The musical wizardry which permeated Ojos De Brujos’ last two albums was as refreshing as it was remarkable. ‘Bari’ (2002) and ‘Techari’ (2006) were both saturated with enough exotically intoxicating ideas to satisfy even the most demanding fusion junkie. ‘Memorias Peridias’, one of the standout tracks on ‘Bari’, still sweeps us of our feet every time we hear it. The latest album delivers more of that eclectic and vibrant mix. Expect flamenco, Catalan rumba (the Barcelona Gypsy version of Afro-Cuban dance music), hip-hop, tango, salsa, scratching, and more all fired up with the passion and spirit which is Ojos de Brujo. Aocana shows them further exploring those Cuban connections and also the Gypsy flamenco link back to India. Irresistible.
If you never heard of this band and your looking for something fresh and new, check them out.
This rainforest lodge has over 500 Hectares of virgin tropical rainforest with an incredible variety of fauna and flora. 350 different species of birds have been counted, amongst them the Great Green Macaw. It is the perfect place for passionate bird-watchers and rainforest lovers. The lodge is seeking a volunteer to find new species of birds and update the bird list. 
Many of you will be aware of the issue of so called ‘Blood Diamonds,’ partly due to Leonardo DeCaprio’s fine film. These are stones that were mined in a conflict zone and sold in order to fund a war or an insurgency or to support a warlord’s activities. Few people would like to think that the diamond they wear on their finger as a token of love has actually helped to fund the atrocities of wars that we hear about every day in the international news. 
The main goal of this project is to identify and monitor ecological, epidemiological and genetics aspects of the regional jaguar population, and develop strategies for the management and conservation of the species. Interns have the opportunity to participate in all aspects of data collection including: monitoring through radio telemetry; setting and checking camera traps; and collecting scats with scat detector dogs. Interns are expected to treat all data-collecting activities with responsibility and seriousness.
Rejecting straightforward chronology, Eduardo Galeano traces Latin America’s exploitation and impoverishment through the history of its principal commodities. Over five centuries, he explores the minerals and crops which have made a rich region poor, while building the fortunes of US and European transnational’s. From the gold and silver sought by the Spanish conquistadores to the oil and copper extracted by present day foreign corporations, Galeano presents a disturbing and fascinating picture of economic injustice.
The Spanish School “Spanish in Bariloche” is offering all accredited participants of Volunteer Latin America a 15% discount on Spanish classes, all year round. 
Many people choose to learn Spanish in Latin America because of the wide range of incredible locations in which to learn the language. Students can choose a beach location like Montanita in Ecuador, or a very historic town like Cusco, high up in the Andean Mountains of Peru. Whether you want to explore archaeological sites, experience indigenous culture, observe wildlife, or simply laze on unspoilt beaches, Latin America provides all the ingredients for the perfect learning experience.
Who is the greatest swimmer of all time? Michael Phelps? Mark Spitz? If gold medals are your barometer, then maybe, but I’d like to see either of them drink two bottles of wine a day and still swim the length of the Amazon river. This feat is attempted by Martin Strel, an endurance swimmer from Slovenia, who swims rivers – the Mississippi, the Danube, and the Yangtze to date – to highlight pollution in the world. In his fifties and rather overweight, his treacherous journey brings him face to face with many obstacles, including water predators, rapids, and toxic pollution. Spearheading the expedition is Strel’s son and manager, who also becomes the film’s narrator. As the days go by, Strel’s physical fortitude is strained, along with his relationship with his son and his grip on reality. Part world-class sporting event, part circus sideshow, the film follows the colourful characters 3,375 miles over 66 days on history’s longest, most perilous swim. Director John Maringouin explicitly understands the many dimensions of Strel’s journey and crafts an almost-expressionistic portrait of the event. Utilizing breathtaking and intimate cinematography, he captures the journey along the Amazon and into the heart of Strel’s darkness. Big River Man is a psychological thrill ride that works as both a humorous character study and an enlightening environmental message; it has to be seen to be believed.