Category: Culture
Water Fight! The Andean Roots of Carnival in Ecuador
Experience Ecuador’s Carnival and you can expect to get wet – juegos de agua (water games) take center stage in 8 days of wild celebrations!
South America Travel: An Introduction to Carnival
Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro has achieved fame as the world’s biggest party. Celebrated in February, it’s a festival with roots in Catholic religion.
The Best Museums in Buenos Aires
July is a great time to visit Buenos Aires, the weather might be chilly, but the city heats up with a myriad of concerts, festivals, and exhibitions.
The 2012 Buenos Aires Tango Festival
The passion of the South American lifestyle is fully reflected in the vigor and liveliness of the tango, an iconic dance which hails straight from the heart of Argentina: Buenos Aires.
Christmas and New Year’s Eve in Chile
If you too are feeling tempted to fly away toward exotic and warm destinations to enjoy Christmas under coconut trees in Chile!
Chile Celebrates 200 Years of Independence
In less than ten days Chile will officially commemorate 200 years of independent history, kicking off a celebration that promises to be as rich and diverse as its past.
The 5 Best Books about South America
Guidebooks are great, but if you really want to prepare for your next trip to South America, take a look at some of Latin America’s literary masterpieces before you board the plane.
The Brazilian Grand Prix: Glory Days at Interlagos
The Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace, or Interlagos circuit, is one of the most famous Formula 1 tracks in the world. Learn more about the Brazilian Grand Prix.
Latin America in Film
With its vibrant and varied national identities, a turbulent and sometimes tortured past along with its proud cultural heritage, Latin
