Category: South America

18 of the best countries to visit in 2018

18 of the best countries to visit in 2018

By on Jan 01, 2018 in Africa, Antarctic, Arctic, Asia, Belize, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Central America, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Europe, Faroe Islands, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Poland, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Spain, Sri Lanka, Western Europe

Travel and tourism is one industry that has continued to thrive in recent years, consistently out-performing the global economy, and 2018 looks to be no exception. We spoke to a number of experts in the industry to find out their opinions on the countries to visit in the year ahead. And so here are 18 […]

5 unforgettable Galapagos experiences

5 unforgettable Galapagos experiences

By on Dec 26, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

The Galapagos Islands are famed for having one of the highest rates of endemism in the world, and some of the planet’s most unusual and avidly studied life. An incredible 97% of all reptiles and land mammals, and 80% of land birds that you will see on the islands are found nowhere else on earth, […]

Bisate Lodge

7 luxurious stays to make a difference this Christmas

By on Dec 21, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Europe, Kenya, New York, North America, Regions, Rwanda, South America, Sweden, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Sometimes when we travel, it’s easy to forget about the world around us and the communities we impact along the way. Although we love ultra-luxe villas, powder white sands and first class-service, we love it even more when we find resorts that give a little something extra back – not just to us but to […]

Want to whale watch? Try the Ecuadorian coast!

Want to whale watch? Try the Ecuadorian coast!

By on Dec 17, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Ecuador, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

The shore that runs some 530 miles to define Ecuador’s Pacific coastline offers pristine beaches, vibrant surfing towns, traditional fishing villages, tepid seawater, exotic wildlife, archeological sites and a supremely bio-diverse abundance of flora and fauna. And every year, from May through September, this Ecuadorian region receives some very special visitors: humpback whales. Following a […]

The 8 best luxury hotels in Cusco

The 8 best luxury hotels in Cusco

By on Dec 11, 2017 in Accommodation, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America

Offering culture, history, world class cuisine and a spectacular array of landscapes, Peru is a country on many travel wish lists. If you are considering visiting this magical part of the world, it is likely that you will stop by the city of Cusco, known by the Incas as the ‘Naval of the World’. This […]

Luxury and adventure at the foot of the Andes

Luxury and adventure at the foot of the Andes

By on Nov 16, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

A trip to South America’s Andes is undoubtedly a challenging adventure. This mountain range that crosses the continent is the longest on Earth, with its vastness matched only by the enigmatic and imposing beauty of its landscapes. Its crystal-clear lakes, snow-capped peaks, endless deserts, lush forests, breathtaking highlands, awe-inspiring glaciers, small indigenous communities and colorful […]

5 animals you would never expect to see in the Galapagos Islands

5 animals you would never expect to see in the Galapagos Islands

By on Nov 13, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Ecuador, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Become encompassed in the world-famous living laboratory of the Galapagos Islands, among the feathered nests of blue-footed boobies and trolling feet of the giant Galapagos tortoise, and along the way you will doubtlessly come across animals that, although they don’t have such big names, are just as spectacular. When Charles Darwin visited the Galapagos in […]

Walls at El Brujo

5 great reasons to visit northern Peru

By on Nov 07, 2017 in Peru, Regions, South America

Northern Peru has been neglected by Western visitors for years, often overlooked for the more developed south, and the lure of Machu Picchu. But the times they are a-changin’, and Peru’s little-known north is rapidly becoming one of South America’s up-and-coming destinations. Some of Audley’s Peru specialists recently took a trip to the region, and […]

5 of South America’s most romantic spots

5 of South America’s most romantic spots

By on Oct 18, 2017 in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Honeymoons, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

For those in search of a romantic experience that’s different from what’s found in a typical vacation package, South America offers some of the most amorous destinations in the world. These getaway havens not only mean dinners by candlelight, long dreamy-eyed walks on the beach, and accommodations with all the creature comforts, they stand apart for […]

Lima's top attractions

Lima’s top attractions

By on Oct 13, 2017 in Attractions, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

Year in and year out, travelers are astounded by Lima’s culture and cuisine. It’s often the first stop for international travelers, who then continue on to Cusco and the Sacred Valley. Lima is worth at least a few days, at the very least for the incredible restaurants in the Miraflores neighborhoods. In between sumptuous meals, […]

Take your honeymoon to the secluded shores of the Galapagos

Take your honeymoon to the secluded shores of the Galapagos

By on Oct 13, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Ecuador, Food and Drink, Honeymoons, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

After months of preparation and organizing with family, friends and planners, take your first few weeks of marriage to a place where you can truly begin your new adventure together – an archipelago of not only stunning beauty, but also unworldly diversity, where everything from the sand that borders the crystalline waters to the beaks […]

Video of the week: Roads of Argentina

Video of the week: Roads of Argentina

By on Oct 12, 2017 in Argentina, Regions, Road Travel, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos

Guillaume Juin went to Argentina to explore two parts of the country: the north (Salta’s region and its incredible desert landscapes) and the south (El Calafate, its glaciers, and beautiful mountains). It was entirely filmed on Sony A7SI, just with a little tripod, 3 lenses (24-70, 14mm, 70-300), and GoPro Hero 3+ black for a […]

Top 5 highlights of Cartagena, Colombia

Top 5 highlights of Cartagena, Colombia

By on Oct 06, 2017 in Attractions, Colombia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

Lovely Cartagena is located on the Carribean coast of Colombia. A couple of years ago articles about Cartagena suddenly began appearing in travel magazines and I was immediately drawn in by the gorgeous coloured houses. I was delighted to discover that this practice is highly recommended by the local government and the owners are expected […]

5 of the best boutique hotels in Colombia and Panama

5 of the best boutique hotels in Colombia and Panama

By on Sep 17, 2017 in Accommodation, Central America, Colombia, Hotels, Panama, Regions, South America

After many years of being known as one of the most dangerous countries in the world due to their Narcos and extremist groups, Colombia is now coming out the other side and becoming one of the hottest up and coming travel destinations. I recently spent a month in Colombia and Panama and found these countries […]

Latin America: a carnival of exotic fruit

Latin America: a carnival of exotic fruit

By on Sep 16, 2017 in Regions, South America

For those people visiting a Latin American “farmers’ market” for the first time, the fruit section can be a new and exotic experience for all the senses. A carnival of intense colors and capricious shapes unfolds before your eyes, while the aromas and textures are simply astounding. In the touting of the sellers who try […]

Solo travel in the Enchanted Islands

Solo travel in the Enchanted Islands

By on Sep 15, 2017 in Ecuador, Regions, South America

Travelling alone may be one of the best ways to treat yourself, and only yourself; this is an opportunity to focus on what you want and exploit it to the maximum. Solo travelling often pulls us out of our comfort zone, and as a result it teaches us a completely new perspective of the world […]