“The Feria is a non-stop whirl of flamenco, food and drink, horses and bullfighting. Expect to sleep little, if at all, as you are paraded around town in a horse-drawn carriage that becomes the primary means of conveyance in the fairgrounds (and beyond) during the week-long festival…” La Feria de Abril in Seville is a … Read more

It’s no surprise that famous destinations like Nassau in the Bahamas, Saint-Tropez on the French Riviera, and the Greek island of Santoríni draw record numbers of cruise ships year after year. These world-renowned ports sit atop many travelers’ bucket lists thanks to their history, natural beauty and attractions. Yet the popularity that makes them appealing … Read more

The legacy of Lima’s poor surrounds much of the historic center, most visibly beneath the Church of St. Francis where the catacombs hold the remains of an estimated 75,000 people. After Francisco Pizarro founded Lima as the “City of Kings” in 1534, Spanish missionaries recruited destitute laborers to help build the church, promising a Christian … Read more

The vast high-altitude deserts of northern Chile and southwestern Bolivia — known as the Atacama and the Uyuni salt flats — rank among the world’s best locations for stargazing. Around the town of San Pedro de Atacama, clear skies, low humidity and minimal light and radio pollution create exceptional visibility of the Milky Way and … Read more

PANAMA IS A MOUSE that roars on the international business scene. The isthmus connecting North and South America, though roughly the size of Ireland or South Carolina, punches well above its weight economically because of the Panama Canal’s global role in shipping. Visitors are often surprised by the view before their plane even lands. Panama … Read more

The Sculpture Coralarium, the latest submerged exhibition by artist Jason deCaires Taylor, has opened in the Maldives. Installed at the Fairmont Sirru Fen Fushi resort, the Coralarium sits within the largest developed coral lagoon in the country and features a 200-ton, cube-shaped tidal structure. Its form echoes branching coral, with open chambers that let tides, … Read more

      ©Trekandshoot/dreamstime.com Los Angeles is a dynamic mosaic of colorful neighborhoods, towering palms, bustling freeways and neon-lit streets set across an undulating landscape. Home to about 3.7 million people, this Southern California metropolis draws visitors with its diverse communities, scenic variety and constant energy. Spanning more than 500 square miles, the city extends … Read more

For years Las Vegas developers and designers have focused on guiding visitors through casinos rather than around them. The city’s famous “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” reputation has long been tied to indoor, often private experiences. That is changing as visitors increasingly spend their money on non-gaming activities. In recent years, casino gaming … Read more

Inkaterra, Peru’s leader in sustainable tourism, marks its 40th anniversary with the new “Ruby” package: a nine-day journey that visits four of its signature properties across Peru and includes more than 40 curated activities, from guided excursions to gourmet meals and spa treatments. The itinerary is designed to showcase Peru’s diverse landscapes and cultural heritage … Read more

LAN Peru is enhancing its in-flight offering by introducing Peruvian-inspired cuisine on select long-haul routes, giving passengers a chance to experience authentic flavors while flying at 30,000 feet. The carrier, part of LATAM Airlines Group, currently serves these dishes on flights from Lima (LIM) to Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), New York (JFK) and Madrid … Read more