Undiscovered Nicaragua
In comparison to the rest of Latin America, Nicaragua travel is still an unknown destination. It is best compared to Costa Rica 30 years ago; a raw destination with huge potential and as such now is the time to go. Whether it is a honeymoon in Nicaragua or just a Nicaragua […]
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Rio carnival 2013 : dancing the night away in a riot of colour
The Rio carnival is quite rightly known as ‘The greatest party on Earth’. The five-day extravaganza of all night samba dancing and drinking is a party for the senses with the performers dazzling in glittering costumes and music pumping in the streets. Raphael Bick, Flickr This year the carnival in Rio attracted over […]
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Antarctica
Despite the recent drop in tourism to the icy continent, Antarctica is re-gaining its popularity following the 100th anniversary of Captain Scott’s expedition For the 2013 season, the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) is predicting a 10% rise in visitors to the icy continent. The increase in interest has been attributed […]
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Ecuador Travel – the place to go in 2013
Ecuador travel is a real talking point right now. It’s on every 2013 hot list we’ve read and no wonder as there have been some exciting developments in Ecuador tourism for travellers (plus it’s been a best kept secret in South America travel for a long time). So why is Ecuador travel suddenly […]
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Christmas in Guatemala and Belize
Over 70% of Belizeans consider themselves a Christian so the celebration of what they call nacimiento (birth of Christ) is commonplace in Belize. Just like many Europeans and North American’s they decorate a tree, send Christmas cards and bake fruit puddings. However there are many traditions which are unique to Belize such as their […]
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Best place to spend New Year’s Eve? Why Rio of course
New Year’s Eve is a provocative subject. Some people prefer to stay at home with their family and friends. Others like to get away to feel the warmth of the sun on their skin. And if you are visiting a city you always wanted to visit, New Years Eve can be an ideal time to […]
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Brazil with Michael Palin – Part IV
The areas covered by Michael Palin in the last of the series are some of favourites; the beaches of Florianopolis, the Pantanal and the mighty Iguazu falls. Around Florianopolis the beaches are not your typical palm tree lined beaches, they are still spectacular with clean, wind swept golden sand offering numerous activities; horse […]
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Brazil with Michael Palin – Part III
In this series Palin covers one of the most popular destinations in the world – Rio de Janeiro, as well as some of the lesser explored regions, but no less fascinating – the state of Minas Gerais and the small town of Ouro Preto. Each day in Rio de Janeiro is slightly different […]
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Brazil with Michael Palin – Part II
Manaus is the gateway for any visit to the Amazonian region. It is a unique city which had its beginnings from the rubber boom of the 19th century and today it is a bustling city with an excellent collection of markets along the river bank; fish market, carving market, fruit market and a spice market. […]
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Brazil with Michael Palin – Part I
This first (of four) of Michael Palin’s Brazil series begins this Wednesday 24th October and we can’t wait to see what he unearths in this fascinating and diverse country. We have decided to follow him on his journey and to try and give you some personal insight into the areas he visits along with suggestions […]
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