South America Travel Guides & South American Articles

Traveling to South America is a once-in-a-lifetime vacation. Maybe it's the cosmopolitan bustle of Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro or the dense tropical rainforest in the Amazon River basin. Perhaps it's the ancient ruins of a lost civilization along the Inca Trail to Macchu Piccu. For some, it's the out-of-this-world beauty of Patagonia and Chile. Whatever your fancy, Travels.com has the lowdown on all aspects of travel in South America, whether you're looking for a two-month itinerary or just traveling to South America for a short time.

Peru Travel Tips

Peru is a nation on South America's western coast. It is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination because of its stunning scenery, such as the Andes mountains, Macchu Pichu and thick, lush Amazon rainforest. If you are planning to vis...

Pet Friendly Hotels in Argentina

When your pet is a part of the family, going on vacation does not mean leaving Fido behind. While many hotels in Argentina do not offer pet-friendly accommodations, many hotels understand the value of keeping this important member of your family ...

Places to Have a Birthday Party for Kids in California

California features a wide variety activities for families. Warm weather provides access to many great amusement, game and race parks, as well as other child-friendly activities. Choosing where to go for your child's birthday can be overwhelming ...

Requirements to Obtain a Guatemalan Passport

The Republic of Guatemala, known simply as Guatemala, is a Central American country bordering the southern end of Mexico. Declared independent of Spain in 1821, Guatemala has a vibrant culture and a growing agricultural economy. Individuals wishi...

Review of Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort, Aruba

The Amsterdam Manor sits adjacent to one of the largest beaches in Aruba. While the beach is popular, it's not overcrowded; finding a beach chair is easy. The Amsterdam Manor offers guests the option for an upgraded apartment ranging from one to ...

Review of Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana

The Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana, part of the Sunscape resorts & Spas group of properties, is a beautiful oasis that caters to families, couples and singles. Located on the serene east coast of the Dominican Republic, the resort was recently ...

Reviews of Cruise Ship Excursions

Antarctica is hands down the most exciting, invigorating and breathtaking place for cruise ship excursions. Few places on the planet provide so many opportunities for up close and personal interaction with wildlife in such a stunning setting. The...

San Isidro Hotels

Those visiting Lima, Peru, might be interested in the area known as San Isidro. This highly affluent area is home to upscale and expensive hotels that boast strong views and excellent amenities. Many of their buildings date to the early 20th cent...

Sao Paulo, Brazil Facts

Sao Paulo is not only Brazil's most populous city, but also the country's wealthiest. Those two factors combine to give Sao Paulo a very strong influence in the country's culture, as well as in finance and commerce. Sao Paulo's skyline is dotted ...

South Pole Tourism

In many ways, Antarctica is the last frontier on Earth that is untouched by humans. Its cold, desolate climate is rarely hospitable. However, some aspects of Antarctica are worth a visit if you can afford a vacation to this remote location.

Southern California Winter Activities

No matter the weather, Southern California presents popular visitor attractions every day of the year. From the snow-capped mountains rising above San Bernardino to scenic desert landscapes a short drive from San Diego, Southern California proves...

TACA Airlines Review

TACA Airlines offers a variety of destinations in the Central and South American regions with direct flights from various international airports out of the United States. TACA also operates as Lacsa Airlines, depending on the destination and depa...

The Best Hotels in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires ranks as both the biggest city and the capital of the South American nation of Argentina. Buenos Aires, Spanish for "Good Air," is becoming an increasingly popular international tourist destination, with its many boutiques, museums, ...

The Best Hotels in Rio De Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, as the second-largest city in the South American nation of Brazil after Sao Paulo, serves as a world-famous tourist destination, surrounded by picturesque and scenic green mountains. Millions of people from all over the globe trav...

The Best Time for Travel to Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is a wonderful vacation destination year round. The weather is always nice, and the locals are always friendly. Some times of the year are more crowded than others. However, some travelers prefer the high season over the low season an...

The Best Time to Visit Machu Picchu, Peru

It is estimated over a third of a million people a year visit Machu Picchu, the world-renowned Incan site in Peru--most of them from June to August, the peak season when tour groups visit this treasured UNESCO World Heritage site. But the best ti...

The Climate & Weather in Cajamarca

Cajamarca is a city in the northern Andes highlands of Peru and sits nearly 9,000 feet above sea level. During the Inca empire, Cajamarca was an important settlement coveted by the Spanish conquistadors. They captured Cajamarca and the Inca empe...

The History of Lake Titicaca

Located at about 12,500 feet above sea level, Lake Titicaca comprises a sizable portion of the borders of modern-day Peru and Bolivia. Its rich history runs even deeper than its famed beauty, taking center stage in the conquistadors' struggle for...

The History of the Brazilian Real

The official monetary unit of Brazil, known as the real, first appeared alongside Portuguese colonizers in the early 16th century. It has since undergone drastic changes that have paralleled the internal evolutions of the nation in which it circ...

The History of the Galapagos Islands

The Galapagos Islands are located near the equator, more than 600 miles from the western coast of Ecuador. The volcanic islands comprise an archipelago. As of 2007, the population of the islands was around 40,000 people. The most notable factor o...

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