A natural harbour in the south of Antigua, English Harbour is the only operating Georgian harbour in the world, ... [more]
A laid-back city on the banks of the Paraná river, Rosario offers its visitors an attractive riverfront, elegant, ... [more]
Nassau has been the centre of activity in the Bahamas for centuries, and its long history is reflected in the ... [more]
Exploring the interior of Barbados can bring you unexpected treasures: green, hilly landscapes, old signal towers, ... [more]
Idyllic specks of land emerging from the sea offer perfect spots of relaxation, including snorkeling and diving ... [more]
The trains which once transported the contents of mines to the Pacific, are now forever parked on tracks outside ... [more]
Coming back to Paraty after 25 years brought back memories, and confirmed the beauty of this lovely colonial village ... [more]
While exploring the quiet Toronto Islands on foot or bike, with wooded creeks, beaches, and views across Lake ... [more]
Wild and windswept, Torres del Paine is a paradise for hikers; you feel humble facing massive mountains soaring ... [more]
A dodgy neighbourhood turned into a hip one in a short time: Getsemaní now is a lively neighbourhood with lovely ... [more]
Endless hiking opportunities, wildlife, diving sites and beaches can be enjoyed at Bahía Drake which makes a ... [more]
Havana is an open-air museum for vintage American cars, which are not just parked, but also drive around the streets ... [more]
Hidden in the thick rainforest of nature island Dominica, the Boiling Lake makes for an extraordinary experience ... [more]
The walk through the forest is nice in itself; the reward is marvelous: the Limón waterfall is an exciting destination ... [more]
A high altitude lake in a dormant volcano in a dramatic setting: if this is not enough reason to go to Quilotoa ... [more]
Probably the most attractive town of El Salvador, romantic Suchitoto has colourful houses with balconies, cobble-stone ... [more]
Various kinds of penguins and other birds, as well as desolate beaches make a short hike on Carcass Island well ... [more]
Getting there is part of the fun; especially the hike to Honeymoon Falls is a challenge that will make you wet. ... [more]
This scenic lake in Guatemala was the scene of a spectacular solar eclipse just as we happened to travel through ... [more]
Often dubbed the Land of Six Peoples, Guyana has a very rich ethnic population which can be seen at all times ... [more]
A major building on top of a mountain, Citadelle la Ferrière is a prime example of an enormous effort with huge ... [more]
Just half an hour from Utila itself, the Utila Keys offer beaches, tiny islands, a village built on two islands ... [more]
Here, he was born, here, he will rest for eternity, with his mother and half-brother. The Bob Marley Mausoleum ... [more]
Once a mythical Maya city, the grandeur of Chichén Itzá can be enjoyed even in our times through formidable ... [more]
From white Arashi beach, you can leave the crowds of Aruba behind by walking to the northwest point of the island, ... [more]
The sandy beaches, the laid back atmosphere, the underwater world, the remoteness, the different atmosphere from ... [more]
Reaching the highest point of Panama is probably one of the most impressive things to do in the country, especially ... [more]
Housed in the very facility used for torture and killing government opponents, the Museo de las Memorias is a ... [more]
A curious collection of both marvellous ancient relics of (pre-)Colombian cultures and erotic ceramics, the Larco ... [more]
A prominent landmark of San Juan, the fort that once defended this important outpost of the Spanish conquistadores ... [more]
For the most spectacular coastline of St Kitts, head south, where you can find wild coastal views alongside attractive ... [more]
A fun walk from Gros Islet, Pigeon Island is actually a peninsula and can be explored in a couple of hours, with ... [more]
A steep walk from the streets of Marigot takes you up to the ruins of this small fort which once defended the ... [more]
For the quintessential Caribbean beach, Tobago Cays are the place to go - white sand, incredible shades of blue ... [more]
The historic innter city of Paramaribo is a treat to the eye: street after street with whitewashed buildings, ... [more]
The island of Tobago offers some of the most beautiful tropical beaches available around the world, white, with ... [more]
The building of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is already reason enough to visit: a Venetian palace with ... [more]
A perfect place to get some peace at the seaside in Uruguay, La Pedrera offers beaches, rock formations on which ... [more]
In the middle of the Venezuelan jungle, Angel Falls is the tallest waterfall in the world - but the trip to reach ... [more]
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A laid-back city on the banks of the Paraná river, Rosario offers its visitors an attractive riverfront, elegant, ... more
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