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<title>A Piece of Cake</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Real estate is a business which is profitable most of the times since prices for land usually go upwards. This trend had not been seen since past many years in Bolivia but finally the rule just got better of the exception and prices nearly doubled in a short time. Click onto this page to watch a video regarding this development and other&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;santa cruz&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;real estate&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Rent for Free in La Paz </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Do you know that there are properties in La Paz that can be rented for free Yes, it's for free in effect, but there are conditions that have to be met. The general rule is to pay the landlord by at least a year's worth of rent (multiplied by a factor of three or four) so that he/she can invest it meaningfully. After that, the landlord will return&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;rentals&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;anticretico&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>In Need of Short-Tern Apartments</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Do you have or do you know any furnished apartments in La Paz that are available for short-term use like, say, around 2 months Somebody is in need of your help. Some expats here in La Paz are looking for these kind apartments and they are wondering how much they cost and where specifically they are. If you have something to tell, then do visit&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;short term rentals&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;la paz&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Volunteers Needed </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Volunteer opportunities here in Bolivia do not keep on running out. There are plenty of opportunities for you to help your fellow human beings while enjoying the sights here in Bolivia. One such project that needs a lot of volunteers is this education programmed for those who are physically and mentally challenged local residents. When you&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;volunteers&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;special needs project&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Be a Orphanage Volunteer </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Having a vacation in another country is fun not only because of the beaches and other tourist attractions, but it may also be a way for you to help others that are in need. Volunteers are really needed in the Sucre Orphanage here in Bolivia to organize recreational activities for children, as well as to attend to these children's basic needs. Your&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;volunteers&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;orphanage&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>To Tarija</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Bolivia is one of South America's lesser known countries. It is not surprising that its capital, La Paz, is not well known among expat circles, let alone a smaller city like Tarija. But that's why we are here in the Bolivia Expat and Travel Blog, to give you links to site that we think will widen your knowledge about the nation. Here's one article&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;tarija&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;tourist attractions&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Find a House in Santa Cruz Here in Property World</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Finding a new home can be really stressful, as you will naturally want to find something that is worth the money you will have to pay. The best way, I believe, is to manually scout, but that is just not possible everyday--hence the Internet. If you are looking in the Net for a suitable property in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, then here's one&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;real estate&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;santa cruz&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Eco Lodges in Bolivia</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: After a long nature adventure, you'll feel tired and you will want to settle down and take a rest. Being one with nature does not stop in the adventure. It's also possible while taking a rest. That is possible here in Bolivia, thanks to these Eco Lodges sprawling all over. Link: Bolivia Eco-tourism, Eco Resorts, Eco Hotels, and Eco Lodges, South&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;ecotourism&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;adventure travel&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Sustainable Tourism Development</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: It's a good thing that governments all over the world are now realizing how valuable their environments are to their development and how they should not destroy this even with the rapid industrialization occurring all over. Countries like Bolivia are now finding ways to push sustainable development. For instance, Bolivia has an ongoing project&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;ecotourism&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;sustainable tourism&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Where should I start </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: When I have some free time to spare, I just start wondering where to go roaming but cant think of much places where I could really enjoy. Well I wont tell the name of my city lest you get a bad impression but my point is that there are places where if you want to go out, you would literally have to decide where to go first and Bolivia is certainly&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;santa cruz&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;eastern bolivia&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>What Can I Do in Bolivia </title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: There are a lot of places to go to and a lot of activities to do here in Bolivia. You may do the usual sightseeing and exploring of ruins, or go biking in one of the world's most dangerous roads. You won't run out of activities to do here in Bolivia, as long as you know where to go. That's why I present to you Travel Bolivia, an online guide that&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;tourist attractions&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;things to do&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>The Imperial Village</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Named &quot;The Imperial Village&quot;, the city of Potosi is not like any other city in Bolivia. The city is well known because of its Baroque architecture, and its unique combination of churches, monasteries, temples, and mansions. To help you with your trip to Potosi, here's an online guide courtesy of Enjoy Bolivia, giving you information on Potosi's&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;potosi&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;the imperial village&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Welcome to La Paz</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: La Paz is the world's highest capital city, set up more than 3000 kilometers above city. With such elevation, La Paz has turned to develop its culture of its own. But the Spanish came, so we now have a unique mix of Spanish and Bolivian influences. La Paz may be not that famous compared to its neighboring capital cities, but it's definitely worth&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;tourist attractions&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;la paz&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>No Retirement</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: It's fun to make