Travel News
Here are a few aspects of traveling to and around Paraguay that have changed since the publication of my guidebook Paraguay (Other...
It’s harp time! – It’s time for the harp!
The World Harp Festival is taking place this week in Asunción. The festival will span from Thursday the 19th to Saturday...
Cold in Guarani
There's nothing like drinking something nice cold beverage on a hot day, right? Ahhhhhhhh. Water, tereré, juice, beer, whatever your hydration of...
The Power of “Pruning”
Every winter Paraguayans prune the trees in their yards and sidewalks until they are mere trunks with stumpy limbs, nary...
Happy Independence Days, Paraguay!
2010 marks Paraguay´s 199th year as an independent nation. May 14th and 15th are celebrated as Independence Day / s in...
Fried Delights
The popular Fiesta de San Juan, a patron saint festival celebrated throughout Paraguay, takes place on June 23rd. The Fiesta de...
One Last Birding Trip
Looking for a good present for nature-loving friends in Paraguay? Consider treating them to a birding trip! For their last birding trip...
Good bye Carnaval
Paraguay is a heavily Catholic country with a population that loves to party. This combination of traits is on display...
Victoria de Boquerón
Today, September 29th, is the anniversary of the “Victoria de la Batalla de Boquerón,” celebrating a hard-won Chaco War battle....
