The Metal March
This Saturday Paraguay´s metalhead community held a march through downtown Asuncion. Yes, you read that correctly, the metalhead community. The...
The Pilgrimage to Caacupé
In Paraguay December 8th is celebrated as the day of the Virgin of Caacupé. It is one of the most important...
Scenes from a Paraguayan Cemetery
During the first days of November Paraguayan cemeteries come to life (not literally, although the 2nd Annual Asunción Zombie Walk would suggest...
Things To Know About Survival Gear
Survival gear can help ensure your survival in the wild, whether you plan to go camping or just for a...
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Don't Leave Home Without (reading) Them - AC's Top Travel Writers
While shoveling-out the driveway for the third time in the...
My Momma Made Me Sneeze: An Adventure with 3 Old Ladies and 10 Bars
I want to tell you about my vacation. In the military, we don't really get vacation. It's called "leave," and...
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...
Chipa anytime, anywhere – Chipa anytime
Chipa is consumed throughout the day in Paraguay (if you are unfamiliar with chipa listen to my interview on KCRW´s Good...
My Adventures in Gulf Hagas, the Grand Canyon of Maine
The Gulf Hagas was a hike that my mother and I were very excited about. There are many different waterfalls...
Three Kings Day
The 6th of January is Día de los Reyes Magos, the Christian celebration of the Epiphany also known in English...