.Imagine a friend of yours is going on a tour
of Latin America and that he or she has never been there.In 100 words or more provide your friend with
the information that you think will best help him or her enjoy and understand
the experience.
When you are going to Latin America I think that it is important to ignore all stereotypes and take in the amazing culture. If I had the chance to go to Latin America my first stop would be to all of the Inca ruins. There is so much culture within these decaying walls. Learn the history before you go, and find out how white men came and destroyed these innocent people’s lives. The buildings were more amazing than anything we could imagine building today. Not only that but they did not have the power tools, and technology of today. Not only the past culture, but also what they do today. Enjoy their religion, and way of life. If you do not know about the culture read books written by people form Latin America. Do not listen to the biased ideas of the United States or other countries’ writers.
Latin America is filled with important world history, as well as historical events relevant to the Latin American people in particular. If I were giving advice to a friend who was going to Latin America, I would definitely point them towards visiting historical landmarks. Visiting various areas of the Inca Empire, the Aztecs, and even common day people would give you a great background of the events that occurred before (which shaped Latin America into what it is now). I would also tell my friend to embrace the Latin American people with an open mind to their diverse culture. The music, food, and plentiful history would be quite the experience to learn about and become involved in. I would also tell them to talk with the people about of Latin America and see what their opinions/feelings are on the past US involvement in their respective countries. Ask them if they are appreciative of what the US has done, or if they may be angry that the US felt the need to control events that happened in their lands. Overall, I would tell my friend to embrace Latin America in its fullest and to not take learning experiences for granted.
If I were to tell a friend to go to Latin America I would tell them to do a little background on the country first. Latin America has a lot of important history behind them. Knowing a little of information would make someone appreciate the country even more. I would tell my friend to embrace the country and the different cultures. There is such a strong nationalism about Latin America that it would be worth getting to know some locals. I would tell my friend to be friendly to the locals and try to get to them if they could. Even though America tried to take them over and teach them we could learn a lot from the natives. Therefore, I would tell my friend to embrace the culture, explore the environment, and get to know the locals.
Here is what I would tell a friend in letter form:
Dear Friend:
I’m sure that your visit to Latin America will be a fun and interesting one, and that you will find the people to be friendly and hospitable. My Modern Latin America professor enjoyed his trip so much, that he ended up practically living in Ecuador! That being said, you should be aware of Latin America’s turbulent history and its experience with the U.S.. As an American, if you get an opportunity to converse with the people beyond a tourist/service person relationship, you may encounter some suspicion, even resentment, among Latin Americans. I can tell you these feelings are not baseless. Latin Americans were exploited by many foreign countries, including our own. We took advantage of them for cheap labor, and thought ourselves to be their superiors. We treated them little better than slaves, and trampled upon their rights to be ruled by leaders of their free elections. We installed puppet governments who looked after the welfare of U.S. business ventures at the expense of their own citizens.
In America, we are for the most part individualists. We isolate ourselves by choice, and even prefer to not associate with our closest neighbors. From what I have learned about Latin America, the people may have a greater sense of community than Americans. They protect each others interests, and form close communities. Relationships matter. So my advice to you, if you really want to get the most out of your trip, is to make a real friend down there, and maintain that friendship after you return to the states.
When going to Latin America I would tell my friend, that it is a beautiful place if you do your research. Look into the area that you are going to find the hotspots and do not judge people. It is extremely important to not judge these people; you can only have as much fun as you open up to. Latin America is full of different global landmarks and there is always something to be learned. I would go on to tell them that once you get in that area do not do anything stupid. You are a tourist law enforcement in Latin America is a lot different than that of the U.S... Be careful and enjoy yourself and keep and open mind cause there is a lot to be learned in this wonderful area.
