South America

South America Articles

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Dollar-Friendly Destinations

Here are a few ideas of where to go when it comes to keeping your travel expenses to a relative minimum.

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Alien Hot Spots

Have advanced beings from outer space visited us?

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Nasca Lines

Peru's landscape is as rich as its history.

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The Silver Shadow

Here are the 10 best reasons even the seasoned cruiser will be astounded by the Silver Shadow's high-seas service.

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Hiking Vacations

We've selected 5 unforgettable hiking vacations sure to lead you into the thick of your destination.

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Live-Aboard Scuba Dives

Read on for Travel Channel's picks for the best multiday dive trips.

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Nude Beaches: Take It All Off!

Below is a list of some of the best stretches of sand where beach lovers can shed their skivvies and perfect that all-over tan.

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Floating Lodges

For travelers who like to live in the lap of luxury but also enjoy immersions in nature, floating lodges offer an interesting choice.

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Backpackers' South America

Grab your pack, and discover South America.

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World's Best Secret Beaches

Shhh ... we're letting the cat out of the bag on a few of our favorite global destinations for untracked sand and surf.

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Ipanema Beach, Brazil

Trendsetting Ipanema has a long tradition of dictating beach chic to the rest of the world.

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Fernando de Noronha, Brazil

Few people can claim they've witnessed the unspoiled and breathtaking beaches of Fernando de Noronha.

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Copacabana, Brazil

Copacabana, often referred to as the world's most famous beach, runs for 3 miles along the densely populated residential area of Rio de Janeiro.

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Pernambuco, Brazil

Known for its beautiful beaches, Pernambuco is exotic and remote, providing the ultimate escape from reality.

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Archaeological Digs

Travel Channel has selected some excavations in North and South America where travelers can literally dig in.