The beach offers a variety of activities to be enjoyed under the sun. This natural delight can provide you with a picturesque, relaxing setting to unwind, or a great access point to your favorite water sports. You can discover unique and colorful creatures while snorkeling in the sea, or get sporty and go surf the waves. Being a beach bum is always perfectly acceptable too - bring a book and find a relatively quiet beach for some much needed rest. Bringing the kids along? Most popular beaches have rental stands with chairs, boogie boards and more so you can keep everyone entertained and comfortable without having to pack extra gear....read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Wendy2009Rio de Janeiro
Well known for its prominent beaches, Copacabana and Ipanema, Rio is a popular retreat for many tourists. Home of the Brazilian Carnival celebration in the springtime, Rio is a favorite getaway for vacationers around the world. There are also major fest... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Wendy2009Ilha Grande
The pretty, tourist friendly island of Ilha Grande is located just off of the coast of Rio di Janeiro. Travelers to this island can expect beautiful beaches, stunning landscape, and a tropical climate. Sailing, relaxing on the beach, snorkeling and divi... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Pati and AleBuenos 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 keaLima
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 vincentvegaPunta del Este
Punta del Este, a favorite getaway for South Americans and international travelers alike. This small town transforms from sleepy coastal village to a tourist hotbed in the summer months of December and January, and it’s no wonder, for Punta del Este boa... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Sanz TravelsVina 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 »
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photo by Real Traveler SD DavisFlorianopolis
A popular Brazilian tourist destination, Florianopolis is a unique city -Â half of it located on mainland southern Brazil and the other half on Santa Catarina Island. With an abundance of white sand beaches, gorgeous scenery, cultural charm, friendly at... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Eub and SabPuerto Madryn
Wildlife lovers will rejoice in Puerto Madryn, Patagonia's gateway to exciting whale watching trips and wildlife sactuaries. As a city, Puerto Madryn provides plenty of shopping, strolling, and lodging accomodations while you stay near several World Her... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler SD DavisHuanchaco
Find highlights on things to do and see in Huanchaco shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Huanchaco across multiple sites to help plan your... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Tracy and ScottMar del Plata
Find highlights on things to do and see in Mar del Plata shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Mar del Plata across multiple sites to help plan y... read more »
Top Five Beach Trip Blogs
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Samba, Sol, e Futebol!!!!! | Mar 22 07'
"Must visit city before you die!"
Copa, Copacabana! Come lets samba! Oh yes, we shook our hips like the saucy sun queens that we are! Homesick, shmomesick! All cares are lost in thi... Continue reading »
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Day Trip up the North Coast from Renaca | Jan 01 07'
"Headed up for a drive north up the coast from Horcon"
We headed up for a drive further north up the coast from Horcon to the beach towns of Maitencillo, Cachagua, Zapallar and Papudo. On the way... Continue reading »
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The City of Rivers | Feb 07 07'
"I was so touched by the smiling faces and the enthusiasm of the people that a lump started to form in my throat.."
I am feeling really inspired in this city. Valdivia is perhaps the nicest place I have been to in this part of the world. I have seen the most incr... Continue reading »
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The Race is On! | Jul 29 06'
"We had talked about hitching, but chickened out every chance we got."
On the very off chance that you didn´t already know, I´m crazy, and it takes someone equally crazy to keep up with me.After the mad dash to the rod... Continue reading »
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Out of Ecuador | Mar 26 06'
After our relaxing night's stay at Termas De Papallacta, it was time to head out into the jungle. From Papallacta we headed onto Tena (some 4... Continue reading »
South America Travel Experiences
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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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