I would say tol them I am excited for them, Not everyone gets to go to Latin America. Latin America is full of history and memories of a lifetime. South America's beauty is breath taking. I would tell them to check out all the historical land mark sites such as The Aztecs and the incas. I am a big beach fan, and Latin America has some of the worlds most beautiful beaches. Tulum, Mexico – during the 1970’s and 1980’s, the place to visit just south of Cancun was Playa Del Carmen – if you wanted to spend your entire time exploring the region with a backpack strapped across your shoulders. After this time, the all-inclusive resort formats took over the vacation scene and gobbled up most of the prime real estate, forcing the budget traveler to look elsewhere for vacation destinations in the region.
Then vacationers discovered the city of Tulum which is famous for its Mayan ruins and pristine beaches. The pricing of the cuisine and accommodation will amaze you while the landscape and the scenery will not disappoint you when exploring the outdoors of this tranquil region.
Placencia, Belize – the southernmost tip of the Stan Creek District’s long, narrow Belize peninsula is the location of Placencia, rated the most popular budget beach destination in the country. Here you will find a 16-mile stretch of pristine, white sandy beaches that attract sun worshippers from just about every imaginable place in the world.
If you get tired of enjoying the beach (somehow that doesn’t seem possible), there are a number of other activities and tourist sights to enjoy. For instance, try kayaking through the mangroves along Monkey River for starters. Here you will see a lot of the indigenous wildlife that Belize is known for such as crocodiles, Howler monkeys, and manatees.
Morro de Sao Paulo, Brazil – forget the congestion, crime, and poverty of Rio de Janeiro and head to Bahia where you can take a ferry ride out of the city of Salvador over to Morro de Sao Paulo formerly known as Tinhare Island. There are four sublime beaches located here which are simply number as First, Second, Third, and Fourth Beaches. Oh and dont forget to have a margarita or two!
When traveling to Latin America, I think that a lot of research would have to be done (but that should also be done with any other place you are traveling to). With Latin America, I would say that there would be several places that would be wonderful to travel to but there are also places that they should not enter at all. I think an example of this was shown in the book The House of the Spirits. But I also think that it would be a great experience. Latin America would be very different than living here in the United States. That is another reason why research should be done before hand. The people in Latin America take a strong part and role in their country and it would be interesting to see what they do and how they act. The best advice that I could give would be to do prior research before going, embrace the culture and history while there, and enjoy every aspect about the country.
There are quite a few things that you should know before traveling to anywhere in Latin America. Sure there are specifics of each country, and the aspects of life vary as you cross borders, but there are a few things you should know regardless of where you go. There is more poverty than riches, but the people are happy nonetheless. They have been subjected to a lot over the years; so some have gone through revolutions, so the governments are not all the same. They are not all democracies, nor communist governments. Don’t make assumptions; make sure you study on the certain country you are going to. Many countries have indigenous backgrounds that still influence the way they live today. They may have their own languages or rituals, but you have to respect their ways for them to respect you. Culture is something sensitive that will change through countries, but the more you understand, the more you will enjoy your trip.
There is a lot of history surrounding Latin America and if anyone was given a chance to visit such a historical area they should take it. Since the Incas were the first people of Latin America there is history left behind in specific areas of the country. If I were to tell a friend about Latin America I would let him or her know that when dealing with the people they are generous but there are also many areas of poverty that they should be aware of. Overall, I would tell them to enjoy themselves because Latin America is a beautiful place to visit with a lot of quality information that could be found.
Latin America is a very rich, cultural land that is proud of it's traditions and heritage. I would first like to tell my friend that yes it may sound beautiful, but when you see how the people live you will realize how poor and poverty stricken these people are. I would tell them that there are many places to visit. I would tell them to stay away from the water, but try and get out into the land. It is gorgeous in Latin America and something most people never get to endure. I would also tell them to compare and contrast how there style of living is to ours of the United States. And I am a huge fan of the Mayans so I think they should visit the ruins!
Go and enjoy the rich landscape of Latin America. It is full of history. Visit the Mayan Ruins and the beaches. Have a few drinks and enjoy the culture- the food, the dancing the siestas and the shopping. I hear the people can be bartered with. Learn the language of the people. Go to the Amazon and visit the rain forest to see the brightly colored birds and exotic animal. THE history of Latin America is rich and colorful. I warn that you be careful as well. The people are fighting over drugs and territories.
