Holy Week in Latin America: Celebrating Semana Santa
Semana Santa is a huge source of domestic tourism in South America and governments grant feriados largos (extended holidays) for this long weekend.
Wine tourism in Brazil and Uruguay
Brazil and Uruguay are the 3rd and 4th largest producers of wine in South America. Tiny in comparison to the wine giants of Argentina and Chile.
Highlights of a South America Wine Tour
We’re happy to share a plan for how to put it all together into one fabulous South America wine tour package. Start in Chile and cross over to Argentina…
The Wine Trails of North Argentina
When you think of wine in Argentina, Mendoza springs immediately to mind. We introduce you to Salta, the new top producer of Argentina’s national drink.
South American Wine Trails
Every wine lover should be are aware of the grape-growing action throughout South America’s wine trails!
Brazil Travel: Carnival in Bahia & Recife
There are many reasons to travel to Brazil for Carnival and NOT go to Rio de Janeiro, host to the most popular celebration.
Water Fight! The Andean Roots of Carnival in Ecuador
Experience Ecuador’s Carnival and you can expect to get wet – juegos de agua (water games) take center stage in 8 days of wild celebrations!
South America Travel: An Introduction to Carnival
Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro has achieved fame as the world’s biggest party. Celebrated in February, it’s a festival with roots in Catholic religion.
A quick guide to dining in São Paulo
São Paulo is a high energy city known for the diversity of cultures that it brings together.
