Caribbean, Central & South America

“South America teaches you that maps lie — the real world is in the unexpected.”

— Pablo Neruda

Find a place in Caribbean, Central & South America

Checking In At The End Of The World

The world's southernmost hotel has officially opened, and the neighbours are penguins. Well, almost.

10 Reasons Peru is More Than Machu Picchu

Mention Peru and everyone thinks Machu Picchu. Fair enough. But beyond the famous citadel lies Amazon jungle, endless Pacific waves, ancient cultures, wild adventures and one of the world’s great food scenes. Machu Picchu? Absolutely. Just don’t think that’s where Peru ends.

The Coconut Banger’s Ball

On twin Caribbean isles, Flash Parker discovers the type of tropical paradise most of us believe disappeared long ago.

Putting the Art in Cartagena

Colombia’s Caribbean coastline is home to a city that has seen the worst of history. Thankfully, as Cam Cope discovers, it now seems destined for a far more creative future.

Power in the Beat

There’s more to carnival than dancing in the streets. Geoff Stellfox discovers celebration and protest coursing through the Uruguayan capital.

Get High in the Peruvian Andes

High in the clouds in the Andean mountains, Roberto Serrini gets a taste of two worlds: one where ancient cultures still thrive and another that values a touch of luxury after a long day exploring.

This Shiny New Hotel Is Disappearing Into The World’s Largest Salt Flat

Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni is getting five shiny new bedrooms in the middle of absolutely nowhere.

Lençóis Maranhenses: Brazil's sweeping dunes

After a day in the sun, you could be forgiven for thinking this magical expanse of sand and water is a mirage.

Colombia and Guatemala Just Got The Dr. Jones Treatment

There are easier ways to get from Colombia to Guatemala. Dr. Jones has chosen a more expensive route.