up every little detail of your retirement, right From the apartment you'll be staying to the organizations you'll be joining to have the last years of your life as meaningful a possible. Sadly, not every aging individual can enjoy retirement. Some of these people still have to work very hard even when they are already old. It is&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;retirement&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Unspoiled Bolivia</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Thank Goodness there are still places in the world that are beautiful, cheap, and do not have much tourists in it. It isn't impossible these days, after all. I am talking about Bolivia. Yes, this elevated wonderland is still an unspoiled paradise waiting for you to appreciate. Better hurry up and take a visit now before the tourists flock here. &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;retirement&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;faq&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Working In La Paz</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: La Paz, being the administrative capital of Bolivia is simply one of the busiest cities in the country. There are a lot of industries going on in this city and opportunities for work are higher against other cities. Bolivia specifically expertise in the oil and petroleum industries and other related stuffs. Want a work in La Paz Link: Working&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;living in bolivia&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;la paz&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>To be Native or Not</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: IN the age of globalization, everybody has to adapt some single language if they still want to be competitive. IN most parts of the world, that language would be English. IN Latin America, however, it's more Spanish. Unfortunately, this has also resulted to the speedy extinction of our native languages, which is inherently part of our culture. SO&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;native languages&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;news&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>The Highest Synagogue</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: When I say highest, I do not mean the highest ranking, highest in power, highest monetary value, no I mean literally the HIGHEST. The Circulo Israelita de Bolivia is located at an altitude of over 12,000 feet in Bolivia. It is a functioning synagogue where Shabbo classes are routinely held. This is an interesting fact but the community that&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;synagogue&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;jewish&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Featured member - Hurtado</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Want to know about people who are tech-savvy, well placed in their society and also have a passion for the internet. Well here is a place and this particular page lists a featured member who is a father of 3 gals, having a CFO position and likes sports, books and movies for a start. Well this isnt a dating site but a clean information site for a&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;tech savvy&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Bolivia Eldersburg Real Estate</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Living and retiring in Bolivia are two of the best move that you will do in your entire life. Both things will give you the cheaper but high quality life as compared to other high end countries. Bolivia's location is simply one of the best assets. It is bounded to even more great countries, making it a port to the rest of the world. Link:&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;living in bolivia&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;retirement&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Biking on Top of the World</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: With the high altitude Bolivia is located in, it is not surprising that there are a lot of mountains that can be found here. It is also not surprising that sports like mountain biking are well known here. It's a dream for anyone who gives off a lot of adrenaline For starters, you may want to try this Cumbre-Coroico 1-day trail. It's perfect for&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;mountain biking&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;altitude&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>On Top of the World</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: It isn't only Ecuador that is famous for its tall mountains. Bolivia is, too, and why not Its capital, La Paz, is the highest capital city in the world. To explore the Bolivian highlands, I suggest you book yourself in this 19-day trip to the Cordillera Real Bolivia, where land meets the skies. You may visit their website to see their day-by-day&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;mountain climbing&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;la paz&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Human Rights Law Reforms</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Aside from economic reforms, one key factor to a nation's development is a reform on the laws pertaining to the welfare of its citizens like its human rights and immigration laws. The government of Bolivia recognizes this, which is why they are putting a thrust on this aspect of their laws. Read more about here it the website of the University of&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;law&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;judicial reform&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Bolivian Cooking</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Hey It's been a long time since I have posted here many many Bolivian recipes, right Well, guess what I won't be posting more recipes here. May be not now. haha. What I will do is to post this online guide in Bolivian cuisine. This website will give you a general overview about the cuisine that is Bolivian, including its history, etc. There are&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;recipes&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;bolivian cuisine&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Birding in Bolivia</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: If you have seen the birds of Costa Rica and Brazil, you should also see the birds here in Bolivia, as many of them can be found only here. To do so, enroll yourself in one of these birding tours from Bolivia Contact. This particular webpage shows you to the Central and Western Bolivia tour of the abovementioned website. Link: Bird Watching in&lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;bird watching&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;western bolivia&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>General Info</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: Before venturing to a place that is probably obscure to you like Bolivia, it is best to gather some general information regarding this nation. Thanks to Adventure Expedition for giving us these info bits. Link: About Bolivia nine depatments &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;adventure travel&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;faq&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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<title>Luxury and Nature</title>
<description>Posted by Website Introductions: If what you want is a hotel that will give you all the manly luxury while still connecting you with Mother Nature, then Hotel Magdalena is the place you are looking for. Where's my proof, you ask Here's my proof. Check out their website for more details. Link: Hotel Internacional &lt;br&gt;Tags: &lt;b&gt;hotels&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;hotel magdalena&lt;/b&gt;. Comments: 0.</description>
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