Central & South America Travel Tips
There's more diversity packed into this space than in any other comparably sized area on earth - and that's just Central America. Before you even go south of the isthmus (aka the Panama Canal) there's every conceivable type of adventure to be had - fun, easy, bumpy, challenging, surprising, fulfilling - that will give you conversational topics for decades to come.
South America, however, is a much bigger story, overwhelming in scale and scope and offering the full gamut of experience, from alpine skiing in Patagonia to navigating the upper reaches of the Amazon.
See Iguacu Falls from Argentina and Paraguay
Written by Viator, November 2011
While the Brazilian side of Iguacu offers the finest views, folks who want to immerse themselves in the prismatic mists of the other 80% of the falls will want to cross the border to Argentina. In ...
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Three Ways to See Iguacu Falls
Written by Viator, November 2011
Only about 20% of the park lies on the Brazilian side of the border. Thus, the vast majority of hiking trails, adventure tours, and other activities begin on the Argentine side. There's still plenty ...
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Suggested Itineraries: 3 Days in Foz do Iguacu
Written by Viator, November 2011
While three days is more than enough time to see just the falls, there is more to Foz do Iguazu and the surrounding area that is worth exploring. Day 1: Touchdown in Foz do Iguacu Arrive in ...
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Rio de Janeiro Beaches
Written by Viator, January 2011
The beaches of Rio de Janeiro are the stuff of song and legend, and they certainly live up to their billing. An entire state unto itself rather than a single city, Rio sees nearly three million ...
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Rio de Janeiro Tropical Islands
Written by Viator, August 2010
Even if your visit to Rio de Janeiro is a short one, you should budget a day or two to travel to some of the exotic tropical islands surrounding the marvelous city in the Green Coast Region. A ...
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3 Days in Panama City: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, July 2011
It's boom time in the bustling capital that some call "Central America's Singapore," where gleaming glass skyscrapers glow like the future beneath the swollen tropical moon. Just minutes from ...
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Ushuaia Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, December 2010
No wonder remote Ushuaia has an end of the world feel – it’s the southernmost city in the world! Surrounded by the glacial peaks of the Fuegian Andes, and lapped by the icy waters of the Beagle ...
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3 Days in Managua: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, June 2012
Capital cities can be hit or miss as far as tourist attractions go - sometimes they represent the best of what a country has to offer, and other times they are best seen at a glance from the car as ...
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Day Trips from Salvador da Bahia
Written by Viator, August 2010
Brazil’s third-largest city, Salvador da Bahia, is perfectly situated for taking advantage of some of the country’s most spectacular scenery, from idyllic beachfronts to historic villages. A scenic ...
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3 Days in Punta del Este: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, July 2012
Known for its pristine beaches, expansive seaside mansions, trendy shopping and stylish locals, Punta del Este is a picturesque and luxurious destination for your next vacation. To help you see a ...
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Beaches of Punta del Este
Written by Viator, July 2012
When visiting the “Monaco of South America,” the main attraction that draws visitors is the beautiful beaches. The most famous and iconic beach is Playa de los Dedos, where you’ll find the famous ...
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Day Trips To Uruguay
Written by Viator, February 2012
Just across the shimmering Rio Plata (Silver River) from the hustle and bustle of Buenos Aires, lies the oft-overlooked country of Uruguay. Peaceful and green, this tiny nation of 3.3 million is ...
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Amazon River Cruises
Written by Viator, May 2012
Iquitos is called Peru’s “Gateway to the Amazon,” a destination for visitors to this diverse nation who wish to experience the rainforest, as well as the Andes and Pacific Coast. While not as ...
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Day Trips to Quirigua
Written by Viator, April 2012
Like Copan, Quirigua is another popular archaeological site which is home to ancient Maya artifacts. Located in south eastern Guatemala (120 miles from Guatemala City), this one mile area features an ...
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Bike Buenos Aires
Written by Viator, April 2011
See Buenos Aires on two wheels with a guided bike tour that will take you below the surface of touristy Buenos Aires and into the areas where the locals hang out. The half-day bike tour takes either ...
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