Meet Latin America’s Favorite Dessert, the Alfajor

Satisfy your sweet tooth with Latin America’s most popular and decadent dessert: the alfajor.

Baños de Agua Santa: Adrienne M. finds paradise in Ecuador

Our very own Adrienne M. tells an adventurer’s tale of her trip to Baños de Agua Santa in Ecuador.

Raise your glass: Enjoy 3 traditional drink recipes from Brazil

The most famous Brazilian cocktail, the Caipirinha, is not the country’s only traditional drink!

Where is Patagonia? Location, History & More

Become familiar with the geography of Patagonia and some of its main attractions.

People in red, black, and green attire drumming on black and white drums in a Carnaval parade.

Celebrating Afro-Argentine Heritage at Carnaval

Argentina is rich with African cultural heritage, and this is celebrated during Carnaval each year.

Fresh produce being sold at a market in Peru.

Conversion tips for temperature, distance and weight in South America

Become a metric guru with these helpful tips to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, kilometers to miles, and kilograms to pounds.

Two baby llamas that are touching their noses and green terraces of Machu Picchu behind them.

7 Best Romantic Destinations in South America

From wine tasting to wildlife, mountains to tropical beaches, our picks offer something for every couple in South America. Also, get tips for enhancing your romantic getaway.

Costa Rica Packing List: What to Bring

Packing is an art! Here is a list of all the essentials you will need on your Costa Rica travel adventure.

Enjoy a beach-side New Year's Eve celebration in Chile. Photo from Davidlohr Bueso/ Wikimedia Commons

New Year’s Eve Destinations in South America

South America offers travelers warm weather and an electric party scene to celebrate New Year’s Eve.