Exploring Central & South America

In the spirit of Halloween it wouldn’t be right if we did not take a look at the weird and wonderful nature of the beautiful and diverse country of Costa Rica. Home to more than 500,000 species, Costa Rica has one of the highest biodiversity in the world but this also means that there are […]

The large mountains of the Cordillera de Talamanca and the volcanic peaks of the Cordillera Central essentially split Costa Rica in two with the Pacific on one side and the Caribbean on the other. In recent years the Pacific side of Costa Rica especially the fashionable beach area of Tamarindo has seen the majority of investment, […]

Visiting the vibrant and beautiful Islands of the Galapagos is an unforgettable experience however; you may begin to ask about where you will be staying during this tour. Unlike many if not all of our other South America destinations where you will be staying in jungle lodges or boutique hotels with your feet firmly on […]

The Galapagos Islands are one of our favorite South American destinations not only due to their incredible natural diversity but also because they can be enjoyed all year-round! There is no ‘bad’ weather season to visit the Galapagos Islands as due to its equatorial location the weather makes it suitable to visit throughout the year […]

Inspired by BBC’s slideshow that features the world’s best beaches for wildlife we decided to highlight South America’s candidates as, it may not be surprising, but 3 out of the 5 featured wildlife beaches are actually located in the continent we’re located in! Very often when we speak about beaches with travelers it’s about the white, […]

The gateway to the Amazon Rainforest, the city of Manaus is located in Brazil’s largest state of Amazonas in the north of the country and on the confluence point of the Rio Negro and Rio Solimões which form the Amazon River. Founded in the second half of the 17th Century, Manaus got its name due […]

The beautiful town of Cusco and the picturesque surroundings of the Sacred Valley once the home of the Incan Empire is one of the most popular destinations in Peru and South America and a perfect place to stay before visiting Machu Picchu. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the historical capital of Peru, Cusco […]

‘Inca’, ‘The Inca’s’ those are the first thoughts many travelers have when you ask them about Peru’s history. The Inca culture is indeed one of South America’s most studied pre-Columbian cultures and one you will certainly hear about it during each and every day of your Peru vacation. Though the Incas are just one of […]

One of the most popular destinations in the world and one of the New7 Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu should not be missed off any South American travel itinerary. The popularity of the Inca Trail has led to travellers searching for the next route to reach Machu Picchu from Cusco and the Sacred Valley. The […]