South America

Bonito

Image: Natural Aquarium in Bonito, Brazil. Highlights – Ecotourism destination with a myriad of fun outdoor activities in southwestern Brazil.   Time of Visit:  June 2026 Duration of Visit: Three Nights Description Bonito is probably the ecotourism capital of Brazil.  Located in the southwestern part of the country in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, …

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Lençóis Maranhenses

Image: Scenery from the Emendadas Tour in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park in Brazil. Highlights – How to explore Lençóis Maranhenses National Park in Brazil from Santo Amaro. Time of Visit:  May to June 2026 Duration of Visit: Four Nights  Description Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a one of a kind destination in the world.  It …

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Fernando de Noronha

Image: Iconic Morro do Pico at Praia da Conceição, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil. Highlights – Fernando de Noronha is a tropical island destination with golden sand beaches, blue waters, wildlife and other adventure opportunities off the coast of Brazil. Time of Visit:  May 2026 Duration of Visit: Five Nights Description Fernando de Noronha is a …

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Pipa

Image: Praia Cacimbinhas, about 15 minutes south of Pipa, Brazil. Highlights – Pipa has sand dunes, dramatic beaches, lively nightlife, lots of restaurants and shops that makes it one of the popular destinations in Brazil.   Time of Visit:  May 2026 Duration of Visit: Five Nights Description Pipa is a laid-back beach town on Brazil’s northeastern …

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BUzios and Cabo Frio

Image: Praia do Forte, Cabo Frio, Brazil. Highlights – Buzios and Cabo Frio are two relaxing destinations less than four hour bus rides from Rio de Janeiro. Time of Visit:  May 2026 Duration of Visit: Two Nights in Buzios, Four Nights in Cabo Frio Description Buzios and Cabo Frio are two relaxing destinations less than …

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FloripA Island

Image: Dunas da Lagoa, Ilha de Santa Catarina (Floripa), Brazil. Highlights – Ilha da Santa Catarina or Floripa is a great island destination in Brazil if you like the beach.   Time of Visit:  May 2026 Duration of Visit: Five Nights Description Ilha da Santa Catarina is the geographical name of a wonderful island destination in …

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Mendoza Province Road Trip

Image: Parque Nacional Aconcagua along Ruta 7, Mendoza Province, Argentina. Highlights – A 16-night itinerary to visit scenic and cultural destinations in Mendoza Province, Argentina. Time of Visit:  April 2026 Duration of Visit:  16 Nights Description When most people hear the word “Mendoza, Argentina”, they most likely think about Malbec wine and the country’s fourth …

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Zipaquirá Salt Catheral

Image: The Salt Cathedral in Zipaquira, Colombia. Highlights – How to visit the Salt Cathedral in Zipaquira as a day trip from Bogotá, Colombia. Time of Visit:  March 2026 Duration of Visit: Day Trip from Bogotá Description The Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral is a huge cathedral carved inside a former salt mine.  It officially became a …

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