Penguins enchant many of us with their unique behaviours and striking appearances. South America and Antarctica are home to several […]

When it comes to horse riding, Latin America is a paradise for equine enthusiasts. From the vast grasslands of Argentina […]

This time of year is ideal to dream about places to go in 2023 or beyond. Here is our list […]

Thinking of travelling again soon? We are pleased to announce that many Latin American countries are safe to visit once […]

A Voyage of Discovery to the Spice Islands The Portuguese explorer Fernão de Magalhães set sail 500 years ago seeking […]

The Fatal Attraction Charles Darwin spent more time around the archipelago of Tierra del Fuego than he did in the […]

From riding with the gauchos, boating below a waterfall, to hiking on ice, Argentina has a wealth of activities that […]

South America’s air network is set to soar as Virgin Atlantic is launching a daily service between Heathrow and São […]

In January 2019, scientists working off southern Chile saw apparently a new species of Orca or killer whale. The whales, […]

There’s not been a better time to visit the spectacular fjords of Tierra del Fuego than since the recent launch […]

It’s little known about and rarely visited, but in the heart of Argentina’s Pampas is a guitar-shaped forest created from […]

Planning a break in Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires? You’ll find plenty of information about the city’s iconic landmarks but there’s […]

Those lucky few with deep pockets can experience Latin America in extraordinary ways. And why not? There’s been plenty of […]

The beautiful game is by far the biggest sport in Latin America, nearing an obsession for many. Even if you’re […]

  Who doesn’t like a good sunset? One of life’s great joys is watching the melting ball of orange light […]

Think you’ve got fluent Spanish down? When you land in Buenos Aires, you’ll find how much different the street language […]

The Andes runs all along the spine of South America. Stretching from Colombia in the tropical north to Patagonia in […]

Calling all foodies. More travellers are picking their holiday spots based on gastronomy than ever before. Latin America boasts some […]

Two days is never enough to truly discover a place, but sometimes that’s all you’ve got. Use this handy little […]

Want to get away from the bustle of the city and truly understand a new culture or place? To do […]

The mighty Andean condor is iconic in Latin America and tops most bird and wildlife lovers’ list of species to […]

Argentina ranges from tropics to frozen steppes. It’s a mecca for outdoorsy types who descend each summer to hike along […]

The Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA) The Museo de Art Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (shortened to MALBA) […]

It’s not called the ‘Paris of Latin America’ for nothing. This beautiful city is the historical, cultural, and artistic hub […]

Brazil’s Iguaçu Falls National Park is full of exotic wildlife. Exploring the tropical waterfalls is a real ‘bucket-list’ experience, but […]

Thinking of travelling to Latin America in 2017? With such a huge area spanning two continents, we thought we’d put […]

The world is full of colourful festivals and none come as colourful as those in Latin America. While Carnival in […]

Angel Falls in Venezuela is one of the largest waterfalls in the world with a height of almost 1 kilometre. […]

Such variety of landscapes makes Latin America an amazing place to see from above. Take a bird’s eye view down […]

Wild and untamed, the national parks of Latin America are havens for adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers and hikers. […]

At 2.7 million km², Argentina is the 8th largest country in the world. It’s therefore hardly surprising that geographically, the […]

Alvear Palace, Argentina The elegant Alvear Palace, located in the upmarket Recoleta district in Buenos Aires, was built in the […]

Otavalo Market, Otavalo Located in the northern Ecuadorian town of the same name, Otavalo is perhaps one of the most […]

Eva Perón was the first lady of Argentina between 1946 and 1952. Also named Evita, she played an important role […]

Aerial footage from drones is fast becoming the most creative way to make short travel films. Capturing Latin America’s diverse […]

Latin America is a land of epic landscapes. Tropical rainforests, windswept steppes, towering glaciers and cascading waterfalls. Iguazu Falls borders […]

1. Che Guevara’s real name is in fact Ernest Lynch. 2. He was the descendant of a half Irish family. […]

Most people who drink wine are familiar with Malbec, the national grape of Argentina, but less is known about the […]

Indulge your sweet tooth If you’ve never tried dulce de leche you are in for a real treat. The thick, […]

Termas Papallacta, Ecuador The Termas Papallacta hot springs a located around forty miles east of Quito.  Squeezed in an Andean […]

The New Year is almost upon us. In celebration here’s our pick of the best places to visit in Latin […]

The Rolling Stones are touring Latin America in early 2016. The group need no introduction. Their music career took off […]

Compared to most continents, railways in Latin America are few and far between. Most have been left to fall into […]

