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Two luxury cruises to sail the Magdalena River in Colombia

Two luxury cruises to sail the Magdalena River in Colombia

LATAM NEWS Two luxury cruises to sail the Magdalena River in Colombia From 2024 onwards, the first luxury river cruise ships will sail on the Magdalena River - the most important river in Colombia - and they will be operated by AmaWaterways, an American company...

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The “special interest” tourism boom in Tierra del Fuego

The “special interest” tourism boom in Tierra del Fuego

LATAM NEWS The "special interest" tourism boom in Tierra del Fuego Glaciers, secret parks, virgin territories, scientific tourism, kayaking, mountaineering, trekking and a part of human history are part of the mystical, majestic and surprising experience that Tierra...

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In Quito, discover the Chocó Andino nature reserve

In Quito, discover the Chocó Andino nature reserve

LATAM NEWS In Quito, discover the Chocó Andino nature reserve The city of Quito, promotes activities related to conservation, biodiversity and ecotourism to local, national and foreign visitors.   Among the attractions of the capital of Ecuador, Quito, is the Chocó...

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Jardín, a concentrate of Colombia!

Jardín, a concentrate of Colombia!

LATAM NEWS Jardín, a concentrate of Colombia! Located 130 kilometres from Medellín, Jardín, also known as "the most beautiful city in Antioquia", is one of the 17 heritage cities of Colombia. The nature that surrounds it, its culture, its diversity and also its...

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ANATO 2023: a success that exceeded all expectations!

ANATO 2023: a success that exceeded all expectations!

LATAM NEWS ANATO 2023: a success that exceeded all expectations! This week, the Colombian Association of Travel and Tourism Agencies (Anato) held its tourism showcase, where the panorama facing tourism in Colombia was discussed. According to the director Paula Cortés,...

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5 events in March not to be missed in Latin America!

5 events in March not to be missed in Latin America!

LATAM NEWS 5 events in March not to be missed in Latin America!   COSTA RICA   From March - Turtle nesting - Pacific Coast   The season of mass arrivals of the olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) takes place during this month of March. Although the...

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ANATO 2023 opens its doors on 22 February

ANATO 2023 opens its doors on 22 February

LATAM NEWS ANATO 2023 opens its doors on 22 February The annual meeting of the Colombian tourism sector, ANATO 2023, which will take place from 22 to 24 February in Bogotá, will be officially opened by the President of the Republic, Gustavo Petro, this Wednesday at...

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Embratur and ApexBrasil relaunch the Brazilian country brand

Embratur and ApexBrasil relaunch the Brazilian country brand

LATAM NEWS Embratur and ApexBrasil relaunch the Brazilian country brand   "Marca Brasil" will be used in actions to promote the country's tourism and trade abroad.   Marcelo Freixo, president of EMBRATUR, the Brazilian agency for the promotion of international...

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Bogotá to host AdventureNEXT Latin America 2023

Bogotá to host AdventureNEXT Latin America 2023

LATAM NEWS Bogotá to host AdventureNEXT Latin America 2023 The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) has announced that registration for AdventureNEXT Latin America 2023, to be held in Bogotá from 25-27 June 2023, is now open. The event's theme, Tourism as a Tool...

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Cañar, archaeological and cultural capital of Ecuador

Cañar, archaeological and cultural capital of Ecuador

LATAM NEWS Cañar, archaeological and cultural capital of Ecuador A year ago, Cañar was declared the archaeological and cultural capital of Ecuador, in this article discover some of the reasons why this township has become one of the most important tourist destinations...

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Chile launches a promotional campaign for sustainable tourism

Chile launches a promotional campaign for sustainable tourism

LATAM NEWS Chile launches a promotional campaign for sustainable tourism In line with global trends where tourists are demanding more sustainable products in their travels, Chile's Undersecretariat of Tourism and Sernatur have launched the campaign "Chile, impulsando...

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5 events in February not to be missed in Latin America!

5 events in February not to be missed in Latin America!

