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12. I Expected to Find Some Anti-American Sentiment

Thu Sep 13, 2012, 11:03 AM

Sep 2012

but really didn't encounter any. On the contrary, people tended to be enthusiastic when they found out I was from the US, maybe in part because there are so few tourists. Even the Chavistas running the anti-recall booths on the street were eager to hand me material and tell me why Chavez should stay in office.

If you´re seriously thinking about going, I'd be glad to share some more pics and a travel itinerary. I'm on vacation, but if you PM or email me (address in Profile), I can send when I get back. IMO, Venezuela is different and very worth it.

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Why so few tourists go to Venezuela? (Spanish) [View all] Bacchus4.0 Sep 2012 OP

Not to worry. Hugo will probably move towards COLGATE4 Sep 2012 #1

only Paraguay has received fewer visitors in Spanish/Portuguese America Bacchus4.0 Sep 2012 #5

there are too many other places to go that are economical Bacchus4.0 Sep 2012 #2

Where are a Sandwich and Water Supposed to Cost $25? On the Road Sep 2012 #3

2004 was before the dual exchange rate that was instituted a couple of years ago n/t Bacchus4.0 Sep 2012 #4

You're Right, I Hadn't Known About the Dual Exchange Rate On the Road Sep 2012 #8

I would like to visit venezuela Roverticus Sep 2012 #6

How unsafe is it for a tourist? naaman fletcher Sep 2012 #7

If You've Traveled in Africa, On the Road Sep 2012 #9

I will say naaman fletcher Sep 2012 #10

I Expected to Find Some Anti-American Sentiment On the Road Sep 2012 #12

thanks naaman fletcher Sep 2012 #13

You'd probably be OK outside of Caracas but COLGATE4 Sep 2012 #11