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Manu and Tambopata Rain Forests of Peru
Visit the Peruvian Amazon river basin - what to see where to go and what to pack.
Emeralds of Colombia
Mined for centuries before the Spaniards arrived, Colombian emeralds are prized now as they were then. They're often more valuable than diamonds!
Highlights of Southern Brazil
The states of Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul and Paraná
reflect much of their European heritage, including language and Octoberfests, and offer the traveler great vistas, splendid beaches and Iguazu Falls.
The Glaciers of Argentina
Parque Nacional Los Glaciares has 47 major glaciers, including Perito Moreno, the only one in the world still growing, two lakes and is a favored destination in any season.
Samba!
Sensuous or sizzling, there's something about a samba that digs in and won't let go. Your toes twitch, your shoulders sway, and in a flash you're on your feet and dancing!
Festa de Iemanjá and New Year's Eve in Rio de Janeiro
Along with the huge beach party that marks Rio de Janeiro's New Year's Eve celebrations with live shows, music and spectacular fireworks, Brazilians also venerate the Goddess of the Sea and Mother of the Waters with the Festa De Iemanja, which is also celebrated on August 15 in Salvador.
Colca Canyon, Peru
Colca Canyon is not as well visited as other natural wonders of
Peru, but it is home to the great condors and reportedly deeper than the Grand Canyon in the USA.
Día de la Raza
Columbus Day, Native American Day and Dia de la Raza commemorate the exploration, colonization and multi-cultural and multi-ethnic heritage of the Americas.
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Popayán, Colombia
This charming town, nestled in a serene valley setting, is one of Colombia's most beautiful colonial towns with a rich religious and cultural heritage. Fully restored after an earthquake, it's a national monument and known for its spectacular Semana Santa celebrations.
Otavalo, Ecuador
Home of one of the most famous markets in South America, Otavalo is also the site of the Fiesta del Yamor, a two-week celebration of thanksgiving at the second annual equinox.
Bernardo O'Higgins
The illegitimate son of an Irish colonial administrator and a Chilean criolla rose from obscurity to become the Hero of the Wars of Independence and the Supreme Dictator of Chile from 1817 - 1823.
Caipirinha, anyone?
Brazil's national drink, the caipirinha, made with limes, sugar, water and the sugar cane brandy known as cachaça is an international favorite. Check out these recipes in various languages and enjoy a taste of Brazil wherever you are!
The Volcanos of Ecuador
A look at the active and dormant volcanos of Ecuador's Volcano Alley, including the ones threatening Quito.
Survivor 7: Pearl Islands - Episode 8
Tensions and nerves plague both tribes as they wait for an outcast to rejoin their camps. At the first-ever Outcasts Tribal Council, Nicole, Skinny Ryan, Lillian, Burton, Michelle and Trish all have a chance to plead to be voted back into the game. Two castaways make amends, while another shows resentment at the turn of events.
Johnny Fairplay believes he has a great master plan. But will it play out in his favor?
Dia de Todos los Santos
Dia de Todos los Santos, or All Saints Day, is celebrated
throughout Latin America in conjunction with All Souls Day as a reaffirmation of life and a way to honor saints and the dead.
Tango!
This sensual, emotional dance began in the poorer areas of Buenos Aires and rose to international fame before the rock 'n' roll era. Now it's back, more popular than ever. Do you tango?
Colombia for Visitors
With two ocean fronts, three Andean mountain ranges, and multiple attractions Colombia is a scenic treat for visitors who are advised to visit in more tranquil times.
San Pedro de Atacama
This oasis in the middle of the Atacama desert in northern Chile has supported life since 11,000 BC and is now a prime destination for travelers interested in natural wonders and archaeological ruins
Dream Trip To Central Chile
Join your guide in a sentimental voyage back to Central Chile, to visit Valparaiso, Vina del Mar, Santiago, Sewell, the Juan Fernandez archipelago and many of the top attractions along the way.
Córdoba, Argentina
Called the Heartland of Argentina for its geographic location, Córdoba retains its colonial history and blends it with a modern tourism industry and a hefty assortment of recreational activities.
Chile's Fiestas Patrias
Chile's Fiestas Patrias celebrate Chile's independence from Spain and run for a week prior to the Dieciocho festivities on September 18, with regional activities such as the Pampilla de Coquimbo, Semana del Folclor, National Rodeo Championships and other events celebrating Chilenidad.
Galápagos Archipelago
The Galapagos archipelago, first discovered uninhabited by the Spaniards in 1535, and later made famous by Charles Darwin in 1835, is both a province and a national park of Ecuador, 600 mi
(1000 km) west on the mainland. It is a premiere wildlife observation, protection and research center visited annually by thousands of tourists.
Venezuela for Visitors
Venezuela's stunning natural beauty has thrilled travelers ever since Columbus first sighted its shores five centuries ago. Early visitors dubbed it the Jewel of the Caribbean for the fabulous coastline and the soaring mountain ranges.
Guyana for Visitors
Lush Guyana is an adventure waiting to be explored. Enjoy the Dutch and English colonial feel to Georgetown, the tropical rain forest, dense river systems and exotic wildlife in the only English speaking country in South America.