Sloths are among the most intriguing mammals in the Neotropics. Their deliberate movements and peaceful demeanour have earned them global […]

Brazil has added another gem to its crown of natural wonders. The sweeping dunes and lagoons of the Lençóis Maranhenses […]

I had previously travelled around Brazil’s massive coast, but this time I was off to explore the interior. Nestled in […]

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

The Pantanal in Brazil is the world’s largest tropical wetland spanning over 140,000 square kilometres. It’s a biodiversity hotspot, home […]

2024 is upon us, but have you thought about where you’ll be travelling this year? With a wealth of places […]

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 […]

Cartagena, Colombia Cartagena is a beguiling tropical port steeped in history and culture. The city lies on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. […]

Giant otters are found in the great rivers and wetlands in South America. They are the largest otter species in […]

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

David and his team have been organising our trips to South America for nearly 20 years now. We have previously […]

Rio Carnival, the largest outdoor street party in the world, might not be until February, but if you’re looking to […]

The are several species of tamarin monkeys that live in the Amazon Basin, but one of the most common is […]

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

The Amazon is a wonderous place teeming with exotic flora and fauna. It’s one of South America’s most iconic destinations. […]

Sao Paulo gets overshadowed by its neighbour Rio de Janeiro. Plenty of things reward those who make the effort to […]

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 […]

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

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

One of the easiest and most delicious Brazilian desserts, Quindim is popular across the country and makes a fine ending […]

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

Latin America has the most diverse range of avifauna on earth. More than 3,000 different species of birdlife can be […]

It might only seem like the last Carnival was just yesterday, but we’re quickly racing towards 2018. If you want […]

Seeing a clay lick Parrot clay licks can be found throughout the Amazon. Hundreds of parrots and macaws descend upon […]

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

Latin America is so full of wonders, it’s almost impossible to pick just 10. Our travels have taken us all […]

Cable cars are, in our opinion, one of the best modes of transport. Quick, no traffic and it’s possible to […]

Deforestation continues to sweep through the Amazon rainforest. A 2016 project by French street artist Philippe Echaroux aimed to draw […]

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

If you’re looking for a day-trip or weekend getaway from Rio de Janeiro, there are several excellent options right on […]

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

These fried pea balls are commonly found on the streets of Brazil’s northern Bahia state. They are also used in […]

Discovering a potentially priceless gem only makes visiting the beautiful Chapada Diamantina (‘plateau of diamonds’) even more compelling. In the […]

Just a few hours away from Rio de Janeiro off the southern coast of Brazil is one of the country’s […]

About to visit Rio de Janeiro or thinking or going to the cidade maravilhosa? Take a look at twenty things […]

Latin America isn’t short on street snacks. Like much of the world, some of the tastiest cuisine gets cooked on […]

Imagine that all of your friends, family and anyone you have ever known have been massacred. No other speaks your […]

Many countries around the world love to erect religious monuments, but in Latin America they are particularly impressive. While most […]

The thousands of kilometres of coastline that make up South, Central and North America have some of the world’s best […]

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. […]

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

On the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro lies the Pedra da Gavea mountain, a beautiful spot that overlooks the city […]

Latin America is full of wonders. The diverse landscapes make for an equally diverse set of species. Roaming jaguars, gentle […]

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 […]

Pelé is considered the greatest football player of all time. The Brazilian revolutionised the beautiful game with his creative and […]

MAM Rio MAM Rio (Museum of Modern Art Rio) is housed in a spectacular modernist building created by Affonso Eduardo […]

If you haven’t tried the Brazilian national cocktail caipirinha, you are in for a real treat. Similar to mojito, but […]

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

What could be better than spending lazy days on the fabulous beaches in northern Brazil’s Bahian coastline? Select Latin America […]

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

Rio de Janeiro really does have it all. A year round sunny climate, an energetic and dynamic city, white sandy […]

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

A little history… Brasilia is the capital of Brazil. It is located inland and is somewhat unique in the country […]

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

I recently travelled to Brazil’s northern Pantanal and took a short trip to spot Jaguars. Brazil’s Pantanal is probably the […]

