Cultural Travel Posts Archive

Cultural travel posts including information about museums, local markets, festivals and celebrations, indigenous groups, archaeological sites, traditions, and other aspects of cultural travel in North, Central, and South America.

Historic and Hospitable Estancia Harberton – Ushuaia, Argentina

Visit Estancia Harberton, the first ranch in Tierra del Fuego, for living history from a family of pioneers and proselytizers near Ushuaia, Argentina.

Photo Essay: The Street Art of Valparaiso, Chile

We're sharing our best shots of our favorite pieces of street art in Valparaiso, Chile in this photo essay from the Pacific Coast port town.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2020-05-01T15:07:07-04:00May 1, 2020 || Posted in: Chile - Cultural Travel, Photo Essays, Street Art || 0 Comments

The Flips and Kicks of Cholita Wrestling – La Paz, Bolivia

Inside the costumes, choreography, and culture of Cholita Wrestling which is one of the most unusual things travelers can do in La Paz, Bolivia.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2020-04-23T08:43:36-04:00April 21, 2020 || Posted in: Bolivia - Cultural Travel || 0 Comments

Is this Peru’s Next Adventure Town? – Santa Teresa, Peru

Make Santa Teresa, Peru your adventure basecamp with hot springs, ziplines, rafting, kayaking, and the cheapest way to get to Machu Picchu.

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2020-06-03T12:18:36-04:00December 5, 2019 || Posted in: Peru - Adventure Travel, Archaeological Sites, Coffee, Cultural Travel, Hiking & Trekking, Incan Sites, Water Sports || 0 Comments

Photo Essay: The Weekly Guamote Market in Ecuador

There are no tchotchkes at the Guamote market in Ecuador where the needs of the locals--from hats to guinea pigs--are sold and the bargaining is serious.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2020-05-01T14:05:52-04:00October 2, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Cultural Travel, Local Markets, Photo Essays || 2 Comments

Community Tourism Done Right – Napo River Amazon Basin, Ecuador

Is this outstanding community tourism project the right adventure lodge for you in the Napo River Amazon Basin in Ecuador?

Karen Catchpole, CWO (Chief Writing Officer)2020-06-01T09:48:15-04:00September 4, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Adventure Travel, Amazing Animal Sightings, Amazon Travel, Cultural Travel, Wildlife || 0 Comments

Photo Essay: Independence Day Festival in Saraguro, Ecuador

The traditional clothing, culture, and pride of the residents of Saraguro, Ecuador are on full display as they celebrate their Independence Day with food and parades.

Eric Mohl, CPO (Chief Photography Officer)2020-05-01T14:08:52-04:00August 8, 2019 || Posted in: Ecuador - Cultural Travel, Festivals & Celebrations, Photo Essays || 0 Comments