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The Americas The Americas Explore the wilds of the Americas Latin America is a wild continent to travel, and discovery is all part of the journey. Deserts and snow-crested mountains, serene coastlines and violent volcanic vistas combine to make Latin America one of the most biologicallydiverse regions of the world. The Amazon rainforests alone contain a third of all the plant and animal species found on earth. Whether you're the urbanite looking for the café culture of Brazil, or the adventure-seeker plunging deep into the jungles of Ecuador, there are communities and ecosystems throughout Latin America that could benefit from your time. Insider information Homestays in Latin America not only give you a welcome smile at the end of the day, but also have an impact on the local culture. Alix Shand, Bolivian In-country Co-ordinator, says: I've been working with my homestay families for around five years, so their kids are growing up with the flow of volunteers coming through the house, and the families are growing and developing because of the contact that they get with people from abroad, and they love having you in their house, all of them really enjoy it. The more you put into your host family and project, the more you get out of it. You're also adding to the general culture of those families. Do you want: > Culture: Guatemala has the purest Mayan culture in Latin America. > Wildlife and wilderness: Lose yourself in lush jungles of Ecuador; care for endangered animals or replenish the Amazon forest. > Passion: Brazil gives you a full dose of sun, art, music, beaches, capoeira and carnival. > To follow in the footsteps of Che Guevara: After your project, a trip out to the Bolivian Oriente gives you a chance to delve behind the icon that bombards you from every quarter in Latin America. These are only a sample of where i-to-i can take you in Latin America. Read the following pages and visit www.i-to-i.com for in-depth info about projects and accommodation. 16 All prices and information correct at the time of going to print, please call 0870 333 2332 or visit www.i-to-i.com for latest details.