South America Travel Tips Free Guide

2. OVERVIEW ADVENTURE - Brazil ; Machu Picchu, Peru ; Ambergris Caye ; Galapagos Islands, Ecuador • • BEACHES & SUN - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil ; Mar del Plata, Central Argentina ; Vina del Mar, Chile ; Costa Rica • HISTORY & CULTURE - Buenos Aires, Argentina ; Lima, Peru ; Santiago, Chile ; Brasilia, Brazil ; • • • • • RELAXATION & REJUVENATION - Costa Rica; Patagonia, Argentina ROMANCE - Buenos Aires, Argentina ; Peru ; Mendoza, Argentina SHOPPING - Buenos Aires, Argentina ; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil ; Sao Paulo ; CASINOS - Casino Iguazu ; Trilenium Casino SKIING & SNOWBOARDING - Province of Mendoza, Argentina ; Portillo, Chile

3. BEACHES & SUN MAR DEL PLATA Argentina's premier beach resort, Mar del Plata's long coastline is comprised of many beaches, from family-oriented La Perla in the north to very popular Bristol and sporty Varese in the center, from resort-oriented Mogotes and sophisticated Faro in the south to peaceful Sur even further south. RIO DE JANEIRO Perhaps nowhere on earth is the beach so crucial to a big city's culture as in Rio, with its two most popular strips having even been immortalized in song. Of the two, Copacabana is bigger and livelier, Ipanema a bit more upscale and relaxed. For even greater Žlan, try Leblon just to their west. VINA DEL MAR, CHILE Chile's fourth largest city, Vina del Mar in Valparaiso, is also a popular summer beach resort. A Mediterranean climate prevails and an appealing array of sandy strips beckons, including Renaca, Miramar, Las Salinas and Casino. Renaca's calm waters and great waves make it a hit with families. COSTA RICA For a beach vacation, Costa Rica is hard to beat. Some of the world's best sands sit on its coastline where water remains a delicious temperature year- round. Don't miss Manuel Antonio's picture-perfect crescent of sand, with its azure waters and jungle at its back or, for surfing, Playa Dominical.

4. ADVENTURE MACHU PICHU, PERU Hike the Inca Trail to the majestic Lost Cities of the Incas, hidden in dense Amazonian jungle, 7000 feet above sea level. This ancient road treks 25 miles from Cuzco through deep Andean gullies and is not for the faint-hearted. Climb up to overlook the ruins and the Urubamba Valley from Huayna Pichu Mountain. BRAZIL The wealth of flora and fauna and opportunities to observe them are unparalleled in the Amazon. Riverboats ply the waters of this fascinating wilderness, home to pink river dolphins, clamorous howler monkeys and raucous toucans. Photograph your adventure, run the rapids or stalk elusive jaguars by night. AMBERGRIS CAYE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS The wealth of wonderful wildlife in the Galapagos defies the imagination. Get up close to fearless sea lions, majestic tortoises and amiable iguanas by hiking, snorkelling, kayaking and diving. Evolve to another level entirely by cycling by cinder cones, lava flows and tunnels or multi-hued beaches. Belize's largest island, Caribbean gem offers astounding diving and snorkelling. This English- speaking nation is home to one of the largest coral reef systems in the world. If you want to stay on top of the waves, this Caribbean idyll provides fabulous fishing, sailing and kayaking.

5. HISTORY & CULTURE BUENOS AIRES Buenos Aires' European heritage is evident in its architecture, boulevards and parks. Recoleta Cemetery is the final resting place of many of the city's tycoons and presidents, as well as still- beloved first lady Eva Peron. Cafe Tortoni, the city's oldest bar, will transport you back to 1858, and Teatro Colon impresses just as it did in 1908. LIMA, PERU The colourful City of Kings, Historical Centre area offers an array of fascinating neighbourhoods, elegant cathedrals, opulent palaces and stately colonial architecture. A flotilla of captivating festivals showcases the country's rich Spanish and Inca culture. SANTIAGO, CHILE BRASILIA, BRAZIL Brazil's capital was constructed between 1956 and 1960 on tropical savannah. It's a gem of modernist urban planning with stunning, world-renowned a r c h i t e c t u r e Cosmopolitan Brasilia celebrates a slew of festivals and is home to the National Museum and National Library of the Republic. Santiago was built on a typical colonial grid pattern. The city became capital of the republic in 1818 and modernization hit in the 1930s. Now, Santiago is one o f t h e m o s t conurbations in Latin America - and one with an amazing abundance of museums and two symphony orchestras. m o d e r n s i g h t s .

