Destination: Lima
Emerging Cuisine Peru’s Mega-Capital Is A Foodie Haven Lima has been around since 1535 — the Aliaga House is almost as old as Lima itself — but its recent history is often about its culinary scene. Because of immigration patterns, there’s a major Asian fusion trend in the city, and restaurants like La Picanteria and Astrid y Gaston are standouts. … Read More
Destination: Arequipa / Lake Titicaca / Colca Canyon
The Southern Part of the Peruvian Andes Sadly a bit over shadowed by Machu Pichu and the Sacred Valley. Arequipa makes a great starting point or end to your Peruvian adventure. Great for culture and food. Arequipa is a wonderful place to relax and acclimate for a few nights prior to going to Cusco. There are flights almost every half … Read More
Destination: Australia
Whizz Off to Oz Fabulous Reefs, and Fabled Wine Country Rock on down under with an Aboriginal walk around Uluru (a.k.a. Ayers Rock). On the coast, scuba dive the Great Barrier Reef, surf the breaks at Bells Beach, or drive the Great Ocean Road past lonely beaches and dramatic cliffs. Meet kangaroos, koalas, and wallabies at Kangaroo Island, watch the … Read More
Destination: Cusco / The Sacred Valley / Machu Picchu
An Incan Treasure The Sweetheart of Peru’s Sacred Valley Some travelers simply use Cuzco as a stop on their way to Machu Picchu, but this vibrant UNESCO World Heritage Site deserves its own time and attention. The itinerary might include touring its magnificent baroque cathedrals, shopping at the bustling San Pedro Market, learning how chocolate is made at the ChocoMuseo, … Read More
Destination: Peru
Beyond the Inca Peru Has More to Offer Than Romance Among the Ruins You’ll forge unforgettable memories hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu’s ruins, but Peru is no one-hit wonder. Watch Andean condors circle above Colca Canyon, take a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines, which form shapes apparent only from the air, and gaze at the serrated silhouette … Read More
Destination: Marquesas Islands • French Polynesia
The Land of History and Intrigue Located far north of the Society Islands, halfway to the Hawaiian Islands, the Marquesas Islands are a destination unto themselves. Imagine seeing rays of sunshine filter through the clouds over sharp mountain peaks, creating a scene you’ve only experienced in a photo or painting. Luscious islands emerge from the Pacific Ocean, a land of … Read More
Destination: Tuamotu Archipelago • French Polynesia
A Paradise location for Divers of all levels of experience. Featuring amazing pink sand beaches lined with swaying coconut palms, a crystal clear ocean that’s warm to the touch, the 76 islands and atolls within the Tuamotu Archipelago are spread over an area of more than 700,000 sq. mi. (2 million km²) in the South Pacific. It’s a land where … Read More
Destination: Mangareva & the Gambier Islands • French Polynesia
A Secluded Group of Islands The remote Mangareva & the Gambier Islands lie just a little more than 1,000 miles (1,600 kilometers) southeast of Tahiti. Polynesian mythology tells of Mangareva being lifted from the ocean floor by the demi-god Maui. The mountains of Mangareva rise over the surrounding islands and the luminous lagoon like a great cathedral. Although once the … Read More
Destination: Philippines
Nature Haven a spot for your inner explorer to shine Bio-diverse, bright, sunny and tropical can all aptly describe the Philippine islands. Just shy of 2,000 kilometers long from the top of Luzon to the foot of Mindanao, this 7,107-island nation accommodates various demographics, with broad mountain ranges to hike, caves to explore, flat plains to rummage through, underwater landscapes … Read More
Destination: Namibia
Skeleton Coast … and much more Namibia regularly comes back as an underrated top experience of many global travelers; the nation combines true beauty with first-class lodging potential. The Skeleton Coast is oft-visited; it’s a stretch of coastal land with numerous shipwrecks, the local Himsa people, and diverse wildlife (including flamingos and elephants). Cape Cross, located on the Skeleton Coast, … Read More
Destination: Chile
Heavenly Escape fly her to the moon and let her play among the stars Explore Chile’s otherworldly beauty with a ramble across the lunar-like landscape of the Valley of the Moon, a glimpse at the glittering planets from La Serena’s multi-million dollar observatories, and a cruise among ethereal southern fjords. Gape at the 10,000-foot peaks that pierce the sky in … Read More
Destination: Uruguay
“Steak” a claim… this South American country is a feast for the senses From chivito steak sandwiches to morcilla salada sausages washed down with local wines, you’ll definitely eat well in Uruguay. Burn off those calories with a stroll along La Rambla, a coastal path that draws all walks of life in the culture-rich capital of Montevideo, or a turn … Read More