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10 of the best virtual tours so you can still explore the world

By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, California, China, Europe, Featured, Going Out, North America, Peru, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Websites, Western Europe, Worldwide

Recently, I sat and thought about some of the reasons why I travel (and these days I have more time to sit, and think, than to travel). I realized a few interesting things. Why do I travel? Well, clearly to escape and explore. But, also to embrace and understand other cultures, to free my mind, […]

5 virtual reality tours of South America… for keeping your wanderlust dreams alive

By Alfonso Tandazo on Apr 15, 2020 in Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Regions, South America

Though travel may not be an option in these times of coronavirus, the situation doesn’t prevent us from knowing the world from isolation in our homes. Even if you’re bored of lockdown strolls in the local park, you can still explore several South American destinations with just a click. On several virtual mini-tours, you can […]

Future travel inspiration: Peru as a luxury travel destination

By Matt Gannan on Apr 08, 2020 in Peru, Regions, South America

Peru is a fantastic destination for combining a little bit of everything. Despite being a haven for the adventurous of spirits, this isn’t to suggest that Peru cannot provide the much desired luxury that many travellers crave. Not only does the country have a large selection of premium hotels to relax in, but it is […]

5 dream Latin American trips to plan for 2021

By Simon Williams on Mar 23, 2020 in Antarctic, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, North America, Peru, Polar Regions, Regions, South America

With travel on hold over this difficult period, many of us are getting our travel fix by seeking inspiration for special trips to plan for a post-crisis 2021. As lovers of big adventures, we understand that the next best thing to going on a trip is at least planning the next one! Remote lodges in […]

6 tempting foodie experiences from around the world

By Linas Ceikus on Mar 16, 2020 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Georgia, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Nevada, North America, Peru, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

The world would be a tedious place if every country’s cuisine tasted the same. Bite after bite, continent after continent of bland sameness. Thankfully, that’s not the case, and the foods that we eat and experience when we travel are often the most memorable takeaways from any journey of discovery. Every townland, region, province, and […]

5 must-see monuments and 5 luxury hotels to stay in

By Guido Graf on Feb 26, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Brazil, China, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Jordan, Middle East, Peru, Regions, South America, Western Europe

In the ancient world, the Greeks had made a list of seven places any sight-seeing tourists in the Hellenic world should make the effort to see. Since the days of the Greeks and the Romans, the only monument in this list that still stands is the Great Pyramid at Giza. Our world offers more unique […]

Our top sailing adventures for 2020

By Thomas Ryves on Feb 13, 2020 in Africa, Antarctic, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Egypt, Europe, Greece, Indonesia, Myanmar, Peru, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

For a luxury holiday with a difference, not much beats setting sail around remote islands, hidden coves, pristine beaches and scenic waterways. As Mark Twain said, ‘Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away […]

Top 5 historic sites to visit in Northern Peru

By Matt Gannan on Feb 11, 2020 in Attractions, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

Almost every trip to Peru is focussed on the world renowned archaeological phenomenon that lies in its southern region. And with good reason. The ruins of Machu Picchu inspire a sense of wonder and intrigue in all who step foot on its ancient soil, as images of a mysterious civilisation suddenly become more vivid than […]

5 of the world’s most overlooked animals

By Matt Rushbrooke on Jan 25, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Indonesia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, Mozambique, Namibia, North America, Paraguay, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Venezuela, Zambia, Zimbabwe

One of the most enticing things about travelling abroad is the chance to see the fascinating and unusual creatures of the world. There are many iconic wildlife experiences, whether it be looking at lions laze in the grasses of South Africa, meeting mountain gorillas in the dense jungles of Rwanda and Uganda or watching wildebeest […]

The Amazon is under siege

By Miguel Andy on Dec 24, 2019 in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Regions, South America, Suriname, Venezuela

There are many different groups of indigenous people who live within the green walls of the Amazon rainforest, which spans nine countries in South America. These self-sufficient communities, each with their own individual language and culture, have called the rainforest home for millennia and have done so by living within their means thanks to the […]

Peru’s most tranquil luxury retreats

By Simon Williams on Dec 22, 2019 in Accommodation, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America

One of South America’s most alluring destinations, Peru’s diverse geography and traditional cultures have been enchanting travellers for decades. Offering some of the continent’s most immersive cultural experiences, striking landscapes, mysterious ruined cities and outstanding cuisine; Peru never fails to impress in terms of unique experiences or luxury accommodations. Here are some of our favourite […]

Top 10 luxury lodges and hotels in Latin America

By Dave Warne on Nov 16, 2019 in Accommodation, Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Hotels, Peru, South America

Latin America is a varied wonderland of snow-capped mountains, arid deserts and vibrant rainforests packed with weird and wonderful wildlife. Its luxury lodges, though, are a welcome contrast to their often inhospitable surrounds, offering the likes of luxe spas, gourmet dining, ultra-contemporary design and expert-led excursions that make for a holiday that’s as adventurous or […]

35 tips for experiencing Machu Picchu

By Alfonso Tandazo on Nov 15, 2019 in Attractions, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

Perched high in the Peruvian Andes, the almost mystical “Lost City of the Incas” is a must for any traveler’s bucket list. Though the ruins of Machu Picchu remained concealed in a high-mountain cloud forest for centuries, today it’s by far the top tourist attraction in Peru. Every day, hundreds of foreign tourists venture to the […]

10 spectacular national reserves in South America

By Alfonso Tandazo on Oct 16, 2019 in Argentina, Attractions, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

With no less than 300 national parks and reserves dotting the continent, it’s no easy task to choose the best of these South American wonders. Their jaw-dropping landscapes and robust biomes are as rich and diverse as the region’s many cultures. In any case, we took a shot at listing what we consider 10 of […]

Top Amazon experiences for the adventure traveller

By Matt Gannan on Oct 08, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Leisure Travel, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Venezuela

The mighty Amazon. The largest river in the world by volume of water and the second largest in length. The dense and impenetrable tropical rainforest it runs through is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. It’s the lungs of our planet, the land of the lost city of El Dorado, a place […]

7 South American vacations ideal for family bonding

By Alfonso Tandazo on Sep 17, 2019 in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Family Travel, Peru, South America, Speciality Travel

Between long hours spent in the office, children’s school schedules and extracurricular activities, days fly by – leaving family conversations limited to the logistics of the day. And whenever we do get together, there’s a good chance we’re each focused on our own cellphone screen, too worn down to engage in verbal conversation. By now, […]

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