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21 countries to visit in 2021

By Paul Johnson on Feb 01, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Bermuda, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Denmark, Egypt, Europe, Featured, Health & Safety, Israel, Italy, Japan, Maldives, Middle East, Netherlands, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, Singapore, South America, Tanzania, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide

Following 2020, the year of staying at home, most of us are now yearning to travel again. As we bide our time through the darker winter months while vaccines are being rolled out, more people than ever are looking forward to travelling once more, whenever that may be. With so much culture and so many […]

6 amazing South American photography tours

By Alfonso Tandazo on Aug 23, 2020 in Antarctic, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Uruguay

As the realistic possibility of international travel slowly and carefully comes back to life, travelers can begin to ponder the adventures to come in the not so distant future. For those considering a dedicated photography tour, South America represents authentic experiential journeys for the beauty of its landscapes, its regions teeming with unsurpassed wildlife, and […]

5 South American beaches you’ll absolutely love

By Alfonso Tandazo on Jun 15, 2018 in Attractions, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Uruguay

Bathed by the waters of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, and by the Caribbean Sea, South America can boast — arguably — the most beautiful beaches in the world. From remote fishing villages whose charm lies in simple and magnetic nature, to sophisticated and modern resorts with luxury hotels and all kinds of water sports, this […]

Uruguay’s top 3 luxury beach hotels

By Simon Williams on Dec 23, 2016 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South America, Uruguay

Uruguay is often overlooked as a destination in Latin America, a continent which boasts big countries with bigger personalities such as Brazil, Peru and Argentina. However, they say that less is often more, and this is certainly the case with Uruguay. Its perfect climate, pristine beaches and romantic old towns are an ideal setting for […]

Top 6 Winter sun destinations

By Craig Burkinshaw on Sep 22, 2016 in Africa, Asia, Australia, India, Indonesia, Middle East, Mozambique, Oceania, Oman, Regions, South America, Uruguay, Worldwide

As the nights draw in and the clouds roll over, it’s all too tempting to head off to warmer, sunnier climes. Many destinations come into their own during our winter months, offering sunbathing and snorkeling, as well as cultural experiences and wildlife encounters. We’ve put together a few of the best places to visit for […]

6 secret South American sites (and sights)

By Tom Barber on Jun 15, 2016 in Argentina, Attractions, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America, Uruguay

South America’s popularity as a luxury destination shows no sign of slowing down and, if anything, visitors seem to be wanting to get ever further off the beaten track to explore the less well-trodden corners of this cracking continent. So in the self-same spirit of exploration, here are seven South American secrets that may not […]

Top 6 riverside towns

By Katie Cosstick on Sep 15, 2015 in Africa, Asia, Canada, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Egypt, Europe, India, Laos, North America, Regions, South America, Uruguay

London isn’t the only city famed for its river, with the Thames flowing past attractions like the Houses of Parliament and the Eye. All around the world there are cities and towns with locals whose lives revolve around the waters – from Varanasi where the sacred Ganges is a pilgrimage site, to architecturally splendid bridges in Prague where […]

Uruguay’s top 5 new luxury properties

By Craig Burkinshaw on May 13, 2015 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South America, Uruguay

Uruguay is not usually at the top of travellers’ wish lists but with relatively few visitors, some surprisingly stylish accommodation options and excellent wild beaches that knock the socks off their Argentinian equivalent, it offers a slice of South America to suit most palates. It’s also fantastic for birders and wine lovers, not to mention […]

The top 5 bike tours in Latin America

By Andy Levine on Jul 31, 2014 in Central America, Chile, Costa Rica, Regions, South America, Uruguay

When the cold weather sets in and you’re begging to escape to warm, sandy beaches, tropical climates, and a world of adventure, consider planning one of these bike tours in Latin America. Not far from home, Latin America offers a world of innumerable pleasures, natural and man-made alike, waiting to be explored. Now, I have […]

The 5 most incredible hotels in Latin America

By Andy Levine on Sep 20, 2013 in Accommodation, Argentina, Central America, Costa Rica, Hotels, Regions, South America, Uruguay

If you are looking for an amazing hotel experience, somewhere you can unwind after a bike ride through the vineyards of Mendoza after or a day of snorkeling off the shores of Costa Rica, these hotels offer one-of-a-kind experiences, tranquil and inviting grounds and the opportunity to feel right at home in the amazing towns […]

Top 4 bike tour destinations for beginner cyclists

By Andy Levine on Jul 29, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Austria, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Uruguay, Western Europe

Allow me to debunk a common myth: you do not have to be an avid cyclist to have an amazing and unforgettable time on a cycling vacation. To travel by bike is to take in your surroundings at your own pace, stop to taste the grapes right off the a vine in Tuscany, or navigate […]

Uruguay: a story of boutique wineries and big wines

By Jim Lutz on Aug 04, 2012 in Food and Drink, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, Uruguay

Uruguay has long been known as a beach destination that provides everything from the rustic and unplugged Cabo Polonia in the north-east to the playground of the continent’s yachting class in Punta del Este. Recently however, tourism has been moving off the sands and inland, largely thanks to a small dark red grape, Tannat. Some 35 years ago […]

10 unique luxury hotels you’ll never forget

By Paul Johnson on Sep 24, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Brazil, Caribbean, Europe, France, Hotels, India, Italy, Jamaica, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, Singapore, South America, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, Vietnam, Western Europe

Tripadvisor recently published ’10 unique luxury hotels you’ll never forget’. Strangely, it’s just a list – albeit with pictures – but with no explanation as to what, precisely, makes each one memorable. For what it’s worth, though, I’ve reproduced their list below. Please post a comment and tell us what hotels you think are unforgettable… […]

Photograph of the week: Playa Vik Jose Ignacio

By Paul Johnson on Sep 22, 2011 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South America, Uruguay

This week’s image is of the pool at Playa Vik Jose Ignacio. It is a 75-foot cantilevered pool of Uruguayan black absolute nero granite with a fibre optic lit celestial map of the southern hemisphere that sits amidst the Lapacho, stretching out beyond the limit of the terrace and cantilevering 32 feet over the beach […]

New members of The Starwood Spa Collection

By Paul Johnson on Sep 18, 2006 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, Europe, Fiji, Hotels, Nevada, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, South America, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Uruguay, USA, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide

The Starwood Spa Collection – an amalgam of some of the best spas in the world – has welcomed eight new members. They are: Convento do Espinheiro Heritage Hotel & Spa, Portugal Sheraton Colonia Golf & Spa Resort, Uruguay Sheraton La Caleta Resort & Spa, Spain Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers, Vietnam St. Regis Resort, […]

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel

By Paul Johnson on Jan 31, 2006 in Accommodation, Business Travel, Hotels, Regions, South America, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Uruguay

Looking for quality in Montevideo? Then look no further than the Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel. As well as being home to Montevideo’s only luxury spa, the hotel offers the kind of warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere and topnotch services sure to please business and leisure travelers alike. It is also conveniently situated in the […]

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