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Belize, Central America - Travel Tourism and Vacation Information for Visitors  You are here: About > Travel > Mexico / Central America for Visitors > Belize, Central America Travel Go Mexico Essentials Packing List for Travelers to Mexico Health Information Mexico / C. America Safety Considerations Travel Books Mexico and Central America Tourism Offices Mexico/ Central America Articles & Resources Mexico Mexico City Acapulco, Mexico Cancun Yucatan Baja Los Cabos Puerto Vallarta Other Places Photos of Mexico Belize, Central America Costa Rica El Salvador Guatemala Honduras Nicaragua Panama Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Mexico / Central America for Visitors newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Mexico / Central America for Visitors > Belize, Central America Belize, Central America, Travel Tourism and Vacation Information A selection of online travel related resources to the country of Belize, Central America, with information on accommodations, attractions, history, culture, geography and more. Belize travel tourism vacation information for visitors. Articles & Resources Sort By : Guide Picks | Alphabetical | Recent Belize, Central America Among other attractions, Belize offers visitors the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, tropical islands with pristine beaches and lush foliage, many historical Maya archeological sites and some truly exotic wildlife. Find out more here. Belize - A Virtual Tour If you are looking for an "off the beaten track" vacation, Belize may be the place to go. Visit this site and take a virtual tour of Belize - the small Central American country with the longest barrier reef in the Northern Hemisphere. Belize - Planeta.com, Eco Travels Get information and read articles about ecotourism in Belize. Enjoy this country's flora, jungles, reefs, wildlife and more. Belize Fact Book Get some basic factual background, data and maps on the country of Belize. The information on this site was compiled by the Central Intelligence Agency. Belize Online A well designed and organized site for prospective visitors to Belize. The site has information on where to stay, Belize culture, ancient treasures and natural assets. Belize Tourism Board This is the official site of the Belize Tourism Board. Find maps, search for accommodations and get information on the history, culture and geography of Belize, as well as suggested sightseeing attractions. Magnum - Belize Tours This tour operator's site has information on more than 45 personally-selected and inspected resort properties in Belize. The site also has guides to the top attractions in Belize and offers tips on shopping and outdoor adventures. Maps of Belize Find several detailed political, topographical and road maps of Belize. This site also has maps for cities and districts.        Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About New Video iPod - Review POLL: Must-Have Gadgets VIDEO: Portable Gaming VIDEO: Choosing a TV Hugh Hefner's Life What's Hot Buying Real Estate in Mexico Puerto Vallarta Cozumel, Mexico Whale Watching Fishing In Mexico Headlines Top 6 Travel Books for Mexico and Central America There are many travel guidebooks devoted to Mexico and to... Health Information for Visitors to Mexico and Central America This article provides a summary of the more important health... Safety Considerations for Travelers to Mexico and Central America Travel to Mexico and Central America is not significantly less... Acapulco, Mexico Once a favorite destination of honeymooners, celebrities and the...

