Bolivia Doubles Diesel Price for Big Users, Keeps Subsidy for Drivers
Bolivia diesel price doubles to Bs 18 a litre for large consumers under Decree 5676, while drivers and families keep...
August 17, 2026Section
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Colima Safety 2026: State Leads, City Rate Falls
Colima state has Mexico's highest homicide rate, but the city area's rate has more than halved since 2022. What that...
August 17, 2026
Brazil: Belo Horizonte Concerts This Week, From Wagner to Star Wars
This week's Belo Horizonte concerts: a free chamber recital on Tuesday and a Wagner and Star Wars symphony gala on...
August 17, 2026
Mexico City Weekend: Rosalia, Free Markets and More Plans to Enjoy CDMX
Your Mexico City weekend guide for 22-23 August 2026: Rosalia's Lux Tour, a free Korean festival, the San Angel bazaar,...
August 17, 2026
Where to Stay in Salvador: A Neighbourhood Guide to Pousadas
A neighbourhood guide to pousada options in Salvador, from R$80 a night near Pelourinho to boutique conversions in Santo Antonio.
August 17, 2026
Buenos Aires Salaries Rank Low as Rents Outpace Wages
Deutsche Bank's 2026 price report puts Buenos Aires 59th of 69 cities on net salary, with disposable income after rent...
August 17, 2026
Panama vs Ecuador for Expats in 2026: Costs, Safety, Visas, Taxes
Panama vs Ecuador in 2026: Ecuador is cheaper and scores higher on healthcare, but it is more violent and taxes...
August 17, 2026
Moving to Brazil From the UK: 2026 Visa and Residency Guide
What Britons need in 2026 to move to Brazil: the 90-day visa-free rule, long-stay thresholds, CPF, driving licences and the...
August 17, 2026
Panama Extends Cuban Transit Visa to 2029
Panama has extended the transit visa requirement for Cuban citizens to 30 June 2029 by executive decree, and papers are...
August 17, 2026
Villa de Leyva Kite Festival: Colombia’s Windy Weekend of Kites and Solidarity
The Villa de Leyva kite festival flies 14-17 August 2026 over Colombia's grandest colonial plaza, free to attend, with Guatemalan...
August 17, 2026
World Press Photo Lands in Havana: A Free Waterfront Show in Cuba
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August 17, 2026
Buenos Aires Architecture Biennial 2026: Free Shows and Talks All October
The Buenos Aires Architecture Biennial 2026 runs free all October, with the HABITAR show at Bellas Artes and talks from...
August 17, 2026
The 5 Oldest Forests on the Planet You Can Still Visit
A guide to five of the oldest forests you can still visit, from Australia's Daintree to Chile's alerce trees, with...
August 17, 2026
Atibaia Flower Festival Near São Paulo, Brazil: A Day Trip for Flowers and Japanese Culture
The Atibaia Flower Festival, 4-27 September 2026 near São Paulo, is an easy day trip for flowers and Japanese culture....
August 17, 2026
From Rembrandt to Video Games: Major São Paulo Exhibitions
A newcomer's guide to the major São Paulo exhibitions on now, from free Rembrandt prints to MASP and video-game art,...
August 17, 2026
5 Unforgettable Things to Do in Yucatán, Mexico
The five best things to do in Yucatán, Mexico, with real 2026 prices in pesos and US$, how to get...
August 17, 2026
Masaya Volcano in Nicaragua: Drive Right Up to a Famous Lava Lake
Masaya Volcano lets you drive right to the rim of an active crater in Nicaragua. Get 2026 fees, hours, the...
August 17, 2026
Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) Day: Where to Eat the Best in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Cheese Bread Day is Monday, 17 August 2026. Here is where Belo Horizonte chefs say to eat the best pão...
August 17, 2026
The Best New São Paulo Restaurants to Try Right Now
A newcomer's guide to the best new São Paulo restaurants that opened in the past year, with neighborhoods, chefs and...
August 17, 2026
Sierpe to Drake Bay: The Boat Ride to Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula and Corcovado
The boat from Sierpe to Drake Bay is Costa Rica's classic gateway to Corcovado. Get the schedules, US$ fares, booking...
August 17, 2026