Overlanding

Overlanding in South America is a great experience, but in some shape or fashion your trip will be shaped by politics. For all of those of you who would like to get to know a little more on South American politics and the way media may have influenced your view point. You may like to take a closer look at this documentary “Inside the Revolution A Journey into the Heart of Venezuela” with its premier on Thursday August 20th in the UK. More details can be found at alboradafilms

Tucan Travel is seeking an experienced driver/mechanic to become our fleet co-ordinator based in Cuzco, Peru, commencing training on 01 September 2009.

Tucan Travel has a fleet of 14 Mercedes Benz vehicles of varying ages and models in South America and the fleet co-ordinator will be responsible for all fleet management. The role reports to Tucan Travel’s Latin American based destination manager and will work closely with the crew co-ordinator.

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The outbreak is having an impact in Mexico with many schools public buildings and bars closed. Contact your tour operator to see if this will have any affect on trips to the area.

Kumuka are warning clients of an increase in cases of Dengue Fever in Argentina, principally in the provinces of Chaco, Corrientes, Misiones, Formosa, Salta and Jujuy. “Cases have also been reported in the capital, Buenos Aires, and the surrounding BsAs province”. Many companies operate tours throughout Argentina and keeping free from bites is difficult but the best way to avoid problem is to cover up!

Does anyone have a tip trick on how to avoid bites ?

It has been reported that the Bahaman-flagged Ocean Nova became stuck in ice close to the San Martin Argentine base, due to high winds. The company quarkexpeditions reports on their website that “An initial assessment of damage indicated that there was no imminent danger and no threat to lives. There is no sign of leakage of any kind from the vessel. No environmental damage is anticipated. As a precaution, Captain Per Gravesen, of M/V Ocean Nova issued a distress signal, which was recognized by the Argentine emergency services. ”

Many overland companies sell these trips as optional extras. A year ago, G.A.P Adventures Explorer cruise ship hit ice off Antarctica and sank, whilst back in December 2008 another Antarctica expedition operated by Antarpply Expeditions run aground.