Mexico is known for its cuisine, art… archaeology, history, pyramids, music, museums, haciendas, 9,600 km (6,000 mi) of shoreline, superb architecture, weather from snow-capped mountains in the Sierras to rainy jungles in the southeast and desert in the northwest, many golf courses and excellent fishing. Along with Chile, Colombia, and Peru, this once-poor nation is one of the Pacific Pumas, … Read More
Where Water Adventures and Seaside Relaxation Meet The Cayman Islands are an unmatched tropical paradise, with palm trees dotting the white sandy beaches and stunning dive sites off every shore. Strut the streets of the cosmopolitan Grand Cayman, stretch out on the glittering shores of Seven Mile Beach, and venture on to the shallow sandbars of Stingray City. Then unwind … Read More
Sacred Buddhism – An Important Journey But Often with Strife For most of its independent existence, Myanmar (sometimes called Burma) has seen a good deal of ethnic violence and civil wars. As such, it can be a challenge to travel there — but if you do so, working with a connected Virtuoso advisor, it’s among the most remarkable places on … Read More
Be Bowled Over colorful contrasts, exotic towns, vibrant escape Touring Bolivia is like riding a rainbow, with its green Amazonian jungles, white-capped Andean mountains, pink flamingos wading in the red waters of Laguna Colorada, and cerulean skies reflected in Lake Titicaca. Browse for flamboyant souvenirs in the chaotic markets of La Paz, blink at the bright-white colonial facades in Sucre, … Read More
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
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
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
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
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
Sunny Side Up Tropical Paradise And A Diver’s Heaven All resorts in the Maldives are their own island — so choose wisely in terms of amenities within the resort. The waters are warm, the visibility on dives is incredible, and it’s considered one of the globe’s top honeymoon destinations for its beauty and serenity. The sea planes from Male to … Read More
Lust For Life discover a wild and beautiful country Brazil has famous beaches but you can also paddle through the Amazon, hike and bike in Chapada Diamantina National Park, and take a dip in aqua-blue lagoons cradled by the dunes in Lençóis National Park. Tourist Visa for US Citizens: No longer needed for entry, thank goodness. US Department of State … Read More
Drama Aplenty… Argentina’s varied landscape is a roller-coaster ride Fall in love all over again beside Iguazu Falls, a crashing confluence of cascades tumbling over a plateau bordering Argentina and Brazil. Feel your hearts pound in unison while rock climbing in Patagonia’s Los Glaciares National Park or hiking Tierra del Fuego’s Glaciar Martial. Drink a toast to a fine romance … Read More
