Winter Getaways

Discover 144 perfect destinations for your winter travels. From warm tropical escapes to snow-covered wonderlands, these locations offer ideal conditions during the winter months.

Featured Winter Destinations

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Abu Simbel, Egypt

Colossal temples.

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Aswan, Egypt

Nubian culture + islands.

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Cairo, Egypt

Pyramids + Nile buzz.

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Dahab, Egypt

Laid-back diving town.

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Edfu & Kom Ombo, Egypt

Twin Nile temples.

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Giza Plateau, Egypt

Iconic pyramids.

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Kigali, Rwanda

Africa's cleanest city, where green hills, modern development, and a commitment to sustainability create a model for the continent. Gateway to mountain gorillas and a symbol of hope and renewal.

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Lalibela, Ethiopia

Rock-hewn medieval churches.

All Winter Destinations

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Luxor, Egypt

Temples + Valley of Kings.

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Maasai Mara, Kenya

Great Migration wildlife spectacle.

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Mauritius

Coral reefs + multicultural flair.

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Namib Desert & Sossusvlei, Namibia

Orange dunes + surreal pans.

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Okavango Delta, Botswana

Water-safari labyrinth.

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Sahara Dunes, Morocco

Camel trek through gold dunes.

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Sal & Boa Vista, Cape Verde

Trade winds, dune beaches.

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Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

Big-five migration on endless plains.

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Seychelles

An archipelago of 115 islands where pristine white beaches, giant granite boulders, and turquoise waters create the ultimate tropical paradise. Home to unique wildlife and some of the world's best beaches.

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Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt

Diving + Red Sea reefs.

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Siwa Oasis, Egypt

Palm oasis + salt lakes.

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Victoria Falls, Zambia/Zimbabwe

One of the world's seven natural wonders, where the Zambezi River plunges 108 meters into a chasm, creating a curtain of mist visible from 30km away. The smoke that thunders.

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

A spice island paradise where white sand beaches meet turquoise Indian Ocean waters, Stone Town's narrow alleys tell stories of sultans and traders, and spice plantations fill the air with exotic aromas.

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Angkor, Cambodia

The world's largest religious monument, where ancient Khmer temples emerge from jungle, intricate carvings tell stories of gods and kings, and sunrise over Angkor Wat creates an unforgettable experience.

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Bali, Indonesia

A tropical paradise island featuring lush rice terraces, ancient temples, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture. Known for its spiritual energy, surf breaks, and warm hospitality.

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Bangkok, Thailand

City buzz & canal life.

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Boracay, Philippines

White sand revived.

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Cebu & Bohol, Philippines

Whale sharks & Chocolate Hills.

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Chiang Mai, Thailand

Temples & elephant sanctuaries.

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Colombo, Sri Lanka

Gateway to teardrop isle.

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Ella & Hill Country, Sri Lanka

Tea trains & mountain vistas.

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Flores Island, Indonesia

Volcano crater lakes.

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Galle Fort, Sri Lanka

Seaside colonial walls.

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Hanoi, Vietnam

Old Quarter charm + street pho.

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Hoi An, Vietnam

A magical ancient town where colorful lanterns illuminate riverside streets at night, skilled tailors create custom clothing, and well-preserved architecture tells stories of a trading port's golden age.

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Hokkaido, Japan

Japan's northernmost island where world-class powder snow, wildflower fields, and onsen hot springs create year-round beauty. A paradise for skiers, hikers, and food lovers.

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Hong Kong, China SAR

Skyline + hikes.

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Jakarta, Indonesia

Urban pulse & food sprawl.

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Kandy, Sri Lanka

Sacred tooth temple & hills.

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Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

Himalayan temples & heritage squares.

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Koh Lanta, Thailand

Quiet alternative island.

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Koh Samui, Thailand

Relaxed luxury.

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Komodo Islands, Indonesia

Dragons & diving paradise.

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Skylines & street food.

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Langkawi, Malaysia

Rainforest meets turquoise sea.

