New Highway from Santos, Brazil through Bolivia to Arica, Chile

Nations agree S American highway (BBC News): "The three leaders hailed the deal as a boost to trade The presidents of Brazil, Bolivia and Chile have agreed to build a highway by 2009 that will link the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of South America. "

Adding to and upgrading the already paved sections of roads in the three countries, the new highway "will be some 4,700km (2,900 miles) long when finished, running from the port of Santos (near São Paulo) on Brazil's Atlantic coast, through Bolivia and on to Chile's Pacific ports of Iquique and Arica."

Perhaps your future travel around South America will be based on this highway. Start planning your trip now. Buen viaje!