Tag: South America
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Exactly What to Pack for Brazil in Spring: September, October & November — Carry-On Only
Imagine waking up to the sound of waves in Rio de Janeiro, wandering through the colorful streets of Salvador, watching waterfalls thunder through lush tropical scenery, or enjoying a warm evening in São Paulo as the city comes alive. Spring in Brazil is full of possibilities. But packing for Brazil in September, October, or November…
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Suriname Outlet, Plug & Voltage Guide for Travelers: Complete Edition ⚡
Planning a trip to Suriname? You are headed for a fascinating South American country filled with tropical rainforests, winding rivers, historic colonial architecture, diverse cultures, wildlife-rich nature reserves, and unforgettable adventures deep in the Amazon. You might be flying into Paramaribo before exploring the historic capital, crossing the Suriname River into Commewijne, visiting Brownsberg Nature…
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Uruguay Outlet, Plug & Voltage Guide for Travelers: Complete Edition ⚡
Planning a trip to Uruguay? You are headed for a beautiful South American country filled with Atlantic beaches, historic colonial towns, charming coastal villages, rolling countryside, vineyards, traditional estancias, and relaxed seaside escapes. You might be flying into Montevideo before continuing to Punta del Este, Colonia del Sacramento, José Ignacio, Piriápolis, La Paloma, Cabo Polonio,…
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Where to Stay in Paramaribo, Suriname: Best Hotels for Couples, Families, Solo Travelers & More
Paramaribo is one of South America’s most fascinating capitals, where historic wooden architecture, tropical greenery, winding rivers and an extraordinary mixture of cultures create a travel experience unlike much of the continent. And choosing where to stay can make a considerable difference to how you experience it. Suriname’s capital offers a charming mixture of boutique…
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Where to Stay in Montevideo, Uruguay: Best Hotels for Couples, Families, Solo Travelers & More
Historic streets, beaches along the Río de la Plata, long waterfront walks, excellent restaurants and a slower rhythm than many South American capitals make Montevideo an easy city to settle into for a few days. And there is a surprisingly wide range of hotels here. You can stay in a small historic boutique property in…
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Exactly What to Pack for Uruguay in Spring: September, October & November — Carry-On Only
Spring is a wonderful time to visit Uruguay. September begins on the cooler side, October brings increasingly mild days, and by November the country is moving noticeably toward summer. It is a great season for exploring Montevideo, wandering through historic Colonia del Sacramento, visiting wineries, road-tripping along the coast and enjoying destinations like Punta del…
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Best Places to Visit in Uruguay: Montevideo, Colonia del Sacramento, Punta del Este, Cabo Polonio & More
Historic streets curve between colorful colonial buildings. Long beaches stretch along the Atlantic. Vineyards sit quietly outside small riverside towns. Sea lions gather beside a remote lighthouse reached across enormous sand dunes. And in the capital, people walk, bike and sit beside the Río de la Plata along miles of waterfront. Uruguay may be one…
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Chile Outlet, Plug & Voltage Guide for Travelers: Complete Guide ⚡
Planning a trip to Chile? You are in for dramatic mountain scenery, colorful cities, world-famous wine regions, Pacific coastline, desert landscapes, glaciers, lakes, volcanoes, incredible stargazing, and some of the most varied scenery in South America. Whether you are headed to Santiago, Valparaíso, the Atacama Desert, Patagonia, Torres del Paine, the Lake District, Puerto Varas,…
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Exactly What to Pack for Chile in Spring: September, October & November — Carry-On Only
Snow still crowns the Andes above Santiago, wildflowers begin appearing across the countryside, vineyards turn green again, and longer days make spring one of the most beautiful times to explore Chile. But September, October, and November do not require exactly the same suitcase. September can still feel cool in Santiago and central Chile, especially during…
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Where to Stay in Santiago, Chile: Best Hotels for Every Kind of Trip
The Andes rise beyond Santiago’s skyline, sometimes sharp and snow-covered, sometimes softened behind the warm light that settles over the city at the end of the day. Glass towers reflect the mountains in Las Condes. Leafy streets surround cafés and restaurants in Providencia. Lastarria fills with museums, wine bars, terraces, galleries, historic architecture, and people…