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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nNext came a veterinary inspection by an airport staff member. She spoke only Spanish, which can be a hurdle if you don\u2019t speak it.<\/p>\n\n
A small issue arose when she tried to take Ibo\u2019s veterinary paperwork\u2014not just the certified translation, but the original documents as well. We refused outright. It took plenty of gestures and patience to make it clear we wouldn\u2019t hand over either the originals or the translations.<\/p>\n\n
Thankfully, Iva had been prudent and made copies of everything before we flew\u2014a tip we recommend to anyone traveling with a dog. In the end, the agent accepted the copies and we were cleared to enter Asunci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n\n
Airport Facilities<\/h4>\n\n
The airport covers the basics\u2014restaurants, small shops, car rental counters, and currency exchange. Wi\u2011Fi is available, with several open networks depending on which part of the terminal you\u2019re in.<\/p>\n\n
A nice bonus: there are grassy patches right outside the terminal where you can give your dog a quick break. They\u2019re not officially designated for this, but they did the job without any issues.<\/p>\n\n
Getting into the City<\/h4>\n\n
For the ride into central Asunci\u00f3n, we recommend using Uber. If you opt for regular taxis, keep two things in mind.<\/p>\n\n
First, the airport Wi\u2011Fi often doesn\u2019t reach the parking area where taxis wait, so without mobile data you may struggle to order a ride.<\/p>\n\n
Second, most taxis are small. With two months\u2019 worth of luggage and Ibo\u2019s crate, a single taxi couldn\u2019t fit it all. The driver called a colleague, and we ended up going into town in two cars.<\/p>\n\n
Cash and Currency<\/h4>\n\n
As always, carry some local currency\u2014the Paraguayan guaran\u00ed (PYG). There\u2019s a currency exchange at the airport. If all else fails, have some small-denomination US dollars, which are generally accepted.<\/p>\n\n
Overall Impression<\/h4>\n\n
We\u2019d call Asunci\u00f3n\u2019s airport average, functional, and free of unnecessary hassle. It covers the essentials, and arriving with a dog is manageable as long as your paperwork is in order\u2014ideally with copies on hand.<\/p>\n\n
Before you fly, check the current weather\u2014it can shape your first impression and even your transfer from the airport. Overall, it\u2019s a place where arriving with a dog can be done calmly and without major stress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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