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Our picks for the 2023 hotspots in Latin America
2023 is upon us, but have you thought about where you’ll be travelling this year? With a wealth of places …
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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 …
Visit 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites on this Yucatan self-drive
The Yucatán peninsula in eastern Mexico borders both Belize and Guatemala and offers a diverse range of flora, fauna and …
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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. …
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Holbox – Mexico
The small island of Holbox (pronounced Hole-Bosh) is a barefoot paradise off Mexico’s Caribbean coast. Though not far from Cancun …
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. …
San Miguel de Allende best small city in the world 2018
San Miguel de Allende in Mexico is acclaimed as the ‘Best Small City in the World for 2018’ at the …
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Frida Kahlo: Making Her Self Up
Frida Kahlo: Making Her Self Up is at the V&A museum in London. This is the first exhibition outside of …
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 …
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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 …
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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 …
The best bars in Mexico City
Mexico City is one of the world’s largest cities. What better way to meet other travellers and locals than at …
How to spend the perfect day in Puerto Vallarta
The sleepy city of Puerto Vallarta has been drawing in tourists for more than 50 years. It was brought to …
Authentic Mexican steak quesadilla recipe
Quesadillas are a street food favourite in Mexico. The basic recipe are floury tortillas toasted with cheese, but they can …
Interesting spots for art lovers in Latin America
The Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA) The Museo de Art Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (shortened to MALBA) …
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This traveler captured all 147 underground stations in Mexico City
Mexico City is geographically one of the biggest cities in the world, and the largest metropolitan area in the …
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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 …
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10 prawn dishes you have to try on the Riviera Nayarit
The Riviera Nayarit lies along the western coast of Mexico. The beautiful region is known for its white sandy palm …
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Authentic Mexican carne asado taco recipe
Tacos are synonymous with Mexico. This classic recipe for carne asado (barbequed meat) tacos is one of the best we’ve …
2017 Latin America travel bucket list
Thinking of travelling to Latin America in 2017? With such a huge area spanning two continents, we thought we’d put …
Interesting facts about Mexico you probably didn’t know
31 states and Mexico City make up the country officially known as the United Mexican States (Estados Únidos Mexicanos) Mexico …
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Latin America’s most colourful festivals
The world is full of colourful festivals and none come as colourful as those in Latin America. While Carnival in …
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 …
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7 amazing religious statues in Latin America
Many countries around the world love to erect religious monuments, but in Latin America they are particularly impressive. While most …
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. …
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Delicious Baja-style Mexican fish taco recipes
They may be a bit of a faff to make, but you won’t be disappointed with these delicious Baja-style fish …
Mexican menudo roja recipe
Menudo is a hearty Mexican soup made from tripe (beef stomach) and plenty of chili. While tripe is not the …
9 insanely luxurious hotels around Latin America
Alvear Palace, Argentina The elegant Alvear Palace, located in the upmarket Recoleta district in Buenos Aires, was built in the …
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If you are a wildlife lover you shouldn’t miss out on these amazing experiences
Latin America is full of wonders. The diverse landscapes make for an equally diverse set of species. Roaming jaguars, gentle …
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The best drone footage of Latin America
Aerial footage from drones is fast becoming the most creative way to make short travel films. Capturing Latin America’s diverse …
The Life of Mexican Artist Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo has been hailed by many as Mexico’s greatest artist. She was born in 1907 in Mexico City to …
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 7 best train rides in Latin America
Compared to most continents, railways in Latin America are few and far between. Most have been left to fall into …
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 …
6 Gastronomic Experiences in Mexico
Much of the Mexican food one eats outside the country is a mixture of the many dishes that make up …
Searching for Sugarman: the ‘70’s Rock Icon Who Never Was
Searching for Sugarman is an Oscar winning true-life documentary about a Mexican-American folk musician who lived in poverty and obscurity …
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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 …
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 …
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8 Amazing Things To Do in Puerto Vallarta And The Riviera Nayarit
Our product manager has just returned from the city of Puerto Vallarta located on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Below …
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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 …
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 …
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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 …
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Eleven Amazing Experiences You Can Have In Latin America [VID]
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 …
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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 …
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The Firefly Sanctuary
Head outside of Mexico City to nearby Tlaxcala between June and August and you can witness one of the world’s …
Mexico City’s Island of Dolls
Flickr/Esparta Palma If you are looking for something a little different on your travel’s how about a visit to the …
A guide to Mexico City street food
Street food in any country tend to be the best places to find authentic cuisine, and in Mexico it’s no …
Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is often confused with Halloween as it closely follows the holiday. Its …
Flight of the Butterflies the film premier
Photo courtesy of Adrian Pope. Event by Mexico Tourist Board. David had the great pleasure of attending the premier of …
Merida, capital of the Yucatan
Capital of the state of Yucatan, the colonial city of Merida was founded over an ancient Maya city. The narrow …
Mexican Region becomes Biosphere Reserve
El Pinacate and Gran Desierto de Altar in Mexico has just become a biosphere reserve and are of great scientific …
Mexico: A Revolution in Art, 1910 – 1940
Opening this week, at London’s prestigious Royal Academy of Art, this exhibition features art of the Mexican Revolution. The turmoil …
Happy Valentines Day
Happy Valentines Day! Why not plan a trip to Galapagos with your loved one? You could take inspiration from the …
Hidden Mexico, Xochicalco
Teotihuacan ruins tends to get the majority of visitors in Central Mexico, however Xochicalco is less crowded, is smaller in …
Where does Tequila come from?
The fiery drink of Tequila has been rapidly gaining international popularity for years now. The town of Tequila, birthplace of …
Day of the Dead
The Mexican holiday Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos is on November 2nd, though the tradition has evolved …
Teothihuacan
Teotihuacan was the centre of a great civilization which extended its influence over much of Mesoamerica. Once the largest city …