Latin America is simply one of the best continents for birding on earth. In total there are over 3,000 species […]

As we edge ever closer to the winter months, the hearty rich Argentine stew of beef, potatoes, corn, and fruit […]

There are so many amazing hikes you can do through the Americas ranging from light days hikes to serious mountaineering […]

The village of Bahia Bustamente in the Patagonian Chubut province on the Atlantic coast of Argentina has just 40 people. […]

A couple of hours east of Buenos Aires in the heart of the Pampas is the town of San Antonio […]

We are pleased to announce Select Latin America will be having a stand at the Birdfair taking place at Rutland […]

Best for Birding Name – Atlantic Forest Reserves Country – Brazil Date of inscription – 1999 Why it’s the best […]

Great news! Aerolineas Argentinas has recently launched direct flights between Iguazu and El Calafate. This joins two of Latin America’s […]

In Argentina’s arid and mountainous Northwest there are two striking roads. One is a nearly 20km straight road that follows […]

Dulce de leche is a seriously addictive South American caramel that’s becoming increasingly popular in the UK. For the sweet-toothed […]

Pedro Almodóvar presents Wild Tales, a series of six fables exploring the most extreme effects of the stresses of modern […]

This wonderful footage was taken by two of our clients on their trip near to the Valdes Peninsula in Argentina. […]

Flickr/Jess J This is one of the most delicious things you can eat in Argentina. A simple concoction of spicy […]

The coffeehouses of Buenos Aires have played an important role in Argentine society since the mid-19th century. Although some have […]

by thedavefoster. This map shows the flags of South America laid out on a map of the continent, leading viewers […]

Argentina Flickr/N i c o l a Christmas in Argentina has is heavily influenced by Europe and North America although […]

Guest Blog: Philip & Gillian Moss came on a four week bespoke adventure through Argentina and Chile. Below they write […]

William Henry Hudson was a gifted writer born on the Argentine Pampas in 1841 and grew up surrounded by nature. […]

1. Diarios De Motocicleta  / The Motorcycle Diaries (2004) The Motorcycle Diaries follows the account of the young Che Guevara […]

From floating hotels on a Uruguayan lake to an aircraft nestled amongst trees in Costa Rica’s rainforest, we’ve searched high […]

National drinks throughout Latin America vary immensely. Some opt for teas, others beer or liquor. Of course, there is also […]

Breakfast in Latin America varies immensely between countries and also regions. You’re not going to, for example, find the same […]

1. Snorkel with whale sharks on Mexico’s Holbox Island http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huIS3klnbCQ 2. Track wild jaguars in Brazil’s Pantanal wetlands 3. Hike […]

Ever fancied whale watching from below the surface of the water but anxious about being in the water? We might […]

Mate is a traditional herbal tea commonly consumed in the southern cone of South America. Its named after the mate […]

In June the Inca trail system was officially declared a World Heritage Patrimony by the UNESCO. Its Quichuan name Qhapaq […]

We are pleased to announce the publication of new brochure. This beautiful 96 page full colour booklet is packed full […]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-iTbIR45MQ&feature=youtu.be Fancy a different way of exploring Patagonia? Why not trying our new Patagonia Overland Safari tour? This can be […]

I recently re-visited the Iguazú Falls in Argentina and Brazil. Justifiably said to be one of the natural wonders of […]

Natural horsemanship popularly known as ‘horse whispering’, is an ancient technique used to train horses in a kinder and gentler […]

Flickr/Enrico Matteucci For many Argentines, the 29th of each month is Ñoquis (gnocchi) day. Gnocchi, for those who haven’t heard […]

We’ve teamed up with luxury Argentine leather artisans Estados to offer two lucky winners a choice of either a handmade […]

“Poets, like the blind, can see in the dark.” Jorge Luis Borges Jorge Luis Borges was an Argentine poet and […]

These adjacent national parks are in the mountainous desert region of north-western Argentina. The spectacular red-coloured rocks were formed by […]

Patagonia is known for its unspoilt wilderness and unique opportunities to see animals. Punta Tombo, is a peninsula located on […]

Argentina is gearing up for an influx of tourists looking to follow in the footsteps of the new Pope Francis. […]

Argentines will claim the national sweet in the country has to be the alfajor,  though Peruvians have their own version […]

Whilst trekking in the renowned Torres del Paine national park in Chile I had a close encounter with the South […]

Buenos Aires can be quite frenetic but luckily there are many ways to escape from the city, leave all worries […]

Mountain sickness, also referred to as “soroche” in Spanish, is a common problem experienced by some travellers who arrive in […]