If I were to give advice to my friend who is touring Latin America, I would tell him/her to set aside all assumptions, stereotypes, or preconceived notions that they have about Latin America as a whole. Latin America is full of history and because of this, Latin Americans demonstrate Nationalism. I would tell my friend to enjoy the land, people, culture, and to take time to visit places that illuminate Latin America such as the rain forests, the Mayan ruins, beaches, etc. I would tell my friend to take full advantage of the culture and learning experience because he/she will gain a better understanding of its history in order to ignore any stereotypes. I would tell my friend to attempt to converse with the locals, go out of his/her comfort zone, and experience as much as they can while being safe at the same time.
If I were giving advice to a friend who was traveling to Latin America, I would tell them to embrace the culture. I have learned from this class that the people are very proud of where they come from and they are very strong people. The culture there is unlike the culture of the United States. Also, the land is quite diverse, I would encourage my friend to do a lot of traveling around the areas. They should do as much site seeing as possible. There are some dangerous areas of Latin America as talked about in House of Spirits but for vacationing purposes, they would stay away from them anyway. I would love to travel to Latin America and I would probably try and convince them to let me go with them.
While visiting Latin America, my greatest suggestion would be to seek out people who have a long lineage in their area and ask them to share with you their story. Much can be learned through site seeing and museum touring, but to hear individual accounts from the actual inhabitants is often the best way to gain knowledge. I would suggest seeing as much of the beautiful landscape as possible. I would be interested in learning about the customs and religion of the ancient inhabitants as well. Obviously, the cuisine would be an experience on its own! Though some countries in Latin America are relatively young officially, the area has so much history.
I would tell my friend that Latin America and its people have a strong sense of nationalism. They have a lot of products that are unique to the region. Also, as a result of their strong nationalism, a lot of Latin America is rich in culture. Many people have strived to maintain their culture and strong traditions. I would also tell them that their government has had a struggle building itself up due to many of the interventions and involvements by countries such as the United States. From a tourist’s standpoint, I would suggest to my friend to visit the Incan ruins since they are very well preserved. The Incan civilization holds amazing history of one of the earliest empires known and the battle the Incans and Spaniards underwent. The Incan ruins provide the story of the initial shaping of Latin America into what it is today.
I would tell a friend to learn the culture, learn some language, and learn the ways of the people to get the most out of the experience. I feel that interaction would be key to an enjoyable trip. I would tell them to try some different foods, and enjoy the many historical sites that it has to offer. Enjoy the beaches, see the ruins, go to the rainforest and try some activities such as snorkeling. Get some first hand accounts on how everyday life is, and compare it to that of the United States. Learn some cultural differences such as television and what is done in leisure time. I would try as many things as I could in my time there. I would try to take in a baseball game. It would be an extremely enjoyable experience if done with a plan.
If my friend was going to visit one of the many beautiful countries in Latin America, I would tell her to look up the history of that country and while there, look how far they have come. Many of the countries in Latin America have a rich culture with an interesting history that many people who visit probably do not know about. I would also tell them to experience things outside of the main city they are visiting. Some of the most interesting and culture enriched areas are off the grid from more populated areas. Experiencing the culture of country would be more entertaining then seeing the country itself.
If I had a friend that was going on a tour to Latin America, I would first tell them to do research about the places that they were traveling to. There is so much history in a lot of Latin America and so much knowledge and experience to be gained. I would also encourage them to keep an open mind as much as possible and rid themselves of any stereotypes that they already have. Remember that they live a different life than us but they are content and happy with what they have and that would be a good influence on most of us. I would also tell them to go sight seeing and visit a lot of the beautiful and historic places of Latin America. Lastly, I would suggest that they bring a camera so that I could experience Latin America after they have returned.
