South American cuisine–especially Peruvian and Brazilian–has been gaining quite a bit of worldwide attention in recent years. But even lesser-known cuisines of Latin America have been upping their games in...
The colonial quarter of Puerto Rico's capital is one of those utterly magical destinations in Latin America that combines a movie-set historical ambiance with world-class dining, shopping, and nightlife to create an unforgettable experience...
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Apart from water, coffee is the most popular beverage on the planet, and in Puerto Rico, this "black gold" has been an integral part of the culture for centuries...
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Though most famous for Carnival, golden beaches, and world-famous landmarks, the real heart of Rio de Janeiro, for those in the know, lies in its downtown, most notably...
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Ecuador, a country embedded between tourism powerhouses Colombia and Peru, is sometimes overlooked by the average traveller. But even apart from the inimitable Galápagos and colonial gems like Quito...
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Colombia is just packed with remarkable landmarks, sights, and experiences, but on a recent visit I discovered that this vertiginous 220-metre (722-foot) hill, rising abruptly near a small town...
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When we think of Peru, Machu Picchu and Cuzco, along with Lima, are usually the first places to spring to mind. But many are this country’s alluring destinations, and none more so than its second...
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Though mostly shabby and decrepit except for its UNESCO World Heritage colonial core, Habana Vieja, being restored for the tourism trade with the help of the Spanish government, the...
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When it comes to Ecuador travel, most of the attention goes to the Galápagos and Quito - maybe with some to spare for quaint Cuenca up in the Andes. But...
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Guatemala's northernmost department (like a state or province), Petén, is also not only its largest, but home to most of its ancient Mayan archaeological sites. Tikal is by...