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A tree house for adults continues… Sometimes, people need a vacation from their vacation, which is what the tree house in Nicaragua is designed to offer.
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A tree house for adults… Sometimes, people need a vacation from their vacation, which is what the tree house in Nicaragua is designed to offer. Today, we make our way to Granada and meet Fred, a fellow traveler and a forefather of the treehouse.
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Just because there are no bowling alleys in Granada, doesn't mean there isn't a bowling league. Met three expats who make do with what they have in Nicaragua.
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We are bouncing back from a tinge of homesickness, by making a new friend. His name is Yader Palacios, a Granada Nicaragua Native, who shares with us the importance of learning English.
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(aired 1/27/12)
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We are heading to Las Penitas, a small fishing village on the Western shores of Nicaragua. This journey through Central America has been absolutely amazing, but my head is getting a little weary as homesickness creeps in.
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Today we are touring the museum fo Nicaraguan Poet, Ruben Dario, in his childhood home and final rest place of Leon, Nicaragua. He was a leader in Modernism, Spanish literature, and journalism.
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We will be visiting one of the oldest churches in Central America, the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Lean. This church in Nicaragua has endured many difficulties, but continues to stand proud and majestic.
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(aired 1/06/12)
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Miraflor Continues Today, meet organic farmer, Marlon. He's working to preserve plants on the edge of extinction, while fullfilling his role in a self-sustaining community.
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(aired 12/29/11)
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Miraflor II. We continue to explore Miraflor this week. Today we'll stay with another Nicaraguan famly to experience more of the mountains and the local culture.
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(aired 12/23/11)
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Miraflor I. We're headed into the mountains of Nicaragua to Miraflor, a lucious, agriculturally minded, region where we'll be staying with a family and experiencing life as a local.
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(aired 12/16/11) |
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Cigars. The discovery of Nicaragua continues. Today, we'll learn more about one of their main exports with a tour of a cigar factory.
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(aired 12/09/11)
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Esteli. We are heading south this week into the mountain region of Nicaragua. We'll be taking a look at art. You won't find this collection in a museum, but in the colorful streets of Esteli.
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(aired 12/02/11) |
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Comayagua Part Two. There is so much to see and learn at the Museum of Anthropology in Comayagua, we're going to spend more time there learning about the Lencas, the ancient people of Honduras.
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(aired 11/25/11)
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Comayagua. We are headed this week to Comayagua, to the Museum of Anthropology, where we will discover more about the ancient people of Honduras, the Lencas.
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Gracias. There are many things in life to be grateful for. And that is exactly what one experiences in Gracias Honduras. We will be getting out into nature this week, and in through the garden gate for a homemade meal that is truly as honduran as it gets.
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(aired 11/04/11) |
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La Ezperanza- The Hope. Who could avoid such a city. which such a name, it is a must see on this Honduran itenerary. Join the journey this week as we take to the streets of La Ezperanza.
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(aired 10/28/11) |
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Santa Rosa Copan. We will be strolling through the central park of Santa Rosa Copan. Day or night, Dim or light, the streets and santuarys are Santa Rosa Copan will leave an impression.
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(aired 10/21/11) |
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Lake Yojoba-Pan American Health Service. This week, we are meeting an amazing family, one brother and two sisters, and a legacy that crosses boarders. With Honduran and American blood, this family has dedicated many generations to helped the malnurished children on this country. They are incredible people, doing incredible things.
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(aired 10/14/11) |
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San Pedro Sula. Last week we talked about baleatas, and this week, we will be talking about Montuca. not the food, but the well loved Honduran music group. Montuca Sound System. We will have a special conversation with the drummer, Eric, to see what the motivation is behind the music, and see Honduras through the eyes of Montuca.
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(aired 10/07/11) |
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Baleatas.... yes please! We are taking a look at the food on Central America, in particular, the national food of honduras, baleatas. from cooking to consuming, baleatas are considered by many hondurans to be Gods food..
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(aired 9/30/11) |
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The Girlfriend of Honduras... We are heading to another popular beach town, know as the girlfriend of Honduras, La Ceiba, were we will take a closer look at the Banana Republic...
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(aired 9/23/11) |
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The Garifunas. We are heading to a coastal town on the north shore of Honduras to be amoungst the Garifunas (pronounced 'gah-RIF-oo-na'), who have been discribed as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible ritage of Humanity in Honduras.
