south america
Between its wonderous mountain ranges, remote islands and the world's biggest rainforest, your first trip to South America likely won't be your last.
Beautiful Brazilian Castles
Batel Castle is located in Curitiba in the Paraná province. It was built by coffee grower Luiz Guimaraes and inspired by French castles in the Loire Valley. Surrounding the castle are large, landscaped areas. A premier event venue, it stands as a cultural and historical landmark. Inside, the castle has eight meeting rooms, each capable of hosting up to 60 guests, and a grand ballroom.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Wander
The 2025 Ultimate Guide to Buying Machu Picchu Tickets (Without Losing Your Mind)
Let's get one thing straight right away: buying tickets to Machu Picchu is a serious process, not a casual online purchase. It requires forethought and planning. The Peruvian government, in a crucial effort to preserve this sacred site, strictly limits the number of daily visitors. This means you absolutely cannot just show up in Aguas Calientes and expect to wander in. Thinking you can is the single fastest way to ruin the trip of a lifetime. If you follow this guide, you’ll feel like an expert. If you don’t... you might find yourself staring up at the citadel from the valley below, which, trust me, is not the view you came for.
By Paris Effel6 months ago in Wander
When Brittany Meets Colombia
In late 2019, Jonathan Leblanc, a young man from Vannes in Brittany, France, made a bold move. He left his homeland to open a traditional Breton crêperie in Guatapé, a colorful and touristy town nestled in the Colombian Andes, about 80 kilometers from Medellín. The idea may have seemed risky — selling savory buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes in a country where this type of cuisine is virtually unknown — but it worked. Today, his crêperie El Breton is thriving and has become a local favorite.
By Bubble Chill Media 7 months ago in Wander
People in Brazil enjoyed annual summer gatherings over 2,000 years ago
The shores of the Patos Lagoon in Brazil are characterised by settled earthen mounds known as ‘Cerritos,’ which were built by the pre-colonial ancestors of the Pampean indigenous groups called the Charrúas and the Minuano.
By Susan Fourtané 7 months ago in Wander
Why Morocco Changed the Way I See the World.
First Look: The Marrakech Desolation. I arrived in Marrakech jet-lagged, skeptical, and clutching my guidebook like a lifeline. The chaos hit me immediately—motorcycles lined up between donkey carts, the call to prayer echoing through the streets, spices filling the air like invisible fires.
By Echoes of Life7 months ago in Wander
I Tried to Conquer NYC's 10 Best Attractions in 48 Hours. It Almost Broke Me.. AI-Generated.
The flashing billboards, the roaring traffic, the sheer tidal wave of people—it’s exhilarating and utterly terrifying. On my first day in New York City, I felt like a tiny boat in a giant ocean, overwhelmed by the sheer number of things to see and do.
By Paris Effel7 months ago in Wander
I Took My 9-Year-Old to Colombia. My Family Thought I'd Lost My Mind.. AI-Generated.
My brother’s voice on the phone was a mixture of disbelief and genuine fear. I had just announced my plan for a mother-son adventure, and the reaction was universal. Friends sent me worried texts. My dad emailed me a link to the "Narcos" Wikipedia page. It seemed the whole world was stuck in a 1990s time warp, picturing a country that, I had heard, no longer existed.
By Paris Effel7 months ago in Wander
Snorkeling in Zanzibar.
There is something extremely beautiful when you go to Zanzibar for snorkeling. In Zanzibar there is a warm, crystal-clear water, and when you are snorkeling, there is a sunlight on the surface above you, and below, in the water, there are beautiful corals, colorful fish, and sometimes even a sea turtle.
By Jaynevy Tours9 months ago in Wander
🏝️ I Sold Everything to Work From a Beach in Bali — Here's What No One Tells You About Becoming a Digital Nomad, Part 2: What Happens When the Honeymoon Ends
In the first few months, everything was exactly how I’d dreamed: $2 smoothies, blazing sunsets, early morning surf, and Slack notifications replaced by the sound of waves. I worked from cafes barefoot. I made friends from around the world. I lived cheap and felt rich in spirit. But then, something unexpected started to creep in.
By Sohanur Rahman9 months ago in Wander
Top 5 Reasons to Choose the 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
If you're an adventurous traveler seeking an unforgettable journey through the Peruvian Andes, the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is an experience you won't want to miss. This 5-day trekking adventure is often considered the best alternative to the classic Inca Trail, offering stunning landscapes, fewer crowds, and a deep connection to nature. Whether you're exploring ancient ruins or hiking through snow-capped mountains and tropical jungles, the Salkantay Trek is a true bucket-list experience.
By Encuentros Peru Adventure9 months ago in Wander