When you are going to Latin America I think that it is important to ignore all stereotypes and take in the amazing culture. If I had the chance to go to Latin America my first stop would be to all of the Inca ruins. There is so much culture within these decaying walls. Learn the history before you go, and find out how white men came and destroyed these innocent people’s lives. The buildings were more amazing than anything we could imagine building today. Not only that but they did not have the power tools, and technology of today.
ReplyDeleteNot only the past culture, but also what they do today. Enjoy their religion, and way of life. If you do not know about the culture read books written by people form Latin America. Do not listen to the biased ideas of the United States or other countries’ writers.
Latin America is filled with important world history, as well as historical events relevant to the Latin American people in particular. If I were giving advice to a friend who was going to Latin America, I would definitely point them towards visiting historical landmarks. Visiting various areas of the Inca Empire, the Aztecs, and even common day people would give you a great background of the events that occurred before (which shaped Latin America into what it is now). I would also tell my friend to embrace the Latin American people with an open mind to their diverse culture. The music, food, and plentiful history would be quite the experience to learn about and become involved in. I would also tell them to talk with the people about of Latin America and see what their opinions/feelings are on the past US involvement in their respective countries. Ask them if they are appreciative of what the US has done, or if they may be angry that the US felt the need to control events that happened in their lands. Overall, I would tell my friend to embrace Latin America in its fullest and to not take learning experiences for granted.
ReplyDeleteIf I were to tell a friend to go to Latin America I would tell them to do a little background on the country first. Latin America has a lot of important history behind them. Knowing a little of information would make someone appreciate the country even more. I would tell my friend to embrace the country and the different cultures. There is such a strong nationalism about Latin America that it would be worth getting to know some locals. I would tell my friend to be friendly to the locals and try to get to them if they could. Even though America tried to take them over and teach them we could learn a lot from the natives. Therefore, I would tell my friend to embrace the culture, explore the environment, and get to know the locals.
ReplyDeleteHere is what I would tell a friend in letter form:
ReplyDeleteDear Friend:
I’m sure that your visit to Latin America will be a fun and interesting one, and that you will find the people to be friendly and hospitable. My Modern Latin America professor enjoyed his trip so much, that he ended up practically living in Ecuador! That being said, you should be aware of Latin America’s turbulent history and its experience with the U.S.. As an American, if you get an opportunity to converse with the people beyond a tourist/service person relationship, you may encounter some suspicion, even resentment, among Latin Americans. I can tell you these feelings are not baseless. Latin Americans were exploited by many foreign countries, including our own. We took advantage of them for cheap labor, and thought ourselves to be their superiors. We treated them little better than slaves, and trampled upon their rights to be ruled by leaders of their free elections. We installed puppet governments who looked after the welfare of U.S. business ventures at the expense of their own citizens.
In America, we are for the most part individualists. We isolate ourselves by choice, and even prefer to not associate with our closest neighbors. From what I have learned about Latin America, the people may have a greater sense of community than Americans. They protect each others interests, and form close communities. Relationships matter. So my advice to you, if you really want to get the most out of your trip, is to make a real friend down there, and maintain that friendship after you return to the states.
When going to Latin America I would tell my friend, that it is a beautiful place if you do your research. Look into the area that you are going to find the hotspots and do not judge people. It is extremely important to not judge these people; you can only have as much fun as you open up to. Latin America is full of different global landmarks and there is always something to be learned. I would go on to tell them that once you get in that area do not do anything stupid. You are a tourist law enforcement in Latin America is a lot different than that of the U.S... Be careful and enjoy yourself and keep and open mind cause there is a lot to be learned in this wonderful area.
ReplyDeleteI would say tol them I am excited for them, Not everyone gets to go to Latin America. Latin America is full of history and memories of a lifetime. South America's beauty is breath taking. I would tell them to check out all the historical land mark sites such as The Aztecs and the incas. I am a big beach fan, and Latin America has some of the worlds most beautiful beaches.
