 World Nomads have been offering travel insurance to backpackers in South America. They offer coverage for more than 150 adventure activities as well as …

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Is Ecuador Safe to Visit

WEBA Guide to Staying Safe in Ecuador. As of 2022, Ecuador has a Global Peace Index rating of 1.988, ranking 79th in the world and coming in as the 5th safest …

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COVID-19 Peru Travel Restrictions

WEBLATEST PERU COVID-19 NEWS: 4th October 2022 – Peru remove the 4-tier restriction setup. Source. 28th March 2022 – Peru extends Peru’s health emergency …

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Safety Tips for Travelling in South America

WEB5. Use a Filtered Water Bottle. Not all tap water in South America is safe to drink. Whilst some countries have filtered water on offer for free in hostels, this service is …

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South America Visa Guide: What Travellers Need to Know!

WEBCopy of your passport (photo and personal data page) Copy of your most recent Colombia visa stamp. Credit/debit card to pay the fine and also for the …

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COVID-19 Brazil Travel Restrictions

WEBLATEST BRAZIL COVID-19 NEWS: 22nd September 2022 – Unvaccinated travellers can enter Brazil with a negative PCR test.Source.; 2nd April 2022 – Fully …

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Ayahuasca The Hallucinogenic Vine and Magic Shamans of Peru

WEBThe ayahuasca brew is made from the stalks of the Banisteriopsis caapi vine and the leaves of the Psychotria viridis shrub. Both of these natural ingredients have …

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COVID-19 Ecuador Travel Restrictions (June 2022)

WEBLATEST ECUADOR COVID-19 NEWS: 28th April 2022 – Mask mandates have been removed in Ecuador. You are no longer required to wear a mask indoors or …

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My Scary Lesson with Altitude Sickness, La Paz, Bolivia

WEBThe people of La Paz, Bolivia, are used to the altitude. However, I’d been at altitude for over two weeks – first in Arequipa in Peru (2,344 metres), and then I’d just …

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COVID-19 Uruguay Travel Restrictions

WEB24th February 2022 – Uruguay eases arrival procedures for international tourists. Source. 23rd February 2022 – Uruguay has scrapped its vaccine passport …

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The Safest South American Countries [2024 Guide]

WEBMilitarisation is one determiner of the Global Peace Index. To give you a bit of context before we dive into the safest countries in South America, as of 2023, the …

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Backpacking Uruguay – A Budget Travel Guide

WEBThere are a variety of accommodation options available for people staying in Uruguay. Hostels are by far the cheapest option and once you start looking at hotels, the price …

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Potosí Mines, Bolivia Ethical Considerations + Recommended Tour

WEBFinal considerations. Despite being a shadow of its former self, the mining industry in Potosí is still big business. If you are going to venture into an active mine, …

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Yerba Mate: South America’s Most Social Drink

WEBYerba mate is a drink you may have already heard of, probably because it is everybody’s favourite South American drink!. Whilst most famous for being the national …

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