Remember the Alamo and Much More – The Alamo & San Antonio Missions, Texas
The Alamo and San Antonio Missions in Texas became a UNESCO World Heritage site and for good reason.
Our travel blog posts about cultural travel include information about museums, local markets, festivals and celebrations, Indigenous groups, archaeological sites, traditions, and other aspects of culture in North, Central, and South America.
The Magical World of Gabriel Garcia Márquez – Aracataca, Colombia
Travel to Aracataca, Colombia to explore the magical realism of the hometown of Gabriel Garcia Márquez, the country's most famous author.
Photo Essay: Colorful Colonial Buildings in Cartagena, Colombia
Photos of our favorite colorful colonial buildings in Cartagena, Colombia reveal the city's remarkable architecture and ambiance.
Photo Essay: Street Art in Cartagena, Colombia
Our favorite street art in Cartagena, Colombia where the work of modern graffiti masters mingles with the city's colonial architecture.
City Travel Guide: 11 Things To Do in Cartagena, Colombia
Our city travel guide reveals 11 things to do in Cartagena, Colombia from a free gold museum to an island splurge to torture devices.
Beyond the Beauty of the Kuna Yala – San Blas Islands, Panama
Travel through the San Blas Islands in Panama reveals the culture and traditions of the Kuna Yala people and a charming community-run hotel.
Hot New Year’s Eve Traditions – Ecuador
New Year's Eve traditions in Ecuador include fireworks, a flaming effigy of the President, new underwear, and cross-dressers in the streets.
The Flying Fingers of the Lacemakers – Azuero Peninsula, Panama
The talented lacemakers of Panama produce exquisite work that's used to complete the country's traditional dress, called a pollera.