ReplyDeleteTulum, Mexico – during the 1970’s and 1980’s, the place to visit just south of Cancun was Playa Del Carmen – if you wanted to spend your entire time exploring the region with a backpack strapped across your shoulders. After this time, the all-inclusive resort formats took over the vacation scene and gobbled up most of the prime real estate, forcing the budget traveler to look elsewhere for vacation destinations in the region.
Then vacationers discovered the city of Tulum which is famous for its Mayan ruins and pristine beaches. The pricing of the cuisine and accommodation will amaze you while the landscape and the scenery will not disappoint you when exploring the outdoors of this tranquil region.
Placencia, Belize – the southernmost tip of the Stan Creek District’s long, narrow Belize peninsula is the location of Placencia, rated the most popular budget beach destination in the country. Here you will find a 16-mile stretch of pristine, white sandy beaches that attract sun worshippers from just about every imaginable place in the world.
If you get tired of enjoying the beach (somehow that doesn’t seem possible), there are a number of other activities and tourist sights to enjoy. For instance, try kayaking through the mangroves along Monkey River for starters. Here you will see a lot of the indigenous wildlife that Belize is known for such as crocodiles, Howler monkeys, and manatees.
Morro de Sao Paulo, Brazil – forget the congestion, crime, and poverty of Rio de Janeiro and head to Bahia where you can take a ferry ride out of the city of Salvador over to Morro de Sao Paulo formerly known as Tinhare Island. There are four sublime beaches located here which are simply number as First, Second, Third, and Fourth Beaches. Oh and dont forget to have a margarita or two!
When traveling to Latin America, I think that a lot of research would have to be done (but that should also be done with any other place you are traveling to). With Latin America, I would say that there would be several places that would be wonderful to travel to but there are also places that they should not enter at all. I think an example of this was shown in the book The House of the Spirits. But I also think that it would be a great experience. Latin America would be very different than living here in the United States. That is another reason why research should be done before hand. The people in Latin America take a strong part and role in their country and it would be interesting to see what they do and how they act. The best advice that I could give would be to do prior research before going, embrace the culture and history while there, and enjoy every aspect about the country.
ReplyDeleteThere are quite a few things that you should know before traveling to anywhere in Latin America. Sure there are specifics of each country, and the aspects of life vary as you cross borders, but there are a few things you should know regardless of where you go. There is more poverty than riches, but the people are happy nonetheless. They have been subjected to a lot over the years; so some have gone through revolutions, so the governments are not all the same. They are not all democracies, nor communist governments. Don’t make assumptions; make sure you study on the certain country you are going to. Many countries have indigenous backgrounds that still influence the way they live today. They may have their own languages or rituals, but you have to respect their ways for them to respect you. Culture is something sensitive that will change through countries, but the more you understand, the more you will enjoy your trip.
ReplyDeleteThere is a lot of history surrounding Latin America and if anyone was given a chance to visit such a historical area they should take it. Since the Incas were the first people of Latin America there is history left behind in specific areas of the country. If I were to tell a friend about Latin America I would let him or her know that when dealing with the people they are generous but there are also many areas of poverty that they should be aware of. Overall, I would tell them to enjoy themselves because Latin America is a beautiful place to visit with a lot of quality information that could be found.
ReplyDeleteLatin America is a very rich, cultural land that is proud of it's traditions and heritage. I would first like to tell my friend that yes it may sound beautiful, but when you see how the people live you will realize how poor and poverty stricken these people are. I would tell them that there are many places to visit. I would tell them to stay away from the water, but try and get out into the land. It is gorgeous in Latin America and something most people never get to endure. I would also tell them to compare and contrast how there style of living is to ours of the United States. And I am a huge fan of the Mayans so I think they should visit the ruins!
ReplyDeleteGo and enjoy the rich landscape of Latin America. It is full of history. Visit the Mayan Ruins and the beaches. Have a few drinks and enjoy the culture- the food, the dancing the siestas and the shopping. I hear the people can be bartered with. Learn the language of the people. Go to the Amazon and visit the rain forest to see the brightly colored birds and exotic animal. THE history of Latin America is rich and colorful. I warn that you be careful as well. The people are fighting over drugs and territories.