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(aired 9/16/11) |
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Beaches and Balconies... We are continuing to head south down the north coast, were we will slow down and relax on the beaches and balaconies of Tela.
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(aired 9/09/11) |
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Omoa. We are taking a look this week at one of the oldest towns in Honduras, a place called Omoa. From the 18th century Spanish Fort to view from the bay and mountains, Omoa is a place you will not soon forget..
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Copan continued... We continue exploring the Paris of the Mayan World, Copan Ruins in Honduras. We will discover more about Copan, its history and monumental relics that attract people from near and far.
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Paris of the Mayan World. Welcome to a two-part series of Copan ruins in Honduras. This week, we learn about the Paris of the Mayan World, primarily due to the abundance of intricate artist sculptures found. It looks and feels amazing.
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(aired 8/19/11) |
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Not a Burden, But a Blessing. There are people, in this world, who truly care, unconditionally, about others. This is true for the Fernandez family. This week, we are taking a special trip to an orphanage, where love is on the survival list.
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(aired 8/12/11) |
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Honduras 101. It has been said that men will hold the guns, but children will always hold the future… that is why, this week, two children will school us in a little Honduras 101.
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(aired 8/05/11) |
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The Sweet Life on the Rio Dulce. The english translation for Rio Dulce, is Sweet River. And indeed, the Rio Dulce in Guatemala, is sweet. So appealing is this area that traveler and sailors from near and far come to the calm waters off the Caribbean, to hang their hats.
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San Felipe. We are headed to the shores of the rio Dulce in Guatemala, for visit to the historical castle of San Felipe (fe-lee-pay), and the rough waters its endured over the centuries..
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(aired 7/22/11) |
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Trip to Tikal. We will continue to discover more about the ancient Mayan culture, with an unforgettable trip to one of the largest Mayan ruin, Tikal. we will be joined by an archaeologist to help us with the need to know facts about Tikal..
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Far from Jaded. There is a rich legacy of Mayan culture in Guatemala, and within the Mayan culture there is a rich legacy of jade. This week we will be touring a jade museum in Antigua, to discover more about this symbolic rock, and its connection to the ancient Mayan culture.
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(aired 7/01/11) |
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La Antigua. Antigua Guatemala is the home to an astonishing amount of cathedrals. Unfortunately, many of these sanctuaries are now ruins, due to the Santa Marta earthquake that devastated the city.
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(aired 6/24/11) |
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The Vibe of the Lake. There are places and people all around this world that leave a thumbprint on our lives. Lake Atitlan is one of those places, and so is Sarito. Join us this week as Sarito conveys the Vibe of the Lake.
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Diving into Ill-conceived Fear. Fear can be a crazy thing, ill-conceived and senseless. What better way to overcome it, than by diving into it? Gear up, and count down, for a high altitude diving experience in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala.
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(aired 6/10/11) |
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Just like Guevara. Today, we're climbing on the back of a motorcycle with Larry, a man who, just like Che Guevara, is on his own epic motorcycle adventure.
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(aired 6/03/11) |
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A Day on the Lake. This week, we base the adventure in Sta Cruz, at the Iguana Perdida. The day is filled with swimming in emerald waters, volcano views, and special people.
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(aired 5/27/11) |
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One Man's Castle. Eduardo, a husband, father, and engineer takes us through the corridors of his rustic Guatemalan home. We'll see new things, familiar things, and get a small taste of what makes this house, a home.
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(aired 5/20/11) |
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"Teach your children well…" Mandy Ortega is nothing less than passionate about anthropology, peace, and being the change she wants to see in the world.
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(aired 5/13/11) |
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"There is hope," says Andres.. We are stepping off the beaten path and wandering through Del Valle University in Guatemala City. We'll meet up with Andres, the Anthropology teacher that specializes in conflict resolution.
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(aired 5/5/11) |
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Malls and Mercados: Study of contrasts in Guatemala City- the Mercado with the modern mall. Yet, despite the differences, some things remain the same no matter where we wander.
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(aired 4/29/11) |
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Guate City: "The hardest part of traveling is to step outside your front door..." and today, Valarie Smith takes out the door and to Guate City.
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(aired 4/22/11) |
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Homes Departure: In this episode, Valarie says goodbye to family and friends, and begins a new journey.
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(aired 4/15/11) |
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