Love shopping enough to make a vacation out of it? A Shopping vacation or day trip may be just what you are looking for. Many destinations are known for their markets, wares, shopping outlets or street vendors where you are sure to find bargains and unique products. Jewelery, ceramics, wood carvings and tapestries can be found at many markets and street vendors around the world, showcasing the culture of the destination. For clothes and shoes, head to a destination that is known for affordable outlet shopping, where you can expect to leave with your arms full. Ask the store or your airline about shipping for less hassle and to see what you are allowed to bring back home....read more »
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photo by Real Traveler FumioBuenos Aires
One of the largest cities in South America, Buenos Aires is a popular vacation site year-round. As the home of the tango, dance performances can be seen every weekend and drum music can be heard filling the air. The naturally temperate climate is perfec... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler radha & kameshCusco
Once the center of the Incan Empire, Cusco now draws tourists from around the world. The ruins of the ancient civilization still stand, including the Ollantaytambo and Saqsaywaman sites and the sculpture gardens at Chuquipalta. Outside of the Incan site... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Niamh and CathalOtavalo
This quaint Ecuadorian vally town, surrouunded by volcano ranges, offers both spectacular scenery and interesting culture. The town is known mainly for it's Saturday market, for colorful textiles and for renound traditional music. read more »
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photo by Real Traveler JennontourQuito
The capital of Ecuador is an excellent stop for South American tourists. Classic colonial buildings line the old city, while office buildings tower in the new developments. With attractions ranging from parks to historical centers to massive museums, th... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler SD DavisLa Paz
Find highlights on things to do and see in La Paz shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to La Paz across multiple sites to help plan your... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Beats working!Santiago
Chiles capital is a modernized metropolis, with markets and theaters surrounded by office complexes and marbled buildings. Santiago is a great location for adventure travelers as well, where hiking, whitewater rafting and even skiing are possible. read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Ffion & John
Lima
The museums, the breathtaking beauty of the Andes mountains, the colonial mansions, the beautiful churches, the works of art, the Inca ruins, the unique crafts, the vibrant food and music, the bullfights and festivals, the beaches and snow capped mounta... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler breSao Paulo
One of the largest cities in the world, Sao Paulo is known as a tourist hub for its varied cuisine and thousands of clubs and lounges. The city includes Portuguese, African, and even Japanese immigrants, making it one of the most culturally diverse citi... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Craig & JoSan Carlos de Bariloche
Located at the foot of the Andes Mountains, Bariloche is surrounded by spectacular lakes, mountains and foothills. A great place for winter travelers to visit, Bariloche features skiing, hiking and water sports activities galore. During the summer, thin... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler CowgirlTifVina del Mar
Vina del Mar was originally developed over a century ago as an exclusive resort and residential area, class and has since become all that and more. A premiere Chilean seaside resort town, Vina del Mar offers travelers beaches, a gambling casino, fine di... read more »
Top Five Shopping Trip Blogs
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Raining Cats and Dogs | Jun 12 08'
"I need to stem the flow of this shopping somehow"
Hola y Buenos Dias de Argentina. I could go on, obviously, but for those of you who can`t speak Spanish i`ll carry on in English...We`ve been here... Continue reading »
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What a city! | Mar 03 07'
One of the highlights of the trip was always to trek to the ancient city of Machu Picchu and it was amazing. It was a four day trek and we were acc... Continue reading »
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Aaaaaarequiiiiipaaaaa *squawk!* | Dec 05 06'
"Hundreds, maybe thousands of tentacles dangle from the body of the beast"
This is going to be pretty dodgy as I've lost my notebook which had all the details down - so this is all from memory.. here goes!Well we arrived i... Continue reading »
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Buenos Aires | Aug 24 05'
"Home of Tango"
We arrive to Buenos Aires in the middle of a strong rainstorm, with the plane (perpetually late in South America) rolling and yawing omnionously... Continue reading »
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Buenos Aires Round II | Jan 29 07'
"We ate ice cream and felt very much like tourists"
Greetings! In order to make up for our recent lack of blogging, we´re doing a double today! Sabrina is taking on the... Continue reading »
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Land of amazing sites
CHILE & ARGENTINA .... A land of amazing sites (7-08-01)Chile, with a population of 14.8 million, is shaped like a string bean and... Continue reading »
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The Equator II - From South to North
Everything is going well here. We crossed the equator around midnight on June 7th, and this time we had an "equator party" on the fantail... Continue reading »
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At Sea... somewhere between Cocos and Costa Rica
So, we're on Cocos Island tomorrow!! We will be arriving there sometime early tomorrow morning, and will anchor a ways off the island.... Continue reading »
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