Colombia Blogs
Where Can I Go Now?
Thinking of travelling again soon? We are pleased to announce that many Latin American countries are safe to visit once […]
The Aficionados playlist for a Salsa fiesta
When I first arrived in Latin America, I imagined local music was panpipes and flute music, like El Condor Pasa. […]
The Lost City in Colombia
Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is the highest coastal mountain range in the world. Rising to 5.775m metres at […]
Our 7 favourite Colonial Cities of Latin America
Cartagena, Colombia Cartagena is a beguiling tropical port steeped in history and culture. The city lies on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. […]
6 Reasons to Visit Colombia
Colombia has shaken off its troubled past and emerged as one of the most welcoming countries in South America. Now […]
5 PLACES TO GET WINTER SUN IN LATIN AMERICA
The nights are long, cold grey skies loom and the scarves and hats are been pulled out. Winter is here. […]
BEN BOX – BIRDWATCHING IN COLOMBIA
As anyone who watches birds will tell you, the best times of day to go out with your binoculars are […]
The most luxurious things to do in Latin America
Those lucky few with deep pockets can experience Latin America in extraordinary ways. And why not? There’s been plenty of […]
Latin America’s top football teams
The beautiful game is by far the biggest sport in Latin America, nearing an obsession for many. Even if you’re […]
Where to watch Latin America’s famously melting sunset
Who doesn’t like a good sunset? One of life’s great joys is watching the melting ball of orange light […]
Latin America’s culinary capitals
Calling all foodies. More travellers are picking their holiday spots based on gastronomy than ever before. Latin America boasts some […]
10 off grid hotels in Latin America
Want to get away from the bustle of the city and truly understand a new culture or place? To do […]
Videos of the most magnificent birds in Latin America
Latin America has the most diverse range of avifauna on earth. More than 3,000 different species of birdlife can be […]
A guide to the best street food in Colombia
The best food of a country often comes from the streets. We’ve never quite worked out why, but perhaps it’s […]
Colombian changua soup recipe
Typically served for breakfast in the highlands of Colombia, this rich warming milk soup is perfect for a cold morning. […]
10 places in Latin America that will take your breath away
Latin America is so full of wonders, it’s almost impossible to pick just 10. Our travels have taken us all […]
5 cable cars to take in South America
Cable cars are, in our opinion, one of the best modes of transport. Quick, no traffic and it’s possible to […]
The best street food you can get for under $5 in Latin America
Latin America isn’t short on street snacks. Like much of the world, some of the tastiest cuisine gets cooked on […]
Best places to go surfing in Latin America
The thousands of kilometres of coastline that make up South, Central and North America have some of the world’s best […]
25 random but interesting facts about Latin America you probably didn’t know
Angel Falls in Venezuela is one of the largest waterfalls in the world with a height of almost 1 kilometre. […]
Bolitas de yuca y queso recipe
These delicious crispy balls are made up from yuca (also known as cassava or manioc) and melted cheese. To get […]
Santuario de las Lajas is one of the world’s most beautiful churches
Not only is this Basilica church one of the world’s most beautiful, it’s also located in the one of the […]
10 of the best national parks in Latin America
Wild and untamed, the national parks of Latin America are havens for adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers and hikers. […]
740 steps lead to the top of this monolithic rock formation in Colombia
La Piedra or ‘The Stone’ is located an hour or two north of Medellin near the town of Guatapé, the […]
The underground Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira in Colombia is simply awesome
There is something awe inspiring about this underground church – the simply carved naves lit with a neon blue light […]
How to spend the perfect day in Cartagena
The colourful city of Cartagena sits on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Its charming colonial old town, friendly locals, laid-back Caribbean vibe […]
The Lost City, Colombia’s Machu Picchu
The Lost City (or Ciudad Perdida) is Colombia’s Machu Picchu. This ancient city located in the Sierra Nevada, was founded […]
The Best Places To travel In 2016
The New Year is almost upon us. In celebration here’s our pick of the best places to visit in Latin […]
Rolling Stones are coming to Latin America
The Rolling Stones are touring Latin America in early 2016. The group need no introduction. Their music career took off […]
The 20 Best Hikes In Latin America
There are so many amazing hikes you can do through the Americas ranging from light days hikes to serious mountaineering […]
Meet us at the Birdfair
We are pleased to announce Select Latin America will be having a stand at the Birdfair taking place at Rutland […]
August kite flying festival in Villa de Leyva
During August the UNESCO town of Villa de Leyva in Colombia sees strong winds making it the perfect time for […]
The 20 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Latin America
Best for Birding Name – Atlantic Forest Reserves Country – Brazil Date of inscription – 1999 Why it’s the best […]
8 Best Beaches In Latin America
Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Flickr/Daniel Amariles Best city beach. Sancho Beach, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil Flickr/Jorge Pindorama Best […]
Our 20 favourite places in Latin America
Latin America is a culturally and geographically diverse place. Here’s 20 places (in no particular order) you absolutely have to […]
South America Flag Map
by thedavefoster. This map shows the flags of South America laid out on a map of the continent, leading viewers […]
Celebrating Christmas Latin American Style
Argentina Flickr/N i c o l a Christmas in Argentina has is heavily influenced by Europe and North America although […]
12 Classic Films Set In Latin America You Have To Watch At Least Once
1. Diarios De Motocicleta / The Motorcycle Diaries (2004) The Motorcycle Diaries follows the account of the young Che Guevara […]
Our Top 25 Most Unique Hotels In Latin America
From floating hotels on a Uruguayan lake to an aircraft nestled amongst trees in Costa Rica’s rainforest, we’ve searched high […]
A Guide To The National Drinks Of Latin America
National drinks throughout Latin America vary immensely. Some opt for teas, others beer or liquor. Of course, there is also […]
What To Eat For Breakfast In Each Latin American Country
Breakfast in Latin America varies immensely between countries and also regions. You’re not going to, for example, find the same […]
Zingy Colombian Avocado Soup
Flickr/thedabblist A beautifully fresh and zingy Colombian soup that can be served either hot or chilled. Ingredients 1 tbs butter […]
10 ancient South American wonders you absolutely need to visit
1. Machu Picchu Pedro Szekely/Flickr Where: Cuzco, Peru What: Extremely well preserved (and restored) 15th century Inca settlement located in […]
We have launched our new brochure. Get it hot off the press
We are pleased to announce the publication of new brochure. This beautiful 96 page full colour booklet is packed full […]
The Amazonian Manatee
Wikipedia: Mwanner The Amazonian Manatee has got to be one of the most intriguing looking mammals in Latin America. They […]
An exhibition and workshop on Andean Quinoa
Flickr/USDAgov The Andean cereal Quinoa is finally becoming recognised as one of earth’s most important foods. An exhibition and workshops […]
NEW SPECIES OF TAPIR
A new species of tapir, has been identified by scientists in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil and Colombia. The new […]
Olinguito, a new mammal species discovered
The first new carnivorous mammal in 35 years has been discovered hiding in the cloud forests of Ecuador and Colombia. […]
CARTAGENA – COLOMBIA’S CARIBBEAN TREASURE
I recently had the good fortune to make a flying visit to Cartagena, Colombia’s lively Caribbean port city. Cartagena is […]
‘Lost Kingdoms of South America’
Three bespoke adventure ideas following in the footsteps of Dr Jago Copper on his quest to discover the Lost Kingdoms […]
Hacienda Venecia
Visiting Hacienda Venecia was one of the highlights of my recent visit to Colombia. Venecia is a fourth generation coffee […]