Central & South America

If you’ve ever found yourself in Bali during school holidays or hoiking your suitcase up 100-year-old staircases in Europe during a heatwave, you’ve probably learned that choosing where to travel is just as important as deciding when to go.

There’s nothing better than a good waterfall with the thundering flow of water, dramatic rock faces and bright blue foamy water. Whether you want to admire one from afar, swim below one or climb down one, there’s sure to be a waterfall for you not too far away. While it’s a hard list to narrow down, we’ve found 10 of the best waterfalls in the world, from the world-famous to the lesser-known gems.

Are you on the hunt for your next under-the-radar destination? Look no further because beautiful Buenos Aires has you covered.

​Sometimes it’s nice to give up the gas guzzler for a big city holiday, but if you’re the kind who likes to explore beyond the beaten path, there’s no better way to do it than with your own set of wheels. From one day spins to month-long hauls, it’s time to fire up the playlist because these are the best road trips in the world.

Experiencing the local cuisine is usually the number one priority for us when on holiday, and there’s no better place to do it than at a local market. Whether you’re after ready-made deliciousness to dig into on the spot or you want to check out the local produce from the area, here are the best food markets around the world.

​Most people plan their South American adventure around the big ticket items. Machu Picchu, the Galapagos Islands, a trek through Torres del Paine National Park. But considering the growing problem of overtourism, it’s worth skipping the obvious stuff, ditching the crowds at the Sun Gate, and spending your hard-earned tourism dollars somewhere else. Let’s be honest, the Inca Trail will get along just fine without you.  

​Africa tends to drag most of the big ‘safari crowd’, which is fair enough. Not many continents can rival Tanzania’s wildebeest migration (in fact, outside Africa, wildebeest are generally pretty thin on the ground). But South America has a diverse wildlife tourism industry too. And it’s not just kicking with sea turtles off the Galapagos Islands either (although you can’t go past it). There are dozens of mind-blowing wildlife experiences all over the continent, from birdwatching in Colombia’s Santa Marta to tracking puma over the mountains of Torres del Paine.

If Caye Caulker in Belize isn’t on your bucket list yet then I’m guessing you just haven’t heard enough about it. With crystal clear waters, the second biggest barrier reef in the world, more water activities than you can poke a stick at—we’re talking kayaking, SUPing, snorkelling, diving, windsurfing, kiteboarding, spearfishing and more—seafood galore and a seemingly never-ending supply of rum punch, it’s no wonder Caye Caulker is a popular destination on the gringo trail.  

If you’re currently in a state of negative annual leave stop reading now. But, if you have leave to burn or just like to live life on the edge—welcome to Aruba. 

Picture this: you’re sitting in a luxury train compartment, travelling through fields of blue agave and sipping all-you-can-drink tequila.

A city once made famous by Pablo Escobar and considered one of the most dangerous in the world, Medellin is now one of the must-see travel destinations of 2019. Spend a little bit of time here and you’ll quickly realise there’s so much more to this mountain paradise than what your Narcos binge taught you.

Can't decide whether to spend your hard-earned dollars on glamping or yachting your way around the world? Well, soon there'll be no need to thanks to the new rooftop glamping on top of a yacht which will be cruising around the Galapagos Islands as of May 2019.

Tacos, tick. Warm weather, tick. Stunning beaches, tickety tick. Have I sold you on Mexico yet? Thought so. Now when it comes to Mexico accommodation, there are a few ways you can go. Most Americans head straight for gated super resorts like El Cozumeleño or Riu Palace Riviera, but if you’re looking to skip feeling like a tourist, try these epic designer hotels instead.

Packed with flamingos, yellow towns and hidden cenotes

If Mexico is high on your bucket list, then Tulum should be a non-negotiable stop on your Mexican meanderings.

Crack open your diary and make room for one of these epic trips in 2018

Mexico City has been high on the ‘must visit’ lists of many travel authorities in recent years. Why? Because it’s fabulous.