May 23, 2022 · Santiago, Chile. Chile has come a long way since the dark days of the oppressive Pinochet years between 1973 and 1990, when LGBTIQ+ people were detained and reportedly killed in high numbers. In just a few decades, Chile has quickly evolved to having major gay events and a strong queer culture, and in December 2021 passing marriage equality ...

Sep 21, 2023 · Argentine cuisine sates all cravings and sets taste buds watering entire time zones away. Chile’s food and drink scene is comparatively flat by South America’s lofty standards. True, seafood can be nice – as it can anywhere with a coastline – but there is precious little iconically Chilean that anyone outside Chile would travel far to ...

Mar 9, 2024 · 12. Explore Colombia's archaeological parks. While Chile’s Rapa Nui (Easter Island) is known internationally for its monolithic statues, Parque Arqueológico San Agustín in southwestern Colombia lays claim to the largest clutch of pre-Columbian sculptures in South America. Archaeologists still don’t know much about the culture dating back ...

Feb 11, 2024 · Planning tip: To appreciate the dazzling wildness of Colombia's northernmost point, you'll need to organize a tour from Riohacha. Aim to spend at least one night on the peninsula and head out to Playa Taroa – often touted as Colombia's most beautiful beach – where sand dunes empty of visitors slide straight into the glistening sea. 8. Cali

Oct 1, 2023 · Here’s our guide to the best time to visit Colombia and experience the best festivals the country has to offer. December to February is ideal for hiking Colombia's national parks. December to February is a fantastic time to travel through Colombia because it’s dry everywhere except the Amazon.

Jun 29, 2024 · Native to the mountains and periglacial scrubland of southern Chile and Argentina, the huemul is a notoriously shy deer that's critically endangered – there are only 1500 or so left in the wild, the majority of them in Chile. The stocky southern deer is Chile's national animal; it even appears on the country's coat of arms, alongside the condor.

A regional road map to Colombia's food culture. May 23, 2019 • 5 min read. From Caribbean flavors and fresh seafood in the north to the hearty dishes of Antioquia, exploring the world of Colombian food is its own form of travel…

Nov 21, 2024 · A visit to Colombia would be incomplete without indulging in its renowned coffee. While most of the premium-quality beans are exported from the country, there’s a growing demand for the good stuff within the country. Luckily, Cartagena promises a satisfying pursuit for an exceptional cuppa.

Jan 3, 2025 · 1. Trek into the Wilds of Patagonia in Chile and Argentina. When you’re on the road to nowhere at South America’s southern tip, keep going. There’s no reaching Patagonia in a hurry, whether you arrive bleary-eyed by plane, on a rumbling overnight bus or by choppy ferry. But it’s instantly worth it when you first see its toothy granite ...

Andean peaks, Amazonian rainforest, Patagonian glaciers, Incan ruins, white-sand beaches and vertiginous nightlife: the wonders of South America set the stage for incredible adventures.