A person with a backpack and hat takes a photo of the ancient stone ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru, surrounded by lush green mountains under a partly cloudy sky—an unforgettable sight near Cusco, where altitude sickness can affect many visitors.

Adventure Travel

How to Avoid Altitude Sickness in Cusco, Peru

Find out How to Avoid Altitude Sickness in Cusco Peru with this helpful article from the South America Travel News Blog. The elevation of Cusco, Peru is 11,152 feet above sea level. Many people feel nausea and other symptoms. Get educated about How to Avoid Altitude Sickness in Cusco, Peru.

Conrad McGarvey August 31, 2020

Colorful colonial buildings with arched windows and balconies line a street—a scene that showcases some of the amazing places in Brazil, with a church and green hills visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Adventure Travel

8 Amazing Places to Visit in Brazil

From bustling cities to charming colonial towns, and calm white-sand beaches, Brazil has it all. Discover the best places to visit in Brazil.

Bradley Nehring August 27, 2020

A glass bowl of fresh ceviche—a must among foods to try in Lima Peru—with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and shrimp, garnished with lime slices and a tortilla chip. A pile of tortilla chips is blurred in the background.

Culture & History

10 Foods You Must Try in Lima Peru

Throughout Peru, visitors can delight in the masterful dishes, but Lima is at the center of it all. Chow down on the best food in Lima Peru!

Conrad McGarvey August 26, 2020

A snow-capped volcano rises above green hills, reflected clearly in a calm lake under a soft pink sky at sunset—one of the best places in Ecuador to experience breathtaking natural beauty.

Adventure Travel

The Best Places to Visit in Ecuador

Interested in traveling to Ecuador but not sure where to go? Check out our expert rated list of the best places to visit in Ecuador and plan your trip!

Juergen Keller August 21, 2020