A short while ago the election of Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner elevated her to the presidency of Argentina. Despite the overwhelming result that swept the first elected woman into office following her husband’s term as president, the country remains at a political crossroads. The politics and economics and self-interest of Argentina are hedged between leftist president Hugo Chavez of Venezuela and George Bush. More evenly dispersed wealth and prosperity for Argentina does not have to be elusive. The country is rich in resources and there exists substantial demand for its goods. However, increased and more equal education seems indicated and overdue. A general pause by the country as a whole to assess the willingness to absorb the tradeoffs required to achieve a universal better state of living is more than overdue. Perhaps the new leader of Argentina will take that pause and ...

Amongst the Himalayan trekking peaks, Mera Peak is the highest of all. At the summit of Mera Peak , one can embrace the most outstanding and breathtaking views of the majestic towering Himalayan range. Mera peak trek offers comfortable trekking trail amid the spectacular natural vistas bypassing any chances of technical difficulty. Any physically fit individual can venture into this trek. September to December and from March to June are the most favorable months for trekking.   > TRIP FACTSTrip length: 22 Days Grade: Strenuous - Alpine grade: F Starts in: Kathmandu Ends in: Kathmandu Group size: Maximum 12 Accommodation: Hotel & camping Transportation: Flights & private car Maximum altitude: 6654m TESTIMONIALS"Everything was very good and fine, from the meeting and handling to the services of the supporting staff and meals and transportation. Our trek guide was very good. Overall, ...

Being situation along the Iberian Peninsula it also contains natural beauty in the form of a beach with stunning accommodation options. Barcelona is made up of many quarters, but there are four that would be of most interest to visitors to the city. Ciutat Vella is Barcelona's old town. Barcelona prides itself on the preservation of its old Gothic Center and it is a treat to visit this area. It contains the old Barri Gotic where you will find many medieval buildings. Here you will see Barcelona's famous maze of narrow streets and dark little alleys. The architecture of the buildings in this area typically dates to the 14th and 15th centuries. Here, you will also find the Cathedral which is considered Spain's most remarkable Gothic building. The fortress wall that surrounded and protected Barcelona has been preserved in the Barri Gotic. The ...