Category: South America

The 5 best ski resorts in South America

The 5 best ski resorts in South America

By on Aug 04, 2017 in Argentina, Chile, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
When considering which destination to choose for your next luxury ski trip, it is likely you will think of Europe, Canada and the USA as potentials, however, it is also worth considering South America. Ski resorts are becoming an increasingly popular choice in this vast continent, and with the increase in popularity comes much better
Niche tourism in Ecuador

Niche tourism in Ecuador

By on Jul 24, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Honeymoons, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel
The digital age has changed everyone’s life, as well as people’s style of traveling and how tour operators organize trips. Today’s travelers have to deal with an immense, almost unmanageable amount of online information, which poses new challenges for individuals and tour operators alike. All of this means that concepts of specialization, innovation, efficiency, and
Top tips for travel in the Galapagos

Top tips for travel in the Galapagos

By on Jul 17, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Ecuador, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
The Galapagos Islands attract people from all over the world, from couples to big families, to nature lovers and adventure-seeking travelers. You will undoubtedly meet people with different cultures, languages and interests in this world-renowned equatorial archipelago. However, this can lead to some complex problems when it comes to tour groups, including potential language barriers,
5 of Chile's most luxurious hotels

5 of Chile's most luxurious hotels

By on Jul 10, 2017 in Accommodation, Chile, Hotels, Regions, South America
Chile is the ultimate ‘land of extremes’ – from deserts and remote islands, to temperate rainforest and frozen ice fields, it has it all. Whether you crave adventure, relaxation, history, culture or wildlife, you will find it in Chile. And the best part of all is that there is a myriad of unique, luxurious hotels
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Explore Peru's awesome, majestic landscape in Orient Express style

By on Jul 03, 2017 in Featured, Leisure Travel, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
Now you can explore Peru’s awesome, majestic landscape in Orient Express style. Belmond, the company who created the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express have launched a new legend: the Belmond Andean Explorer. The first luxury sleeper train to travel through a part of South America offers a truly unique way to discover some of Peru’s most notable landmarks.
Planning your trip to the Galapagos

Planning your trip to the Galapagos

By on Jun 20, 2017 in Ecuador, Regions, South America
With a 97% rate of endemism among reptiles and land mammals, and the highest reef fish biomass in the world, all stretching across an area only slightly larger than Denmark, the single greatest risk of visiting the Galapagos Islands is simply becoming overwhelmed by all of the options. A successful Galapagos adventure is one that
9 of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world

9 of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world

By on Jun 19, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Iceland, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, South America, United Kingdom, USA, Venezuela, Western Europe, Worldwide, Zambia, Zimbabwe
There are hundreds of thousands of different waterfalls across the world in many different countries, both in prominent locations, and secret hideaways. All of the waterfalls I am going to describe are spectacular, exhilarating, beautiful, and often a popular tourist attraction in that area. Some waterfalls are better known than others, but whether it’s a
Discover the 'camels of the New World'

Discover the 'camels of the New World'

By on Jun 19, 2017 in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Regions, South America
When thinking about the Andes, many people picture snow-capped mountains, vast green plains, indigenous peoples …and herds of llamas. And yes, these are some of the main characteristics of the mountainous South American region – including those llamas. In fact, American llamas – and their close cousins (alpacas, guanacos and vicunas) – inhabit the immense
10 exceptional wildlife experiences in Latin America

10 exceptional wildlife experiences in Latin America

By on Jun 14, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Argentina, Brazil, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Featured, Peru, Polar Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
It doesn’t matter what type of holiday or trip you are looking for; Latin America has something to offer everyone. There are idyllic beaches, fascinating historical sites, exciting adventurous activities, off-the-scale luxury hotels and award-winning restaurants to name but a few. However, if you are interested in wildlife, the options are endless. From sweeping mountainous
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7 alternative safaris to take you off the beaten track

By on May 22, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Arctic, Asia, Botswana, Brazil, Nepal, Polar Regions, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Worldwide
To come face-to-face with the incredible wildlife that walk this planet is surely one of the greatest adventures. But there’s more than one way to enjoy a safari these days than just sitting on a jeep. If you’re looking for a real heat-thumping wild encounter that gets you closer and takes you off the beaten
Top 5 Summertime ski resorts in Chile

Top 5 Summertime ski resorts in Chile

By on May 17, 2017 in Chile, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
With 2017 already on line to break the world temperature record, the idea of Summertime skiing might seem a bit far-fetched. Nonetheless, escaping the Northern Hemisphere heat is precisely what can be accomplished at one of several ski resorts in the South American nation of Chile. In fact, from mid-June to early October, Chile is
Top 7 destinations to see wildlife in its natural habitat

Top 7 destinations to see wildlife in its natural habitat

By on May 16, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Australia, Canada, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Leisure Travel, Montana, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Uganda, USA, Worldwide
As wildlife is now becoming more endangered than ever there are many different nature preserves that are doing everything they can to protect the wildlife. All of the hotels below are not only luxury places to stay and see wildlife in their natural habitats, but they are also assisting in the conservation of National Parks
6 of the world's most spectacular sunsets

6 of the world's most spectacular sunsets

By on May 13, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Australia, California, Cambodia, Chile, Europe, Kenya, North America, Norway, Oceania, Regions, South America, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
There are few things in life as simultaneously relaxing, exhilarating and life-affirming as watching a magnificent sunset. That small period of time when day turns into night provides so many special travelling moments. But these sunsets rise above the rest. They’re bona fide bucket-list material. How many have you been to? Would you recommend any
3 of the best luxury wildlife lodges in the Ecuadorian Amazon

3 of the best luxury wildlife lodges in the Ecuadorian Amazon

By on May 11, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Ecuador, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
The Ecuadorian Amazon can’t be beaten when it comes to exploring the wildlife of the country; rich with 25,000 specifies of plant life and the chance to see hard-to-find pink river dolphins, it’s easy to find yourself lost in the natural wonders you can find here. It’s one great experience to come here and see
The best luxury hotels at Machu Picchu

The best luxury hotels at Machu Picchu

By on Apr 29, 2017 in Accommodation, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America
As one of the greatest historical monuments in the world, Machu Picchu has been on many a traveller’s bucket list since its discovery in 1912. Dating back to the 1500s, the ruins of this ancient citadel are unmistakable, often shrouded in mist rising from the surrounding cloud forest. It is, without doubt, one of the
6 of Chile's finest lodges and hotels

6 of Chile's finest lodges and hotels

By on Apr 20, 2017 in Accommodation, Chile, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South America
Chile is one of those countries that cannot be identified with a single touristic icon. Its geography is so diverse, and its culture so rich, that the images passing through the traveler’s mind are like those of a movie sequence ranging from the mysterious Moai statues of Easter Island and the imposing glaciers of Patagonia,