South America Travel
Brits wasting up to £2.4 billion on left over holiday money
Britain is a nation potentially missing out on lucrative currency exchange on return from a holiday, according to an independent survey commissioned by the global leader in banknote trading and travel money technology solutions, IMX.
Volkswagen prepared for start of Dakar 2010
Shortly after the festive period, attention will turn to the South American continent once again, where Volkswagen Motorsport hopes to continue the successes seen during this year when Volkswagen claimed the first diesel-powered victory in the first Dakar Rally to be held outside Africa.
Travelguru.tv wins award for quality online video content
Travelguru.tv, the video based website featuring destination guides by travel industry experts, has been named winner of the fourth annual Costa Brava Girona G! Award for Best Audiovisual Communication 2009 for its report on Girona Province, presented by travel guru David Wickers.
Walking holidays - Good for mind, body and soul
The over 40's are setting trends when it comes to holidays. Those men and women who do not have children or whose children have grown-up are embarking on more walking holidays then ever before.
Last minute Christmas getaways to Latin America
Travellers wanting to escape the UK for Christmas and New Year’s Eve need look no further. Specialist tour operator Journey Latin America has announced availability on five of their group tours covering the length and breadth of Latin America.
Say I Do with Ranch Rider
In 2010 World Marriage Day will fall on the most romantic date in the calendar, the 14th of February. To mark this special occasion, tour operator Ranch Rider will be launching its "Say I Do" campaign and featuring numerous 'fairytrail' stays on its Facebook and Twitter pages.
Oceania announces savings of up to 60% on winter cruises
Oceania Cruises is offering up to 60% off winter 2009/10 cruises, with a lead-in price of just £1799 for a 21 night sailing from Australia to Thailand, including up to 60% saving, free pre-paid gratuities and a single occupancy supplement of just 25% (all prices exclude flights).
Escape the winter blues with a trek through Patagonia
With longer days and a warmer climate, Patagonia offers escapism from the cold of the UK this winter. Journey into the mountains from the southern shores of Lake Argentina to the ‘trekking capital’ El Chalten.
The top 10 national parks worldwide
National parks offer breathtaking landscapes in remote places where travellers can view unspoiled nature in protected areas.
Sweet travel ideas for chocoholics
Chocoholics rejoice! To celebrate Chocolate Week (12-18 October 2009) specialist tour operator Journey Latin America offers some sweet travel ideas linked to the real home of chocolate.
Tread your own path in the Falkland Islands
With Autumn fast-approaching, it’s the perfect time to start planning your adventure to the Falkland Islands, located 400 miles off the south-eastern tip of South America.
Ponta Dos Ganchos voted “Resort of the Year 2010”
Ponta Dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort, located on the Emerald Coast of Brazil has been awarded the title of “Resort of The Year 2010” by Guia 4 Rodas, the most prestigious Brazilian Travel Guide.
Amazon adventures in Peru
Study the four icons of the Amazon; jaguars, pumas, parrots and peccaries (pig like creatures) this winter with Biosphere Expeditions – the award winning, non profit making conservation specialist which is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
Take inspiration from Che and discover South America
With the DVD launch of Che - The Complete Story on 29 June, ethical travel provider Frontier offers the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the revolutionary’s infamous 1952 journey across South America, which became the inspiration for 2004’s The Motorcycle Diaries starring Gael Garcia Bernal.
Discover Latin America
Cox & Kings has launched its new Latin America brochure for 2009, featuring a comprehensive programme of escorted group tours, private journeys and tailor-made holidays throughout Central and South America, and Antarctica.