The historical hotel of San Bernardino offers relaxation and culture, stylishly designed rooms radiate comfort and a gallery exhibits a changing selection of artworks.

Dec 8, 2008 - Karin-Marijke Vis

The Itaipu hydroelectric power plant in Paraguay is one of the seven modern wonders in the world and can be visited in a day trip from Iguazu Falls or Ciudad del Este.

Mar 10, 2010 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Travel highlights in Paraguay are hospitable people, shopping in Ciudad del Este for electronics, Asunción's Franciscan churches and the Mennonite colonies.

Mar 12, 2010 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Asunción, Paraguay's capital, houses a number of museums and temporary exhibitions, displaying Paraguay's history, its rich indigenous culture and contemporary art.

Nov 21, 2008 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Paraguay's history of colonization is visible in the Franciscan churches of Yaguarón, Valenzuela and Emboscada, with richly decorated interiors carved by Guaraní Indians.

Nov 22, 2008 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Vina del Mar offers a scenic beachside setting where classy hotels, outdoor cafes and shopping attract tourists arriving from the port at Valparaiso or from Santiago.

Feb 23, 2010 - Kathryn Hedderig

Enjoy Uruguay's most scenic village. Wander around the fortress where cobbled streets line the waterfront, and join locals watching the sunset and drinking a "mate".

Jan 21, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Representing everything that Uruguay's major beach destination, Punta del Este, is not, Punta del Diablo is a haven for those who want to holiday with Uruguayans.

Jul 17, 2007 - Richard McColl

The Del also has cold spots, strange noises, mysterious breezes in rooms with shut windows and a ghostly glow. Two Secret Service Agents experienced ghostly incidents.

Feb 3, 2010 - Jill Stefko

Isabella d' Este (1474- 1539), a member of two important northern Italian dynasties and related to many others, was an art collector nonpareil.

Mar 15, 2010 - Corbitt Nesta

Bolivia became a landlocked country after it lost its access to the Pacific Ocean. Soldiers are honoured during the Day of the Sea, which is quite a sight.

Jun 22, 2010 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Nerja doesn't just offer lazy beach holidays in great surroundings but a host of tourist attractions and holiday activities for more energetic visitors too.

Nov 9, 2010 - Tony Allen

Inside its immense borders, Argentina, the eighth largest country in the world, contains a wealth of natural and urban treasures.

Feb 19, 2009 - Amy Goldstein

Many travellers make a mistake by only spending one night at Iguazu/Iguacu Falls. More time is needed to get the most out of a trip to this amazing World Heritage Site.

Nov 29, 2009 - Chiz Dakin

Founded in1533 by Pedro de Heredia, colonial Cartagena bewitches Tourists and Colombians alike

Mar 28, 2007 - Richard McColl

Latium is home to wines such as Frascati, Castelli Romani and Colli Albani. Its wine producing tradition stretches all the way back to Imperial Rome.

Oct 1, 2010 - Giovanna De Gennaro

With the Andes forming the backbone of the continent, almost every South American nation can lay claim to one of the Earth's top hiking/trekking destinations.

Apr 23, 2008 - Nicholas Gill

South America's biennial, international sculpture contest is held in Resistencia, Argentina's Capital of Sculptures; as a result 500 sculptures line the city's streets.

Oct 30, 2008 - Karin-Marijke Vis