Travel advice: safe drinking water by Tom Shearman on 28th April, 2016 Travel advice: safe drinking water Travellers’ diarrhoea is the most likely illness anyone encounters on their holiday. By following a few simple steps, you can avoid an upset stomach and enjoy an illness-free holiday in South America (and other parts of the world!). The most common cause of water-borne illness is bacteria, such as E. …
Colombian food to try on holiday by Tom Shearman on 22nd April, 2016 Colombian food to try on holiday Colombia has some seriously tasty food to try, an essential part of any holiday to a country which personifies diversity. From the thousands of bird species to ecosystems to the 60+ languages spoken to the fruits that grow. There are lots of incredible fruit juices to try here, as …
Argentina’s Ibera wetland region by Tom Shearman on 14th April, 2016 Argentina’s Ibera wetland region Tom has been exploring the remote north-eastern reaches of Argentina’s Ibera wetland area, part of our fantastic wildlife holidays section. Here he describes his trip to Irupe Lodge – please contact us for more information – and watch his short video of the wildlife highlights. He writes: “250ml of rain …
White water rafting in Ecuador by Kathy Jarvis on 8th April, 2016 White water rafting in Ecuador South America is full of fantastic white water rafting – a perfect extension to your adventure holiday, from those looking for massive rapids to paddling fun for all the family. We offer rafting trips in Peru, including the mighty Apurimac, as well as in Chile and arguably the best rafting …
Advice to anyone thinking of a career break to travel by Tom Shearman on 1st April, 2016 Thinking of a career break to travel? Tom writes about his six months travelling across South America. The tour, with his partner Elena, encompassed Chile, Patagonia, Bolivia, Argentina, Uruguay, Ecuador, Galapagos and Colombia. He writes: “Just do it. A gap year, a gap half-year or a midlife crisis (I’m approaching 40 fast): call it what …
