Machu Picchu is one of the new wonders of the world, and despite its location in the high peaks of the Andes, it is accessible in the highest style. In one week you can visit Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes without feeling pressure like you are rushing through things. This is [...]
Summer starts in December and ends in February in this South American country. So before going on a trip to Brazil, one has to have enough information on what to bring. Here are a few tips to help in deciding in what to prepare for a trip to this fine country.
* Protect your photo equipment [...]
South America is one of the world’s great tourist destinations. Good travel insurance takes the worry out of your holiday, and lets you concentrate on having fun.General note on safety: Crime is a major problem in some parts of South America
An old Indian legend says God was not yet done with the Amazon when man showed up. So, the story goes, God decided to leave, expecting man not to last very long, when He would return to finish his work. Today, over 20 million people live in this unfinished work that stretches from the Andes [...]
A suggested South America travel itinerary would include highlights from Brazil, Argentina and Peru. Brazil has so much to offer it is difficult to narrow down a couple specific destinations, however there is never enough time for everything so to narrow it down it is recommended that the traveler visit Rio de Janeiro, the beautiful [...]
Northern Chile is often overshadowed by the popular Patagonia in the south. This is an oversight, however, as the north of Chile has a lot to offer it’s visitors starting with Arica and Lauca National Park. Arica is often referred to as the ‘city of eternal spring’ as it is a great Chile travel destination [...]
Visa requirements to Brazil
Brazil has a reciprocal visa policy with all countries, meaning that whenever prices and restrictions are applied to Brazilian visiting a country, Brazil adopts the same measures for that country’s vi
You set your mind and you’re ready to travel to South America, a
magical place of immense beauty where myth and legend continue
to walk hand in hand. I’ve traveled 18 months in South America
and can give you some tips on how to prepare yourself for an
unforgettable adventure.
Common Sense
We all hear the unpleasant stories and South America [...]
There it is, plenty of mountains, beaches, adventures and history, all at an affordable price. What are you waiting for your next trip to South America?
As a matter of fact, if you are reading this, you have already decided to go there or, at least ,you are thinking about it. But, where to? I will [...]
Cold winter months in the ice and snow will always prompt Northerners to dream of sunny weather and seek a hot destination for a holiday escape. But as the world begins to rise from its economic slump, smart travelers are looking for ways to maximize the value of their vacation dollar. Travel and leisure companies [...]