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Paraguay

Before the arrival of Europeans to the area in the 16th century, Paraguay was inhabited by Amerindian tribes. Spanish settlers quickly intermarried with the local Guarani tribes, creating a mestizo culture which today accounts for 95% of the nation's population. In 1811, Paraguay achieved independence from Spain. In the 1860s, Paraguay was defeated in the bloody War of the Triple Alliance by the allied nations of Uruguay, Argentina, and Brazil. European immigrants began arriving in the area in the late 19th century, and still maintain a presence in the country.

updated 2010-07-17 18:12:34

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Ecuador

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• Wikipedia: Geography of Ecuador

• Mongabay.com: Ecuador Geography

• Ministry of Tourism: Geography of Ecuador

• WorldAtlas.com: Ecuador

• Ecuador-travel-info: Ecuador Map Center

updated 2012-05-02 22:29:40

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Patrick Duddy

The Venezuelan President expelled Duddy and withdrew the Venezuelan Ambassador to the United States, Bernardo Alvarez, after Chavez said he discovered an American-supported coup by Venezuelan military officers. On September 10, 2008, Bolivia's President Evo Morales expelled U.S. Ambassador Philip S. Goldberg, citing similar allegations.The New York Times: Alleging Coup Plot, Chávez Ousts U.S. Envoy (September 12, 2008) In retaliation, the United States expelled Alvarez.

updated 2010-07-17 18:19:58

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Honduras

• Country Studies: Religion

• Nation Master: Honduras Religion Statistics

• U.S. Department of State: Honduras International Religious Freedom Report 2003

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updated 2012-05-02 22:28:53

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Buenos Aires Hotels

• The Recoleta Hostel Phone: 11-4812-4419
  • Frommer's Highly Recommended: "This is a great, inexpensive choice for young people who want to be close to everything and in a beautiful neighborhood, but can't ordinarily afford the prices associated with such a location."

• • TripAdvisor 3.0 Rating (Note: Community Ratings; Subject to Change)

• V&S Hostel Club Phone: 11-4322-0994
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended: "Privately owned, but part of an Argentine network of hostels, V&S Hostel provides exceptionally friendly service in a convenient Microcentro location."

• • TripAdvisor 4.5 Rating (Note: Community Ratings; Subject to Change)

• Carlos Gardel Hostel Phone: 11-4307-2606
  • Frommer's Highly Recommended: "This hostel is built into a renovated old house, and though it has been severely gutted, a few charming elements, such as marble staircases, wall sconces, and stained-glass windows, remain."

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• Hostel Nomade Phone: 11-4300-7641
  • Frommer's Highly Recommended: "There are several rooms with bunk beds scattered about, and three of the rooms can be rented privately, but none come with private bathrooms."

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Silversea Cruises

• Cunard: Official Site | Mahalo | Wikipedia | Hoovers | Frommer's

• Celebrity Cruises: Official Site | Mahalo | Wikipedia | Hoovers | Frommer's

• Holland America Line: Official Site | Mahalo | Wikipedia | Hoovers | Frommer's

• Princess Cruises: Princess Cruises | Mahalo | Wikipedia | Hoovers | Frommer's

• Carnival Cruise Lines: Official Site | Mahalo | Wikipedia | Hoovers | Frommer's

• Costa Cruises: Official Site | Mahalo | Wikipedia | Hoovers | Frommer's

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updated 2010-07-17 21:55:12

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Tabare Vasquez

Tabare is the first elected President of Uruguay who didn't belong to the National (Blanco) Party or Colorado parties. His administration is focused on alleviating poverty, restoring diplomatic ties with Cuba, and human rights issues. Blanco implemented a smoking ban in Uruguay, in March of 2006.The Dominion: Uruguay implements smoking ban

updated 2012-05-02 22:28:21

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Rio de Janeiro Restaurants

• Shirley Portuguese, Phone: 21-2275-1398 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended: "This hole-in-the-wall Spanish seafood restaurant has been packing them in for years and still has locals and visitors lining up on the weekends. "

• • Fodor's Review: "Homemade Spanish seafood casseroles and soups are the draw at this traditional Leme restaurant tucked onto a shady street."

• • Yahoo! Travel 5 Stars (Note: Community Rating; may change)

• 476 Seafood, Phone: 21-2417-1716 Google Map
  • Fodor's Choice: "At the end of a road with stunning coastal views, 476 is all about simplicity, with just seven delicious entrees..."

• • Yahoo! Travel 4 Stars (Note: Community Rating; may change)

• Paladino Brazilian, Phone: 21-2263-2094 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended: "[T]he atmosphere is that of Rio in the Belle Epoque, and the sandwiches and snack plates are delicious."

• Bar do Mineiro South American, Phone: 21-2221-9227 Google Map
  • Frommer's Highly Recommended: "Not limited to food, this combo restaurant, art gallery, and antiques shop also serves up an amazing variety..."

• Confeitaria Colombo Brazilian, Phone: 21-2232-2300 Google Map
  • Fodor's Review: "Meals are buffet-style, with classic Brazilian dishes."

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Hernan Cortes

• 1485: Born in Medellin, Extremadura, in Castile

• 1499: Attends the University of Salamanca

• 1501: Returns home

• 1504: Joins an expedition to Santo Domingo; becomes a citizen of Azuza

• 1506: Participates in the conquest of Hispaniola and Cuba

• 1519: Commander of an expedition to find the legendary Aztec Empire

• 1521: Claims Tenochtitlan for Spain

• 1522: Given the title of Captain General and Governor of New Spain

• 1524: Explores Honduras

• 1528: Recalled to Spain; awarded the title "Marques del Valle de Oaxaca"

• 1530: Returns to Mexico, but divested of his civil rank; wife, Catalina, dies

• 1536: Discovers the Baja California peninsula

• 1539: Returns to Spain

• 1541: Joins Algiers expedition

• 1547: Dies December 2, in Castilleja de la Cuesta of pleurisy

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updated 2010-07-17 07:31:28

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