Just 60 kilometers from Caracas and 2,000 meters above sea level is an enclave that is more reminiscent of the historic center of any German city than its tropical surroundings. This is Colonia Tovar,…
South America
Travel Apps For Your Next Latin American Adventure
Discovering the beautiful Latin American sights is always a fun experience, but sometimes even the most experienced travelers will encounter region specific issues. Wouldn’t you feel more relaxe…
The European Union Imposes A Disguised Visa On latin Americans
The European Union has announced the creation of the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), which is summarized in a compulsory permit for visitors from various countries around…
United Airlines increases stake in Azul of Brazil
Azul has revealed current shareholder United Airlines has concluded a private preferred share transaction with Hainan Airlines.The transaction increased United’s economic stake in Azul from 3.7 …
Brazil: Dollar Is On The Rise And Affecting Tourism
The dollar is on the rise and is already affecting tourism of Brazil. Last week, the dollar reached a mark of R$ 3,486, the highest since 13 June 2016. For some international trips, the demand for out…
Hainan Island extends visa waiver programme from May
From May 1st citizens of 59 countries can obtain 30-day visa-free access to Hainan Island, China.Travellers from countries including the United Kingdom, all EU countries, Balkan countries, United Stat…
Amazing Mexican Traditions at Tianguis Confab in Mazatlan
How do you fit an entire nation’s culture into three days? It’s not easy, but the Tianguis Turístico, Mexico’s largest tourism conference, makes an impressive effort every yea…
HOTEL REVIEW: Stunning Views at El Cid Castilla Beach in Mazatlan
During my most recent visit to Mazatlan to cover the Tianguis Turistico, Mexico’s annual tourism conference, for TravelAge West, I spent four nights at El Cid Castilla Beach Hotel, a beachfront …
Uruguay Sets New Record Of Tourist Arrivals With 1.5 Million
Uruguay received 1.5 million international tourists in the first quarter of 2018, which represents a 10.2% more than the figures of tourist arrivals for the same period of last year, and the best hist…
With new leader in Cuba, Insight Cuba hopeful for renewed travel interest
With 58-year-old Miguel Diaz-Canel succeeding the retiring Raul Castro as president of Cuba, it’s the end of an era. For the first time since 1959, someone not named Castro will be in power.&ldq…