This South America travel guide is a compilation of the countries we have visited and written about on The Planet D travel blog.
Our favourite South American countries are Peru, Brazil, Bolivia, and Ecuador,
Rio de Janeiro is the hottest destination for 2016. With the summer Olympics fast approaching, it’s going to only get hotter once everyone sees how beautiful this city is. We had the chance to check out three of the best hotels in Rio while visiting the city with TravelSmith while they shot their Summer 2016 catalogue. Three Great Hotels in Rio… Read More
Venezuela, the kidnap-capital of the world. Spiralling inflation armed gangs of protestors and police with a reputation to shoot first and ask questions later. A powder-keg waiting to explode. A destination for only the suicidal or the foolish Or at least that is what I had been expecting… Why Go to Venezuela? Everybody I had met had told me that… Read More
An Amazon River Cruise in Peru isn’t your typical cruise. While many other cruises are all about creating entertainment and activities, an Amazon River Cruise is about experiencing life. Join us on the world’s largest river and explore the culture, wildlife and beauty of the world’s largest rainforest. Nothing needs to be created for you, the entertainment and enjoyment is… Read More
Be transported to Peru’s Amazon River in Photos. When taking an expedition down the world’s largest river by water volume, you can feel its power. The current pushes fallen trees past our boat at a swift pace as smaller vessels struggle to move against the flow. Storm clouds loom overhead as daily showers forms sunset and if you are still, you… Read More
A visit to the Galapagos is like no other place on earth. An archipelago of volcanic islands straddling the equator in the Pacific Ocean, the Galapagos Islands are famous for their numerous endemic species. The Galapagos Islands in Photos The Galapagos Islands are often referred to as a living museum and once you witness the photos below, you will understand… Read More
Here are 10 reasons you have to visit the Amazon River of Peru! Visit the Amazon River Our four days on the river with International Expeditions were spectacular. It is a trip of a lifetime to see the world’s largest river. The Amazon carries more water to the sea than other river and to see the massive volume first hand is impressive…. Read More
