Planning a comprehensive South America tour, one that aims to take in several attractions, is usually fraught with much angst, most especially by first-time visitors. Such a HUGE continent, SO many places to see and SOOOO many things to do. Where does one even start?! South America’s Big Five a
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There are so many options when it comes to beach escapes in South America, so if you're ready to relax, you've come to the right place!The Caribbean is probably the world’s largest beach resort after all, and although many of the Caribbean’s islands aren’t really part of Latin America (i.e. no Spani
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There is certainly no lack of cuisine and culture in South America and if anything these options in this area are almost unparalleled anywhere on the planet, possibly with the exception of Europe.The ancient Mayen ruin of Palenque in Mexico. Photo credit: Shutterstock.Cuisine and culture in South Am
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How long is a piece of string! The first time I travelled to South America I spend six months travelling around and even then I felt like there was a lot left to see. That said, if time and money isn’t so much of an issue then with three months you can get a really good taste of most of the best des
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Most travellers to South America will inarguably plan for a trip that lasts somewhere between three and five weeks, whether they have a specific interest in mind (like hiking extensively through Patagonia) or are first-time visitors wishing to tick off what we call ‘South America’s Big 5’:Machu Picc
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Think that toucans and condors are all there is to see soaring in the South American skies? Think again! Follow our guide to the best Birds in South America – the Ultimate List for Bird Watchers and discover all the incredible, majestic, colourful and unique feathery creatures who call this place ho
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