Located between the states of Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais, Itatiaia National Park holds the distinction of being Brazil’s first national park. It was established in 1937. This lush sanctuary is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike, offering an extraordinary blend of biodiversity, dramatic landscapes, and historic charm. The park sprawls…
Huerquehue National Park is one of those places that makes you feel like you’ve stepped straight into a painting. Located in the Araucanía Region within the Andes Mountain range just outside the town of Pucón, this park is celebrated for its peaceful scenery and rugged landscape. The park was established in 1967, making it one…
The Louvre may have the Mona Lisa, but it also has 10,000 tourists standing between you and her enigmatic smirk. Sometimes, the real cultural gems aren’t the mega-museums with direction maps—they’re the small, quirky, human-sized ones that surprise you with their charm and oddities. These intimate experiences, sometimes, offer much more of an experience than…
Porto isn’t just about the Douro River and port wine—it’s also a city where flour, yeast, and butter come together in poetic perfection. If you think pastries are just snacks, Porto’s bakeries are here to school you on how indulgence can be elevated to an art form. Porto’s bakeries are a delightful blend of tradition…
If you thought Panama was just about the canal and coffee, think again. This narrow strip of land wedged between the Pacific and the Caribbean is home to some of the most jaw-dropping resorts in Central America. And no, you don’t have to choose between jungle adventure and beachside cocktails—you can have both, preferably with…
If Europe had a secret too stylish to spill, it would be Ljubljana. This pint-sized city packs in more character than some capitals ten times its size. Ljubljana has all the makings of a storybook city, with its atmospheric old town and the gentle flow of the Ljubljanica River weaving through its heart. The riverbanks,…
Located in the Ancash region, the park encompasses the Cordillera Blanca, the highest tropical mountain range in the world. Its centerpiece is Mount Huascaran, the tallest peak in Peru. The park was established in 1975 and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its extraordinary natural beauty and biodiversity. The park is a…
Found in the province of Entre Ríos in northeastern Argentina, El Palmer National Park offers visitors a unique window into the country’s subtropical landscapes. Established in 1966, the park is renowned for its extensive groves of the yatay palm. This species is native to this region that can reach impressive heights of up to 20…