6. ROMANCE BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA The birthplace of the sensual tango is an incredibly romantic city to sashay to. Atmospheric old neighbourhoods present captivating corners and enticing restaurants to linger in. Restaurants and nightlife options are appealingly priced, making it even easier to enjoy any number of romantic meals out. PERU Lake Titicaca is the fabled origin of the Inca Empire. Often referred to as the world’s highest navigable lake,  Lake Titicaca  is located on the border of Bolivia and Peru. Couples looking for romance can explore its amazing array of islands, colourful Andean traditions, and experience the diversity of the region’s native inhabitants. MENDOZA, ARGENTINA Wine lovers can match their passion for travel in Mendoza, Argentina’s wine country. Mendoza, located at the base of the Andes Mountains where the altitude moderates the hot, dry climate, making it an ideal region for growing grapes. Experience Argentina’s renowned malbec wine on a tour of the area’s wineries followed by a gourmet dinner for some evening romance.

7. SNOWBOARDING PROVINCE OF MENDOZA Boasting the most challenging extreme ski runs in all of Latin America and one of the world's longest intermediate runs, Las Leñas offers 27 runs total in all levels of difficulty, as well as slalom stadium and unbeatable off-piste areas. Between summit and base lies a 4,000 foot vertical drop. PORTILLO, CHILE One of South America's largest ski resorts and Chile's oldest, Portillo is about two hours north of Santiago and offers 19 runs of all difficulty levels, skewing toward advanced and expert. The longest run is two miles. With just one hotel, crowds are small, and the feeling is intimate and refined.

8. RELAXATION PATAGONIA, ARGENTINA COSTA RICA Breath-taking mineral pools, magma-heated lagoons and toasty hot volcano-fed hot springs abound in Costa Rica. Perhaps the most famed is San Carlos hot springs, where shaman-led temazcal rituals include chanting and meditation at a traditional Mesoamerican sweat lodge and steaming waters await. Sizzling thermal waters flow from volcano-heated springs in remote, rugged Patagonia. It's the ideal spa destination for those who want some eco- adventure when they emerge from the therapeutic waters. The most decadent spa address is Puyuhuapi, in the north of the region, accessible only by boat.

9. CASINOS CASINO IGUAZU TRILENIUM CASINO Trilenium Casino accommodates an impressive 1 846 slot machines and 77 gaming tables in over 20 000 m² of gaming space spread throughout three floors of the building. This includes a plush VIP Hall. Trilenium Casino offers its guests the choice between two restaurants and two bars on all three levels, while there are also regular live shows and a f a n t a s t i c n i g h t l i f e . O n weekends, there are live shows featuring music genres such as jazz, blues and tango. The glamorous Casino Iguazu houses 30 gaming tables offering games such as Blackjack, Baccarat, Caribbean Stud Poker and Craps. There are also 196 modern electronic slot machines with progressive prizes, offering the hope of a massive jackpot prize, as well as video games, electronic roulette, video rollers, mechanical rollers and an entertaining “Royal Ascot” horse race.

10. SHOPPING BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA Latin America's shopping capital offers exciting experiences along its grand, wide boulevards. Galleria Pacifico and Patio Bullrich are upmarket malls, crammed with Argentine fashions. You'll find fabulous shoes, bags and other items for appealing prices throughout the city, known for its leather goods. RIO DE JANEIRO A proliferation of malls makes shopping a breeze in affordable Rio. Try Barrashopping, a vast complex of more than 600 stores. At Galeria River in Arpoador, a dozen stores cater to surfers and skaters. Alternatively, get a taste for Brazilian beach life and score souvenirs from vendors strolling the sands. SAO PAULO Sao Paulo is one of the most popular places for shopping, and while it isn't really the best place for bargain hunters, it has some of the best of Brazilian products side by side with international brands. There is a strong preference among the city's residents to go on shopping spree in the malls of the city, which offers protection from the unpredictable weather, with Cidade Jardim and Iguatemi both being very impressive and popular shopping malls.

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