Brazil has some of the finest hotels in the world. Here’s a rundown of the 38 most luxurious properties from […]

Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Flickr/Daniel Amariles Best city beach. Sancho Beach, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil Flickr/Jorge Pindorama Best […]

Latin America is a culturally and geographically diverse place. Here’s 20 places (in no particular order) you absolutely have to […]

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 […]

Brigadeiros are a highly calorific traditional Brazilian sweet, rather like a truffle made with butter and condensed milk. They are […]

1. Rio de Janeiro has 56 miles of beaches Flickr/Alex Schwab 2. Corcovado, the mountain on which Christ the Redeemer […]

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

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Having spent a week in the biggest city in South America, São Paulo, I took a flight to Alta Floresta […]

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 […]

1. 93% of new cars sold in Brazil run from an ethanol created from sugar cane Flickr/Belenos Govannon 2. Brazil […]

We’ve been creating memorable adventures around Brazil for almost 30 years. Here’s a collection of some of my old black […]

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

RELATED: Our picks for the 2018 hotspots in Latin America

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

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

Photo: Rodrigo Gianesi These delicious little cheese breads are popular throughout Brazil, particularly in the state of Minas Gerais where […]

1. Sunset over the Bahian coast 2. Hiking in Chapada Diamantes 3. Scuba diving off Fernando de Noronha 4. Dolphin […]

Bossa Nova has an interesting history. Created in Rio de Janeiro in the late 1950s it rose in popularity over […]

The FIFA 2014 world cup is just around the corner, but how much of a fan of ‘the beautiful game’ […]

Wikipedia: Mwanner The Amazonian Manatee has got to be one of the most intriguing looking mammals in Latin America. They […]

Uyuni Salt Flats, Bolivia This has got to be at the top of the list. This vast expanse of salt […]

A new species of tapir, has been identified by scientists in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil and Colombia. The new […]

A new kind of river dolphin has been discovered in the Araguaia River in north eastern Brazil. This is the […]

Though the Amazon is by far the greatest river in the World in volume, arguments have gone on for years […]

Alex Atala, the owner and chef of the São Paulo restaurant D.O.M has for the last few years been at […]

The young Brazilian Flavia Coelho is making waves with her unique sound that comes from the blend of samba, bossa-nova […]

So, the draw has taken place and England will be playing their first game against Italy  in the city of […]

Many think of the Caipirinha when thinking of Brazilian drinks, and rightly so.  A delicious mix of Cachaça Brazilian rum, […]

Come and see jaguars for yourself on our Brazilian Safari trip. RELATED: The Jaguar Express Visit 

Sebastião Salgado’s Genesis is a photographic exploration of the World’s wilderness areas. The photographer spent eight years spent travelling the […]

The iconic Sugarloaf Mountain Aerial Tram was built in 1912, which helped to turn Rio de Janeiro into a major […]

There have been so many award ceremonies recently, the Oscars, Baftas and Grammys to name a few that we felt […]

Feijoada, the national dish of Brazil – a hearty bean stew traditionally made using the tails, trotters and ears. Here’s […]

February is festival season in South America from one of the biggest in the world, the riotous colourful spectacle that […]

RELATED: Discovering the treasures of Brazil’s ‘Plateau of Diamonds’

Some stores in London have already got Christmas departments. Why not avoid the chilly festive season altogether and head to […]

Moqueca, also spelled muqueca, is a tasty Brazilian seafood stew based on fish, onions, garlic, tomatoes and coriander. This traditional […]

We were having a day dream at Select HQ about Paraty so thought we’d share a photo. Enjoy!  

Latin American-inspired menus are about to hit the Scene in London and cities around the country: A Brazilian barbecue restaurant […]

I was more surprised to see a family of these beasts walking beside an urban pond near Belo Horizonte in […]

The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is located in Maranhão state, in north-eastern Brazil. Composed of large, white, sweeping dunes, at […]

Google’s next Street View project will capture 360-degree images of the Amazon to share the area’s environment and culture with […]

RELATED: New Species of Dolphin A dramatic video showing 30 beached dolphins being rescued by holiday-makers  in Brazil has become an […]