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Luang Prabang, Laos

A UNESCO World Heritage town where saffron-robed monks collect alms at dawn, French colonial architecture meets Buddhist temples, and waterfalls cascade through jungle. A peaceful spiritual center.

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Macau, China SAR

Portuguese-Chinese blend.

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Malé & North Atolls, Maldives

Iconic overwater paradise.

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Manila, Philippines

Historic Intramuros & modern mix.

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Palawan, Philippines

An island paradise of turquoise lagoons, limestone cliffs, and pristine beaches. Home to the Puerto Princesa Underground River and El Nido's stunning seascapes. The Philippines' last frontier.

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Penang, Malaysia

An island of contrasts where colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and Peranakan culture create a unique atmosphere. Famous for incredible street food and a UNESCO-listed historic center.

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Phuket, Thailand

Island beaches & night energy.

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Pokhara & Annapurna, Nepal

Lakeside base for treks.

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Reunion Island, France (Indian Ocean)

Volcano + rainforest.

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Sabah & Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Borneo rainforest + reef.

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South Ari Atoll, Maldives

Whale-shark dives.

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Sumba Island, Indonesia

Raw surf & tribal villages.

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Taipei, Taiwan

Night markets + mountain trails.

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Taroko Gorge, Taiwan

Marble canyon hikes.

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Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Borobudur & culture.

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Abu Dhabi, UAE

A sophisticated capital where the Louvre's stunning dome, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque's white domes, and modern architecture meet desert mangroves and traditional culture. A cultural hub of the Emirates.

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Doha Desert Dunes, Qatar

Sand-surf near city.

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Doha, Qatar

Futurist skyline + souq.

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Dubai, UAE

A futuristic desert metropolis featuring the world's tallest building, artificial islands, luxury shopping, and a perfect blend of modern innovation and traditional culture.

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Eilat & Red Sea, Israel

A desert resort city where coral reefs teem with marine life in the Red Sea, desert mountains meet turquoise waters, and year-round sunshine creates an oasis of relaxation and adventure.

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Muscat & Wahiba Sands, Oman

Where the frankincense-scented capital meets endless desert dunes. Muscat's white buildings and ancient forts contrast with the Wahiba Sands' golden waves, creating a journey from coast to desert.

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Negev & Ramon Crater, Israel

A vast desert wilderness where the Ramon Crater (makhtesh) offers some of the world's best stargazing, dramatic geological formations, and a sense of infinite space under endless skies.

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Andorra

High trails, duty-free hub.

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Brunei Bandar Seri Begawan

Gilded mosques & river villages.

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Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France

Alpine icon, cable cars.

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Dolomites, Italy

Pale peaks, rifugio hikes.

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Lanzarote, Spain

Lava fields, César Manrique art.

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Lapland, Finland

A winter wonderland where the Northern Lights dance overhead, reindeer roam free, and you can sleep in glass igloos under the stars. Home to Santa Claus and endless Arctic beauty.

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Rovaniemi, Finland

Aurora + Santa village.

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Tenerife, Spain

Teide volcano, winter sun.

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Tromsø, Norway

The Arctic capital where colorful wooden houses line the harbor, the Northern Lights dance overhead, and midnight sun creates 24-hour daylight in summer. A vibrant city in the land of the midnight sun.

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Antigua Guatemala

Colonial + volcano views.

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Antigua, Antigua & Barbuda

365 beaches, historic harbour.

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Aruba

Trade-wind beaches, no hurricanes.

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Bahamas

Swim with pigs + cays.

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Barbados

British-Caribbean blend + surf.

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Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Shore diving paradise.

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Cayman Islands

Seven-Mile Beach + reefs.

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Curaçao

Colorful Dutch facades + reefs.

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Dominica

Hot springs + hikes + whales.

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Dominican Republic

Whale watching + cliffs.

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Grenada

Spice island + reef diving.

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Jamaica

Blue Lagoon + reggae roots.

