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Ready for an adventure? Explore the top 10 places to visit in Patagonia and discover why this region is a must-see destination.

Do-it-yourself advice on how to find fully furnished, short- or long-term rentals in beautiful Cuenca, Ecuador.

Find out what a Colombia check-mig is, how it works, and where to get yours before you travel.

Do you need to move abroad? This guide to shipping a car to South America has what you need to know.

10 essential things you should know before visiting Brazil. Get to know the South American nation better, and be better prepared for your trip.

Imagine flying home … and immigration won’t let you in. Here is our true story of when Ecuador kicked us out.

Want to drive from Alaska to Argentina? Here’s how to navigate the impenetrable jungle between Panama and Colombia.

Discover Old Town Cartagena’s narrow streets and gorgeous architecture. Here’s why you should visit Colombia’s enchanting world heritage site.

AmaZOOnico is a volunteer rescue center that rescues animals from poachers, rehabilitates them and sets them free in Ecuador’s Amazon jungle.

Ecuador lies on the equator and has the monuments to prove it … but there’s one thing about Mitad del Mundo that nobody wants to talk about.

An enthralling firsthand account of the Inca Trail trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu. Learn what it’s like for a newbie to hike the Inca Trail.

View 4 UNESCO sites with our 2-week Brazil itinerary. Enjoy an Amazon cruise, explore Iguassu Falls, experience Rio de Janeiro, and more.