ReplyDeleteIf I were to give advice to my friend who is touring Latin America, I would tell him/her to set aside all assumptions, stereotypes, or preconceived notions that they have about Latin America as a whole. Latin America is full of history and because of this, Latin Americans demonstrate Nationalism. I would tell my friend to enjoy the land, people, culture, and to take time to visit places that illuminate Latin America such as the rain forests, the Mayan ruins, beaches, etc. I would tell my friend to take full advantage of the culture and learning experience because he/she will gain a better understanding of its history in order to ignore any stereotypes. I would tell my friend to attempt to converse with the locals, go out of his/her comfort zone, and experience as much as they can while being safe at the same time.
ReplyDeleteIf I were giving advice to a friend who was traveling to Latin America, I would tell them to embrace the culture. I have learned from this class that the people are very proud of where they come from and they are very strong people. The culture there is unlike the culture of the United States. Also, the land is quite diverse, I would encourage my friend to do a lot of traveling around the areas. They should do as much site seeing as possible. There are some dangerous areas of Latin America as talked about in House of Spirits but for vacationing purposes, they would stay away from them anyway. I would love to travel to Latin America and I would probably try and convince them to let me go with them.
ReplyDeleteWhile visiting Latin America, my greatest suggestion would be to seek out people who have a long lineage in their area and ask them to share with you their story. Much can be learned through site seeing and museum touring, but to hear individual accounts from the actual inhabitants is often the best way to gain knowledge. I would suggest seeing as much of the beautiful landscape as possible. I would be interested in learning about the customs and religion of the ancient inhabitants as well. Obviously, the cuisine would be an experience on its own! Though some countries in Latin America are relatively young officially, the area has so much history.
ReplyDeleteI would tell my friend that Latin America and its people have a strong sense of nationalism. They have a lot of products that are unique to the region. Also, as a result of their strong nationalism, a lot of Latin America is rich in culture. Many people have strived to maintain their culture and strong traditions. I would also tell them that their government has had a struggle building itself up due to many of the interventions and involvements by countries such as the United States. From a tourist’s standpoint, I would suggest to my friend to visit the Incan ruins since they are very well preserved. The Incan civilization holds amazing history of one of the earliest empires known and the battle the Incans and Spaniards underwent. The Incan ruins provide the story of the initial shaping of Latin America into what it is today.
ReplyDeleteI would tell a friend to learn the culture, learn some language, and learn the ways of the people to get the most out of the experience. I feel that interaction would be key to an enjoyable trip. I would tell them to try some different foods, and enjoy the many historical sites that it has to offer. Enjoy the beaches, see the ruins, go to the rainforest and try some activities such as snorkeling. Get some first hand accounts on how everyday life is, and compare it to that of the United States. Learn some cultural differences such as television and what is done in leisure time. I would try as many things as I could in my time there. I would try to take in a baseball game. It would be an extremely enjoyable experience if done with a plan.
ReplyDeleteIf my friend was going to visit one of the many beautiful countries in Latin America, I would tell her to look up the history of that country and while there, look how far they have come. Many of the countries in Latin America have a rich culture with an interesting history that many people who visit probably do not know about. I would also tell them to experience things outside of the main city they are visiting. Some of the most interesting and culture enriched areas are off the grid from more populated areas. Experiencing the culture of country would be more entertaining then seeing the country itself.
ReplyDeleteIf I had a friend that was going on a tour to Latin America, I would first tell them to do research about the places that they were traveling to. There is so much history in a lot of Latin America and so much knowledge and experience to be gained. I would also encourage them to keep an open mind as much as possible and rid themselves of any stereotypes that they already have. Remember that they live a different life than us but they are content and happy with what they have and that would be a good influence on most of us. I would also tell them to go sight seeing and visit a lot of the beautiful and historic places of Latin America. Lastly, I would suggest that they bring a camera so that I could experience Latin America after they have returned.
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