Visiting Bogota From the wealth of the colonial churches to the poverty of the shantytowns, Bogota is a city of vast contrasts. Read Bogota Guide» About Bogota, Colombia Bogota’s history goes back as far as 1538 when it was founded by the Spanish conquistador, Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada and named Santa Fe de Bogotá. After it gained independence,…
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Peru Travel Guide
[efstabs class=”yourcustomclass”] [efstab title=”Home” active=”active”] Visiting Peru The third largest country in South America, Peru is a vast and varied destination with something for everyone, even those with the most diverse requirements. You know who you are. [/efstab] [efstab title=”About”]Known throughout the world as the capital of the Inca empire, Peru has actually been inhabited…
8 bucket list ideas for July (#1: cargo boat down the Amazon)
Want us to heap a few more travel ideas on top that ever-growing list? No, you cry? No, you’ve already got waaaay too many things you want to do and places you want to see? Come on. You can handle a few more. They’re good ideas. I promise. Ready? That’s the spirit – read on…
8 Crazy Things You Didn’t Know About Colombia
By Manita Dosanjh – @Manita_Dosanjh Now the world cup frenzy is winding down, it’s time to reflect on what we’ve learnt over the past month. Aside from the obvious: Germany are football beasts Messi is bummed out Brazil have redefined the meaning of the term ‘epic fail’ There was one little country that stole everyone’s hearts……
10 places not to miss in Brazil
There aren’t many countries in the world that can boast what Brazil does. It’s home to some of the world’s most exciting cities, there are tranquil islands where you can bask in sunshine, the Amazon is on your doorstep for treks that you’ll never forget and you really haven’t lived until you’ve been to a…
10 things you should know before visiting Machu Picchu
In our latest competition, we asked you to pick your three favourites from a choice of 30 incredible adventures. Overwhelmingly, you voted for the epic trek up to the ancient Inca ruins of Machu Picchu as the top pick. It’s not surprising either, considering the myriad of sensational sights that await you along the way,…
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