Americas

Porto Alegre, the capital of Rio Grande do Sul, is southern Brazil’s commercial center and main transportation hub.   We passed through this bustling industrial city en route to the popular tourist site, Iguaçu Falls. An…

Iguaçu Falls, which straddle both Argentina and Brazil, are among the world’s most spectacular waterfalls. The falls were first discovered in 1542 by the Spanish explorer Alvar Nuñeç Cabeça de Vaca. In 1939, the area was…

Curitiba is a fascinating city and a prime example of eco-friendly urban planning done right. We arrived after one of the most bizarre bus trips we’ve ever taken on our travels (well, at least before we…

Situated on the point that divides the Plata River and the Atlantic Ocean, Punta del Este is Uruguay’s most popular beach resort town. While there are numerous art museums, trendy boutiques and world-class restaurants, the main…

Montevideo, the laidback capital of Uruguay, delights with a well-preserved old town, relaxed beach scene and unique personality all its own. Uruguay is an often overlooked travel destination compared to neighboring countries, Argentina and Brazil. But…

Colonia del Sacramento is one of Uruguay’s oldest towns,  with a charming historic district of Portuguese, Spanish and post-colonial styles.  In less than 90 minutes, we traveled from bustling Buenos Aires to the quiet historic town…

Overview This itinerary offers the best of Chile in 2 weeks. Start in the capital, Santiago, where you’ll enjoy elegant colonial architecture, bustling markets and the infamous lomito sandwich. Zip over to Valparaiso, Chile’s main port…

Overview This itinerary offers the best of Peru in 3 weeks. Visit the historical sites and museums of the former Incan capital of Cusco. Explore the archaeological wonder of Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the…

Overview This itinerary offers the best of Argentina in 4 weeks. Soak up the easygoing way of life in the elegant, colonial town of Salta. Explore the charming wine region of Cafayate and its plentiful bodegas.…