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Rio's Best Beaches

Don your Speedo! These Rio Beaches Await. Plan your next trip to one of Rio de Janeiro's Top 5 hottest beaches, including Copacabana and Ipanema.

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Uruguay: What to See and Do

Travel Channel offers its tips on what travelers should see, do and eat when visiting Uruguay, including visiting Montevideo, Cabo Polonio, Punta del Este and Casapueblo.

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Ecuador: What to See and Do

Explore Quito; hike in Cotopaxi National Park; eat delicious manestra; and visit the Galapagos Islands. Find out what other adventures await you in Ecuador.

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Colombia: What to See and Do

Once a haven for drug lords, Colombia has transformed itself into a popular travel destination. Travel Channel explains why you shouldn't leave this country of your must-see list.

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Chile: What to See and Do

Santiago, Valparaiso, Easter Island, the Atacama Desert and wine tasting in the Rapel Valley are just a few things that travelers should do and see when visiting Chile.

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Best of Brazil's Bahia

Go deep in to the soul of Brazil and explore Bahia's people, cultures and food.

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7 Peru Adventure Ideas

Calling all adventure travelers! Travel Channel gives you the best places in Peru to experience the Amazon, Nazca Lines, horseback riding, surfing, zip lining and more.

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7 Inca Places to Know

Explore the mysterious ruins of the Inca empire in Peru, including Machu Picchu, Moray and Sacsayhuaman.

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Volleyball in Brazil

Learn how to play volleyball in Brazil.

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Braised Rabbit in Red Wine

Watch Andrew Zimmern prepare braised rabbit in red wine with chimmichuri. Then prepare the dish in your own kitchen.

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Brazilian Moqueca

Watch Andrew Zimmern cook Brazilian Moqueca. Then prepare the dish in your own kitchen.

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Travel Trend: Medical Tourism

Low labor costs and quality medical schools are transforming many parts of the world into medical tourism hotspots.

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The Best Resources for Gay Travel

Take a look at the best resources to plan a gay getaway, including Damron's travel guides, Passport Magazine, OutTraveler.com and GayCities' iPhone app.

Best International Wine Festivals

Check out our picks for the best wine festivals around the world.

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Girl Getaways for the Adventurers

The Lost Girls share their picks for adrenaline-rushing and brag-worthy trips to take with your gal pals.