LATAM NEWS 5 events in February not to be missed in Latin America! BRAZIL   from 17/02 to 25/02 - Carnival in Rio de Janeiro   The world's biggest carnival is still in Rio de Janeiro, where the festivities have already begun with parties, comparsas and samba...

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Meeting the flavours and aromas of coffee in Brazil

Meeting the flavours and aromas of coffee in Brazil

LATAM NEWS Meeting the flavours and aromas of coffee in Brazil Several rural tourist routes in Brazil allow you to discover coffee, captivating tourists interested in its production and tasting. Many prefer it strong, others a little sweeter, some pure or with milk,...

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Air France’s 17 partner chefs for 2023 announced

Air France’s 17 partner chefs for 2023 announced

LATAM NEWS Air France's 17 partner chefs for 2023 announced 5 new chefs will join this exceptional brigade: Amandine Chaignot, Mauro Colagreco, Thierry Marx, Angelo Musa and Olivier Perret. On the occasion of the Bocuse d'Or 2023, of which Air France is an official...

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Palenque, in the footsteps of the Maya in Mexico

Palenque, in the footsteps of the Maya in Mexico

LATAM NEWS Palenque, in the footsteps of the Maya in Mexico Located in the state of Chiapas in Mexico on the border with Guatemala, Palenque or Lakam Ha (Great Waters in Maya) is without doubt one of the most beautiful Mayan sites in Mexico. More than 1,400 buildings...

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Inauguration of “La Ruta de la Caldera” in Panama

Inauguration of “La Ruta de la Caldera” in Panama

LATAM NEWS Inauguration of "La Ruta de la Caldera" in Panama The PROMTUR Panama team, industry and local government representatives participated in the official inauguration of the first 30 kilometres of "La Ruta de la Caldera", an initiative led by the Panama Tourism...

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Jaime Benítez appointed National Director of Sernatur in Chile

Jaime Benítez appointed National Director of Sernatur in Chile

LATAM NEWS Jaime Benítez appointed National Director of Sernatur in Chile The President of the Republic of Chile, Gabriel Boric, has appointed Jaime Cristóbal Benítez Villafranca as the new National Director of the National Tourism Service of Chile (Sernatur). Jaime...

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Hilton opens new hotel in Santa Marta

Hilton opens new hotel in Santa Marta

LATAM NEWS Hilton opens new hotel in Santa Marta Hilton Hotels Group has announced the opening of the Hilton Santa Marta in Colombia. Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the 261-room hotel is located near the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Tayrona National Park. The hotel...

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Air France increases capacity to Colombia

Air France increases capacity to Colombia

LATAM NEWS Air France increases capacity to Colombia Air France will increase its flight capacity to Colombia by replacing the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with the Airbus A350-900 on the Paris-Bogota route for the 2023 summer season, representing a 17.4% increase in seat...

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Daniela Carneiro is Brazil’s new Minister of Tourism

Daniela Carneiro is Brazil’s new Minister of Tourism

LATAM NEWS Daniela Carneiro is Brazil's new Minister of Tourism The new Minister of Tourism, Daniela Carneiro, took office on Monday 2 January, in a ceremony held at the Ministry's headquarters in Brasilia. In her first speech after taking office, the minister...

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Cuenca from above: rooftops not to be missed

Cuenca from above: rooftops not to be missed

LATAM NEWS Cuenca from above: rooftops not to be missed Revelling in the architectural and scenic beauty of Cuenca is a pleasure that can be enjoyed in many ways. Doing so from above, with a fantastic panoramic view as a backdrop while savouring the tasty Ecuadorian...

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Guide to identify a traditional Buenos Aires café

Guide to identify a traditional Buenos Aires café

LATAM NEWS Guide to identify a traditional Buenos Aires café If the place is old, with lots of wood, posters and photos, if the waiters are wearing shirts and waistcoats, if the menu offers medialunas: then you are in a real Argentine café! You are sitting at an old...

