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Medellin Then and Now

Medellin is a city with a violent past. Home to the notorious drug baron, Pablo Escobar, it owes much of its history to him and his empire for both good and bad reasons. Escobar was born and brought up and finally killed in Medellin. A child of the slums, he rose through life, becoming rich [...]

Top Five Hotels In Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is a city of contrasts, noisy bustling streets abut elegant, refined neighbourhoods. A mix of cultural influences from French and Italian to the original Spanish conquerors contributes to a vibrant and fascinating city. It is a brilliant place to spend a few days on a trip to Argentina and for luxury holidays it [...]

Argentine Estancia Experience

The estancia is synonymous with Argentina. The charm and appeal of the traditional way of life on an estancia and the gauchos that work there continue to be a huge draw for many people on a luxury holiday in Latin America. Most countries in this part of the world have their own version but the [...]

Whale Watching in Uruguay

Uruguay is not the first country that people think of when visiting Latin America and it is certainly not the first country that one associates with whales. However, it is a beautiful country with some fantastic destinations for cuisine, wine, beaches and not to mention whales. June marks the start of the whale watching season [...]

The Best Luxury Hotels in Santiago

Chile’s capital Santiago is a fantastic starting point for a trip to South America, and a haven for art enthusiasts. Brimming with trendy bars and restaurants plus fantastic museums, the city is widely known for being rich in culture. Visitors to the capital won't be short of things to do; stroll around the fish market [...]