South America

South America has the largest rainforest on earth, the longest river in (Amazon), the driest desert (Atacama), the longest mountain range (Andes) and the most southernmost settlement in the world (Puerto Williams, Chile).

The world's fourth largest continent is filled with-

distinct cultures
colorful regions
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
diverse landscape
historical and mysterious sites
lively markets
world famous wineries
mountains, high plateaus (altiplano of Peru and Bolivia), low plateaus (Patagonia in Chile and Argentina), glaciers, desert, beaches, waterfalls (Iguazu)
and more!

In case you are wondering where to go and what to do, where to eat and what to expect, below is a list of curated articles to help you plan your trips.

27 Local Markets in South America

37 Local Food Experiences in South America

17 Coffee Shops in South America

Chile

2 Wineries to Visit in Santiago Chile
11 Things Every Traveler Should Do in Santiago Chile
8 Things to Do in Valparaiso
Visiting Punta Arenas
The Sight and Sounds of Perito Merino Argentina
Torres del Paine National Park
Four Places to Dine in Puerto Natales
5 Places to Eat in Puerto Varas, Chile
Frutillar the German Town in Chile
Puerto Octay the Non-Touristy Town in Lake District
A Day Trip to Chiloe from Puerto Varas
Bus from Puerto Varas Chile to Bariloche Argentina

Argentina

Bus From Bariloche to Mendoza
Llao Llao Hotel and Resort in Bariloche
An Epic Wine Tasting Tour in Mendoza
Francis Mallman 1884 Restaurant in Mendoza
The Ultimate Road Trip From Mendoza to Montevideo
The Five Wines of Belasco de Baquedano
Buquebus Ferry From Colonia Uruguay to Buenos Aires Argentina
What You Should Know About Recoleta and San Telmo Before Going to Buenos Aires
Go West to Salta

Uruguay

Eat Like A Local in Montevideo: Chivito and Milanesa Sandwich

11Things To Do In Montevideo Uruguay

5 Must See Places in Punta del Este Uruguay

Walking Tour: Colonia del Sacramento
Horseback Riding And Drinking Mate With A Gaucho In Uruguay

Estancia Stay At San Pedro de Timote Uruguay

Brazil

Florianopolis, The Undiscovered Destination of Brazil (an eBook on Amazon)

Taking A Bus From Uruguay To Brazil
Japanese Noodle House in Sao Paulo
Images of Mercado Municipal In Sao Paulo Brazil
Street Food and Soccer in Sao Paulo on a Saturday
DiCunto Bakery in Mooca Italian Neighborhood of Sao Paulo
Hocca Bar in Mercado Municipal Sao Paulo
10 Things I Like About Sao Paulo
14 Places to Eat in Sao Paulo

The History of Coffee in Brazil: A Visit to the Coffee Museum

A Day Trip To Santos From Sao Paulo

Two Sights in Rio de Janeiro

Favela in Rio de Janeiro

10 Things I Like About Rio de Janeiro

The Bird Park in Iguazu Falls

Helicopter Ride At Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls Brazil in Pictures

The Difference between Argentinian Iguazu Falls and Brazilian Iguazu Falls

Paraguay

Asuncion Paraguay in 36 Hours

Useful Paraguay Travel Tips

Bolivia

Bolivian Visa Application at the Border for Americans

Road Trip from Salta to Tupiza Bolivia

Uyuni Bolivia

Bolivia's Salt Flats

Potosi Mine Tour and City Attractions

Bowler Hats and The Cholas of Bolivia

10 Things I Like About La Paz Bolivia

Peru

Feedback from readers:

Will Southard:

Reading Peru: From Machu Picchu to Cusco... opened the door for my husband and I to see ourselves going there. Claudia's engaging style, survival tips and smart links all add up to an invitation to enter the country. They help you draw a mental map and let your taste buds and imaginations fly. Her candor, such as describing the difficulties of trekking the Andean Highlands and the personal touches of their Homestay, provide a close inspection that traditional guide books don't!

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