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Paysandu, Uruguay

Tuesday, January 13th, 2009

Usually overlooked for its more popular neighbors, Buenos Aires and Rio, travelers are missing out on Uruguay. Not only is Montevideo a popular location for even the Argentine and Brazilian locals, it offers amazing opportunities for tourists. But, Montevideo isn’t the only city in Uruguay worth exploring. Paysandu, though small, is a great town deserving of a few more tourists. Especially during Easter. While most travelers to South America are busy recovering from Carnival, Paysandu is preparing their own celebration. The beer festival in Paysandu is a rare chance to praise beer in the Southern Hemisphere. Music shows of tango, folk, and rock play at the summer theater while guests enjoy the promised beer. NorteƱa is a beer made especially for this festival.

Dakar 2009

Friday, January 9th, 2009

Welcome one, welcome all to one of the greatest rally’s on the planet. Dakar 2009 is held in South America this year. Rather than the usual route through Europe and Africa, Dakar is skirting around the Andes offering new adventures for rookie drivers. This year there is over 6000 km of open track but no one will guess the winner until the very end. The track begins in Buenos Aires and heads through Valparaiso, Chile in a thrilling round trip through the Southern Cone. The finish date is scheduled for January 18th in Buenos Aires.