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Protected areas to visit in Ecuador

Protected areas to visit in Ecuador

LATAM NEWS Protected areas to visit in Ecuador Ecuador's natural environment has an impressive biodiversity, no matter where you are. There are 70 protected marine and terrestrial areas in its four regions, which account for almost 20% of the territory and are home to...

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“Ready to fly’ soon a reality?

“Ready to fly’ soon a reality?

LATAM NEWS "Ready to fly' soon a reality? The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has developed industry standards that will bring the goal of having travellers arrive at airports ready to fly a little closer to reality. The recently published Recommended...

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Emirates back in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro

Emirates back in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro

LATAM NEWS Emirates back in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro Emirates is resuming its service between Dubai, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, suspended due to the pandemic, with four flights per week. The airline is strengthening its Latin American network by adding a...

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PROMPERÚ joins the WTTC Nature Guardians

PROMPERÚ joins the WTTC Nature Guardians

LATAM NEWS PROMPERÚ joins the WTTC Nature Guardians PROMPERÚ is now part of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) initiative for a responsible and sustainable revival of tourism.   For Peru, sustainable tourism has become an essential element of development...

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5 alternative experiences in Argentina!

5 alternative experiences in Argentina!

LATAM NEWS 5 alternative experiences in Argentina! Sleeping in the middle of a salar, diving with wild sea lions, or making your own wine. There are a multitude of curious, fun and sensational experiences to be had in Argentina, here is a selection!   Luxury...

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6 events in December not to be missed in Latin America!

6 events in December not to be missed in Latin America!

LATAM NEWS 6 events in December not to be missed in Latin America! ECUADOR 24/12 Passage of the Travelling Child, Cuenca On 24 December, a large procession takes place from the neighbourhoods of El Vado and San Sebastian, in the west of Cuenca, to the Calderon Park....

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Silver Endeavour, a luxury expedition ship in Antarctica

Silver Endeavour, a luxury expedition ship in Antarctica

LATAM NEWS Silver Endeavour, a luxury expedition ship in Antarctica   Silversea Cruises officially launched the Silver Endeavour, formerly Crystal Endeavor, the world's most luxurious expedition ship, on 19 November in the first-ever naming ceremony for an...

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10 must-see sites in the Galapagos Islands

10 must-see sites in the Galapagos Islands

LATAM NEWS 10 must-see sites in the Galapagos Islands In Ecuador's famous Galapagos Islands, you can experience life in its natural state as you walk among the giant tortoises, sea lions and exotic birds that inhabit this evolutionary paradise. It's one of the most...

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Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022 list revealed

Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022 list revealed

LATAM NEWS Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2022 list revealed The 2022 list of Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants was unveiled at the first physical ceremony since 2019, held on Tuesday evening in Mexico's Yucatan province. Virgilio Martínez and Pía León's...

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World Travel Awards 2022: the winners in Latin America

World Travel Awards 2022: the winners in Latin America

LATAM NEWS World Travel Awards 2022: the winners in Latin America On 11 November, the 29th World Travel Awards ceremony was held in Muscat, the capital of Oman, to celebrate excellence in all key sectors of the travel and tourism industry.   Peru confirms its...

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Amadeus Travel Trends: How travel will change in 2023

Amadeus Travel Trends: How travel will change in 2023

LATAM NEWS Amadeus Travel Trends: How travel will change in 2023 The idea of a technological revolution in travel is no longer an assumption. Over the next 12 months and beyond, we are likely to see a continuing shift in the way we travel. New tools, solutions and...

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Colombia presents its tourism offer at the WTM in London

Colombia presents its tourism offer at the WTM in London

LATAM NEWS Colombia presents its tourism offer at the WTM in London ProColombia has set up an important stand at the World Travel Market in London, one of the most important tourism events in the world, which takes place over three days in the British capital. "We...

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Tourism transformation at WTM ministers’ summit

Tourism transformation at WTM ministers’ summit

LATAM NEWS Tourism transformation at WTM ministers' summit “Our job is to create jobs” ,World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili told tourism sector leaders as education, sustainability, and governance took centre stage at the...

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