Exploring Central & South America

´My first time in Machu Picchu was in 1965, when I was 7 years old, I was here. It was the perfect moment to decide that I loved this place and had to do something here.

Every New Year’s, you go through the same routine. You set off on a quest to find the most epic way to bring in the New Year and yet, you wait until the last minute and end up in a less than thrilling gathering where you find yourself counting down the minutes until you can […]

Dreaming of a South America beach vacation? There are amazing places that you’ll love to soak up some fun in the sun! The only problem is deciding which one to choose. Let’s go through our top ten list of favorite sandy spots, in no particular order.

Sometimes, the best way to get to know a country is through your tastebuds. Latin America has all kinds of delicious treats on offer for both food and drink. There are a few staples that you’ll just have to try when you visit us down here, so let’s get you familiar with a few of […]

The jumping off points for the Amazon can be quite the attractions themselves. If you happen to have a couple extra days before or after your trip to the rainforest, there are plenty of activities to enjoy in some of these key spots. Let’s take a look at a few of those options below.

So you have big dreams of a Tarzan-like adventure in Costa Rica. You want to soar through the treetops on a zip-line, but you’re not quite sure where to go. We’re here to help! We’ve picked out the top places to have you touring this lush land, high in the air. Here are our favorite […]

The Coca leaf has a rich and important history in Peru. Visitors are mostly familiar with their ability to relieve altitude sickness, but locals incorporate these important leaves in so many different ways. They can be consumed on a daily basis, either chewed or used to make tea. You’ll find Peruvians enjoy them daily, much […]

If there’s one signature dish you absolutely must try in Lima, Peru, it’s ceviche. Essentially raw fish, “cooked” in acidic juices such as lemon or lime, this tasty treat is usually mixed with various peppers, onions, salt and coriander. The extra ingredients usually vary from chef to chef, but these main ingredients are most likely […]

Choose a different form of transportation and see South America in a truly special way, by train! Do you want us to list the numerous advantages of traveling by train or shall we start with presenting your our favorite South America train journeys? With multiple luxury train options, you won’t have to sacrifice your comfort […]