Looking for recommendations: Contemporary Latin American literature, in translation. (more inside) [more inside]
posted by barjo on Jan 9, 2009 - 12 answers

Where are the cheapest places to live/travel in Latin America right now?
posted by cookie googleman on Oct 23, 2008 - 6 answers

My friend found this strange fruit somewhere in or around Oaxaca, Mexico. What is it?
posted by phrontist on Oct 11, 2008 - 6 answers

Help me learn more about recent/current Latin American geopolitical turmoil. [more inside]
posted by symbollocks on Jul 18, 2008 - 11 answers

I'm looking for recommendations on books on purported (modern) religious miracles in Latin America, and their impact on society and politics. [more inside]
posted by Joakim Ziegler on Jun 11, 2008 - 2 answers

How can I work in economic development in Latin America? [more inside]
posted by Ashley801 on May 11, 2008 - 2 answers

Where do I find Salsas de Colombia in Los Estados Unidos? Hmmmmm, chimichurri. [more inside]
posted by 4Lnqvv on Sep 16, 2007 - 0 answers

Is there a specific name for the Catholic candles you can get at Mexican grocery stores? The ones in glass jars with pictures of saints, Marias, or Jesus? And can anyone tell me more about them, such as how they fit into Catholicism or their cultural resonances? I'm curious about them, and I've found remarkably little info on the internet-- which leads me to wonder if I'm not using the right search term, or if (egads!) there actually is not a website out there with information.
posted by bookish on Sep 5, 2007 - 27 answers

Has any historically "Third World" country other than the Asian Tigers managed to approach "First World" standards of Quality of Life? Any nations poised for improvement in living standards that might put them there? [more inside]
posted by StrikeTheViol on Jun 27, 2007 - 23 answers

HondurasFilter: What to do in Honduras during July? [more inside]
posted by jk252b on May 3, 2007 - 4 answers

Help me decide where to live for a month (all expenses paid): Campeche, Mexico; Córdoba, Argentina; or Quito, Ecuador. [more inside]
posted by dondiego87 on Mar 9, 2007 - 8 answers

What are the most affordable, non-touristy places to travel in Latin American for someone who has already spent considerable time there? [more inside]
posted by jk252b on Dec 28, 2006 - 8 answers

Are there any particularly good RSS feeds for Latin American news? [more inside]
posted by stleric on Aug 31, 2006 - 3 answers

What is the English teaching situation like in Latin America right now? I'm looking for something to do for July and about half of August, and I have a TEFL certificate and some experience. Other suggestions for spending worthwhile time down there welcome. Sidenote: I don't speak Spanish, but learning would be a big incentive for going. [more inside]
posted by borkingchikapa on Jun 8, 2006 - 2 answers

Two friends and I are looking for a crazy adventure story-of-a-lifetime vacation in Central or South America for roughly a week, and I am completely stumped. Help? [more inside]
posted by bryak on May 29, 2006 - 19 answers

Help me combine my interests in Latin America, urban planning, and not being unemployed. [more inside]
posted by kittyprecious on Feb 23, 2006 - 10 answers

My friend is looking for employment for his significant other in Latin America or in the United States. She is a German citizen, and is a certified doctor there (OB/GYN). She is looking for a way to practice either there (in Latin America) or in the US for an underserved community. [more inside]
posted by jare2003 on Feb 6, 2006 - 5 answers

I am seriously considering moving to somewhere in Latin America to teach English and learn Spanish. [more inside]
posted by jetskiaccidents on Sep 7, 2005 - 10 answers

Does anyone know of any good resources about the history and current state of Asians who immigrated to Latin American Countries? I know there is a significant population of Japanese in Brazil (1 million), and that significant numbers of Chinese were imported as cheap labor into Panama and other countries. Does anyone know of good websites or books or other resources? I'd be interested in learning more about this. I came across this here but haven't had much other luck turning up stuff.
posted by jare2003 on Jan 20, 2005 - 5 answers

I have one semester left in college (until the scholarship money runs out) and I would like to spend it abroad minoring in Spanish. As much as I love Spain, I would prefer to go somewhere more exotic and off the beaten path. I’m looking for adventure to accompany my education. I’ve only been to Mexico and Cuba and would like to get people’s perspectives and recommendations on other Latin American countries. If you were in my shoes, where would you go and why?
posted by TheGoldenOne on Jan 17, 2005 - 12 answers

Belated Honeymoon : My husband & I are planning on taking a much-put-off honeymoon next spring, preferrably somewhere in Caribbean/Latin America, and could really use some tips. (more inside) [more inside]
posted by littlegirlblue on Oct 9, 2004 - 7 answers

I'm looking for job opportunities leading semester abroad trips or similar international educational experiences. I've done research and am continuing to do so on Google, but so far the two best organizations I'm aware of and have spoken to have not come up at all in my searching.

Before we start, I am not looking to teach English in China, Japan, Korea or elsewhere. I want to take a group of people to one or more countries for purposes of exposure, cultural exchange, and personal growth. My primary area of interest is Latin America, though I am willing to go almost anywhere (except, oh I don't know, Baghdad) in the world if the position is right. Responsibilities can include academic instruction, but don't have to -- i.e., I would also lead volunteer-work trips.

Your suggestions or leads are appreciated.
posted by whoshotwho on Apr 29, 2004 - 4 answers

I have always kind of wondered how the Atkins Diet has been received in Europe as well as Canada and Latin America. Personally I have some problems with it (How much exercise can you accomplish if you aren't getting any carbs???) but i haven't read Atkins For Life (or whatever the book is called) yet and I don't think I'm going to. Anyway, Specifically, I was wondering how the nations of England, France and Canada react to it? Is it popular there or just laughed at?
posted by Slimemonster on Mar 17, 2004 - 21 answers