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Puerto Rico, USA Territory

Bioluminescent bay.

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St Lucia

Twin Pitons + lush rainforest.

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Trinidad & Tobago

Carnival & nature.

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Turks & Caicos, UK Territory

Crystal flats + luxury calm.

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Belize Barrier Reef

Snorkel + Mayan ruins.

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Bocas del Toro, Panama

Colorful Caribbean isles.

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Boquete, Panama

Coffee hills + rainforest.

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Costa Rica

Rainforest + volcano adventure.

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Lake Atitlán, Guatemala

Volcano ringed lake.

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Ometepe Island, Nicaragua

Twin volcano island.

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Baja California, Mexico

Desert-sea contrast.

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Musandam Fjords, Oman

Dhow cruises + fjord cliffs.

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Oaxaca, Mexico

Cuisine + Day of Dead.

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Quebec City, Canada

Old-World vibe in N America.

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

A UNESCO World Heritage colonial town where colorful buildings, cobblestone streets, and a thriving arts scene create Mexico's most charming destination. A favorite of expats and artists.

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Tulum, Mexico

A bohemian beach town where Mayan ruins overlook turquoise Caribbean waters, eco-chic hotels blend with jungle, and a laid-back vibe attracts travelers seeking natural beauty and wellness.

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Whistler, Canada

Ski + summer alpine.

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Dream lagoon luxury.

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Cook Islands

Remote Polynesian charm.

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Fiji Islands

Turquoise paradise.

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Fraser Island / K’gari, Australia

World’s largest sand island.

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Micronesia

Untouched dive world.

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New Caledonia

French Pacific lagoon.

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Palau

Jellyfish Lake + reefs.

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Papua New Guinea

Intense jungle trekking.

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Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Jungle meets reef.

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Samoa

Waterfalls + fa’a Samoa culture.

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Tahiti & Moorea, French Polynesia

South Pacific romance.

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Tonga

Swim with humpbacks.

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Uluru / Ayers Rock, Australia

Spiritual red monolith.

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Vanuatu

Volcano treks + coral.

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Whitsunday Islands, Australia

Whitehaven Beach + sailing.

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Amazon Rainforest, Colombia / Peru

Jungle biodiversity.

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Arequipa, Peru

White-stone city under volcano.

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Atacama Desert, Chile

Mars-like landscapes.

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Bariloche, Argentina

Lakes + chocolate town.

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Bogotá, Colombia

Altitude art scene.

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Cartagena, Colombia

A Caribbean gem where colorful colonial buildings line cobblestone streets, ancient fortifications protect the old town, and Caribbean rhythms fill the air. A UNESCO World Heritage site of incredible charm.

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Cocora Valley, Colombia

Wax palms & coffee lands.

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Cuenca, Ecuador

Colonial Andean city.

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Cusco & Sacred Valley, Peru

Inca heritage + altitude light.

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Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

A living laboratory of evolution where unique wildlife has no fear of humans, volcanic landscapes create otherworldly scenes, and Charles Darwin's observations changed science forever. A UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Iguaçu Falls, Brazil / Argentina

Epic waterfalls.

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La Paz & Valle de la Luna, Bolivia

Cable-car city + lunar terrain.

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Lake Titicaca, Peru

High-altitude island life.

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Lima & Miraflores, Peru

Coastal gastronomy.

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Machu Picchu, Peru

An ancient Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers mysterious ruins and spectacular mountain views that have captivated visitors for centuries.

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Manaus & Amazon Rivers, Brazil

Meeting of waters.

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Medellín, Colombia

Perpetual spring + design.

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Pantanal, Brazil

World’s largest wetland wildlife.

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Paraty, Brazil

Colonial bay + islands.

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Quito & Otavalo, Ecuador

Colonial Andes + markets.

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Beaches + Christ the Redeemer.

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Salta, Argentina

A colonial gem in northwest Argentina where Spanish architecture, Andean culture, and the Tren a las Nubes (Train to the Clouds) create an authentic South American experience.