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The Best Time to Travel to South America

Updated June 2019It sounds like a simple enough question but “When is the best time to travel to South America?” is actually one of the most debatable topics in travel circles. The answer(s) depend on a huge number of factors.First of all, there are a few things to consider when it comes to THAT ALL

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The Undiscovered Mayan City K’aak Chi

In May of 2016, a seemingly normal Quebec teen created a mass media frenzy. This 15-year-old boy, William Gadoury, claimed that he had discovered a lost Mayan city using only Google Earth and a chart of the stars. After some quick research and collaboration with Dr Armand La Rocque, from the Univers

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What is a hacienda? And why you should stay in one

Start planning for a trip to South America and you’ll no doubt be recommended to stay in a hacienda by anyone who’s been. Some will call it the South America equivalent of a homestay but a hacienda is so much more than just a simple accommodation choice. What exactly is a hacienda, you ask? Well, wh

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Things to do at the Rio Carnival

It’s that time of year! The eyes of the world are converging on Brazil as the Rio Carnival springs to life yet again. If you're planning a visit, here are some of the best things to do at the Rio Carnival, outlining the ins and outs of this visual spectacular.What is the Rio Carnival?Just as the res

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Insight Guide to Arctic Expeditions – The Ultimate BIG Adventure

Welcome to Chimu’s Arctic Adventures, a phenomenal collection of expeditions to the northernmost reaches of our planet. From the northern tip of Scandinavia to the easternmost coast of Russia, the remotest corners of Canada and the mystical North Pole, we offer you unrivalled chances for BIG adventu

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Things to do in Santiago, Chile

A stunning city set deep in a valley framed by high Andean peaks, Santiago is South America’s quiet achiever. Efficient, modern, trendy and varied, the Chilean capital offers a surprising kaleidoscope of attractions and activities. Your insider’s Guide to Santiago, Chile, takes you to the heart of o

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