Peru’s natural landscapes make it the perfect launching off point for endless adventures. And its ancient Incan sites afford gorgeous views of the region, indigenous villages, and iconic llamas and alpacas. Here’s what you need to know about the nation’s vibrant culture before your next family trip to Peru.

The second largest festival in South America, people from all over the world gather in Peru to watch the Inti Raymi on June 24th. The celebration takes place in the heart of the former Incan Empire, the Sacred Valley and is filled with pageantry, color, and dramatic theatrical depictions.

Beautiful, gentle creatures, sea turtles serve an important role in our oceans’ biodiversity. But they face many natural and manmade threats. Fortunately, you can help them with family travel that makes a difference.

One of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu continues to astound and puzzle researchers. From how it was built to why it was abandoned, scientists have barely scratched the surface. Like a good Incan mystery? Get ready to devour these interesting facts about Machu Picchu.

Endless reasons to visit Patagonia with kids exist, from towering, snow-capped peaks to glacial lakes and majestic waterfalls. But what’s one of our personal favorites? A chance to check out Patagonia’s many adorable penguins. Here’s “who” to look for during your next visit.

  A vast region of more than 2.6 million square miles of dense forests, the Amazon spans across the South American nations of Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, French Guiana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela. Encompassing about 40 percent of South America, the Amazon basin approximates the size of the contiguous United States. Ready for more […]

From the stunning waterfalls and glittering subterranean pools of Chapada Diamantina to the verdant, intricate islands of the Anavilhanas Archipelago, Brazil proves rich in geography and biodiversity. A land of delectable cuisine, impossible architecture, and pristine natural landscapes, you and your kids will fall in love with this warm, welcoming nation. Ready for some interesting […]

Interested in visiting Patagonia with kids? Imagine a land of snow-clad granite peaks, turquoise lakes, lush forests, massive glaciers, and exotic wildlife. If you’ve ever longed to visit some of the most pristine wilderness settings in the world and come face-to-face with sublime landscapes that will make you feel completely insignificant, then the Torres del […]

Obtaining a Brazil tourist visa used to be a challenge. In fact, it deterred some travelers from visiting. Fortunately, the “land of palms” has expedited its visa process (effective January 25, 2018) for nationals of Australia, Canada, Japan, and the United States. This means the process of how to get a visa for Brazil is […]

While Lake Titicaca represents a popular tourist destination, nearby Puno is the capital of Peruvian folklore. It boasts more than 300 local dances as well as centuries-old music and art. Puno’s traditions remain vibrant and dramatic making it an amazing destination during a family trip to Peru. Want to know more about Puno’s culture? Here’s […]