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Travel: Argentina Travel Notes -- Argentina Cities Round The World Flights - Free TravelNotes e-mail Travel Notes : Latin America : Argentina @ Travel Notes : Argentina Cities -- Booking Engine Vacation Finder Latin America @ Travel Notes Argentina Belize Bolivia Brazil Caribbean Chile Colombia Costa Rica Ecuador El Salvador Falklands Fr. Guiana Guatemala Guyana Honduras Mexico Nicaragua Panama Paraguay Peru Sth. Georgia Suriname Uruguay Venezuela Major Cities in Argentina Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina and in the summer it seems that every one leaves the city for the cool hill country of Crdoba or the beaches of Mar del Plata. In the winter, Bariloche becomes the popular destination for skiers . Bahia Blanca Bahia Blanca : The english section was still under construction when we looked at it, but there's plenty of information in Spanish. Bariloche San Carlos de Bariloche is on the southern shore of Lake Nahuel Huap, in western Argentina. If you feel like you're in an Alpine town, it's probably because Austrians and Germans settled here around 1895. Bariloche attracts skiers in the winter and hikers in the summer. Boating and fishing are also popular on the lake. You'll also arrive here if you're travelling to or from Puerto Mont in Chile . Ansa International Rent a Car : AI Rent a Car in Bariloche, with over twenty five years experience of renting cars locally and regionally. There are also branch offices around Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. Bariloche Accommodation : Where to stay in Bariloche. Bariloche Guide : Directory of information relating to Bariloche, with links to local websites. Nahuel Huapi : Directory devoted to Bariloche and the visitor who can read Spanish. Buenos Aires The capital of Argentina , founded in 1580, is situated inland from the Atlantic Ocean; on the western bank of the Ro de la Plata. The Plaza de Mayo , close to the waterfront, is where the city began, and it has expanded in ever-widening semi-circles. The Avenida de Mayo runs west from the Plaza de Mayo to the National Congress. To the north of Avenida de Mayo are the more wealthier suburbs, while the colourful La Boca neighbourhood of working class families and descendants of Italian emigrants lies to its south. Argentines like their meat and tend to dine out late. It's not uncommon to be the only guest in a restaurant before nine in the evening. Buenos Aires Accommodation : Where to stay in Buenos Aires. Buenos Aires Directory : Buenos Aires listings for restaurants, bars and pubs, bingos and casinos, discotheques, markets, art galleries, places to visit and Tango houses. Metropolitano : Schedules and fares for the Metropolitano network. Official Buenos Aires : Only in Spanish. Tandilnet : Tandil is located in the southeast of Buenos Aires province, about 360 km away from the city of Buenos Aires. This local directory of information and links is available in English and Spanish. Cordoba Founded on the Ro Primero, in central Argentina, by the Spaniard Jernimo Luis de Cabrera in 1573, Crdoba became one of the major centres of learning in South America. The Jesuits founded the National University of Crdoba in 1613. The city is also home to an astronomical observatory and the National Meteorological Institute. The beautiful hill country surrounding Crdoba makes it a popular summer escape from the heat of Buenos Aires. Crdoba : Crdoba portal, in Spanish. Mar del Plata The most popular seaside resort in Argentina is at Cape Corrientes on the Atlantic Ocean. Midsummer is January and February, and the beaches are packed with people from Buenos Aires -- standing room only. Mar del Plata : Mar del Plata has excellent road and rail links with most of Argentina. The majority of people come to Mar del Plata for the beaches; General Pueyrredon district's 47 km coastline contains a huge variety to choose from. Mendoza Mendoza Tour : Things to do and places to stay around Mendoza -- for readers of Spanish. Rosario Rosario is the second most important city in the Republic of Argentina. It is located in the south of the province of Santa Fe along the shores of the Paran river and is approximately 300kms northwest of the capital, Buenos Aires. Rosario : Basic information for visitors to Rosario. Salta Colonial architecture draws the tourists to Argentina's northwest . The cathedral and numerous churches, government buildings, and private mansions throughout the area reflect its Spanish colonial past. Salta's fiesta time is in September. SightseeingTours, Events and Attractions . Miscellaneous -- Online Reservations Maps & Travel Books : Stanfords is the UK's leading specialist retailer of maps and travel books. 1800-Hostels.com : Budget Accommodation in Latin America. Latin American Directory : Latin America links sorted by country and category. Send @ Postcard Unique images of travel destinations by Travel Notes. Travel Industry : Add Your Tours Add Your Property Latin American Spanish Phrasebook : Most guidebooks have a few words to help you get by but real travellers will need this companion. Learn Spanish . Mailing List Keep up with the latest news @ Travel Notes. Meta-Travel Forums : If you have a question, want to hang out with other travellers, tourists or the natives.... then join Travelnotes in the Meta-Travel forums and share in the global experience. Countries Weather Flights Cars Lodging Specials Contact Meta Flight Tickets : Save money on Round The World flight tickets. Travel News : Get the inside scoop with the latest travel features and tips. 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