[Gaviotas] Visit?

[billc at greenbuilder.com]

Emily and Andrés,

The short answer from Gaviotas is "no".

They typically cite security concerns with having 
what would likely be a continuous stream of what 
would be perceived as "rich norte americanos" 
visiting them in an area which is rife with 
military and paramilitary groups.  They don't 
want to draw that kind of attention to their 
peaceful village.  Plus, they're not really set 
up for tourism.

There have been a few organized visits (at least 
one of our list members has been there) but they 
are few and far between - and expensive.

Take a look back through the list archives for 
more details.  The question comes up frequently.

At 11:24 AM -0700 1/13/09, Emily Elmore wrote:
>Hello, I am new to the listserve,
>but just wanted to know real quick if people can come to visit your
>community? If so, for
>how long?
>
>Thank you!
>


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Bill Christensen
billc at greenbuilder.com

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