Venezuela Although Venezuala is a hot button for controversy, thanks to the country's president, it's still a heck of a place to raise fish. If you're looking for the elusive grand slam-catching three species in one day-you may want to table your politics for a few days. Strong currents converge offshore attracting a variety of species, including blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, dorado, wahoo, and swordfish. If you want to all but guarentee your success, hire Captain Bubba Carter and his 54-foot custom sportfisherman ( www.sportingtraditions.com). He's recently returned and is one the area's experts in fishing the La Guaira Bank.