Argentinian food is one of the most distinctive cuisines in South America because it showcases a variety of European culinary influences (aside from Spanish) that aren’t so prevalent in neighbouring countries. Italian is the most prominent, followed closely by French and, in the far south of Patagon
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One of the most popular reasons to visit Brazil is its amazing cuisine! Brazilian food is diverse, delicious, and unique, with plenty of incredible dishes to try when you're travelling through the country. If you're curious about what to eat in the country, or just want to learn more about Brazilian
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Ecuador has two main seasons – the rainy season and the dry season – but this varies greatly due to factors such as altitude and proximity to the equator. Even during the rainy season, most days are sunny until the afternoon which makes Ecuador a perfect holiday destination. Ecuador lies directly on
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Updated May 2022Brazil is considered to have the greatest biodiversity of any country in the world. It holds the largest tract of unspoilt rainforest on Earth and accounts for 60% of the Amazon Rainforest, so it’s no surprise that the wildlife species in Brazil are incredible. Brazil is home to humm
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Ecuador is a multicultural, multi-ethnic nation with one of the largest indigenous cultures in South America. The ‘Mestizos’ (descendants of Spanish Colonists and indigenous people), account for nearly 70% of the population with indigenous groups accounting for around 10% and Afro-Ecuadorians (desce
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The Cordillera Blanca is a spectacular mountain range just outside of Peru’s capital, Lima. Thousands of avid trekkers and backpackers flock to this wondrous place every year, hoping to climb the mighty Huascaran, the world’s highest tropical mountain. With its beautiful snow-covered peaks that feed
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