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5 reasons to cruise the amazing Amazon on the Manatee riverboat

By Alfonso Tandazo on Jan 16, 2018 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

“All my life I’ve been running around, seeking a moment of happiness, and now I’ve found it, in the tranquility of this riverboat as it goes down a huge river like the Napo, in no rush at all.” This was written in the travel diary of a modern adventurer who traveled to the Amazon on

10 eating experiences you must have in Colombia

By Amanda O'Brien on Jan 15, 2018 in Colombia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Travel Miscellany

My expectations for food in Colombia were not high. I envisaged quite a bit of meat and a lot of black beans! I was very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food in Colombia – and it is generally amazing value! I visited Bogota, Cartagena, Medellin and La Macarena in my time in Colombia

Habitat zones of the Galapagos Islands

By Adrián Peñafiel on Jan 12, 2018 in Ecuador, Regions, South America

Once a land of bare volcanic rock, the Galapagos Islands are now home to approximately 9,000 plant and animal species. This stunning variety of life is largely due to the wide range of habitat zones that can be seen as you walk across the islands and their varying altitudes. Galapagos habitats are divided into five

Top 5 luxury wine lodges in Argentina

By Simon Williams on Jan 10, 2018 in Accommodation, Argentina, Food and Drink, Hotels, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

If, like the majority of the population, you enjoy a good glass of wine you simply must visit Argentina. World-renowned for its rich flavoured, smooth reds you’ll be spoilt for choice. Without question, the best way to experience the vineyards of this vast country is to stay at a luxury wine lodge a truly immerse

18 of the best countries to visit in 2018

By Paul Johnson 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

By Adrián Peñafiel 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,

7 luxurious stays to make a difference this Christmas

By Tom Marchant 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!

By Alfonso Tandazo 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

By Simon Williams 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

By Alfonso Tandazo 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

By Adrián Peñafiel 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

5 great reasons to visit northern Peru

By Craig Burkinshaw 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

By Alfonso Tandazo 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

By Zach Smith 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

By Adrián Peñafiel 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

By Paul Johnson 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

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