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Tucked deep in Chile’s central valley, the capital city enjoys a thriving arts scene and a cityscape surrounded by towering mountains.

Visit a quaint 17th-century island fort, take a banana boat out on the ocean and fill up on tasty snacks from the stalls.

Witness the breathtaking beauty of the region at the end of the world, where the rocky faces of the Andes mountains tower over glaciers, rivers and forests.

Take boat trips, go diving in crystalline water and snap memorable photos of jagged coastline, remote beaches and peaceful islands.

Admire the outstanding and innovative architecture of this beautiful building and then venture inside for art exhibitions, movies and theatrical performances.

Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.

Take boat trips, go diving in crystalline water and snap memorable photos of jagged coastline, remote beaches and peaceful islands.

Visit a quaint 17th-century island fort, take a banana boat out on the ocean and fill up on tasty snacks from the stalls.

Appreciate the prevailing Welsh culture when you visit this quaint colonial riverside town set in the northeast of Argentina’s Patagonia Region.

In a city blessed with stunning churches this pretty slave-built church, in the heart of Salvador’s UNESCO-protected Historic Center, is one its most interesting.

Relax in upscale huts and swim in the clear, shallow water by the beaches that enclose this historic city.

Among the skyscrapers of Brazil’s biggest city is a museum of Portuguese, art galleries of Old and New World masters and the country’s first planetarium.

Nestled deep within a valley is a village known for thermal baths, hiking routes, stunning scenery and as a popular stopover when visiting the famous Machu Picchu.

Mountains and lakes, adventure sports, chocolate and Swiss-style architecture make this Argentine city a popular year-round destination.

Porto Seguro’s Old Town is where the Portuguese first settled in Brazil. Wander the dusty streets, visit 16th-century churches and enjoy superb coastal views.

Visit the main sights of Buenos Aires and Córdoba and explore the low prairies full of intriguing flora and fauna.

Climb cliffs for ocean views, before descending the coastal walkway and crossing the Bridge of Sighs to reach the shore.

Perched on Peru’s northwestern coast, this city is famed for its colonial architecture, ancient archaeological sites, beautiful beaches and colorful festivals.

One of the most recognizable structures in Brasília is a theater complex with a flamboyant pyramidal design and a roster of exhilarating theatrical productions and concerts.

Witness the breathtaking beauty of the region at the end of the world, where the rocky faces of the Andes mountains tower over glaciers, rivers and forests.

Tiny houses, castles and people populate a magical world in this family-friendly theme park that showcases miniature landscapes created in incredible detail.

The heart of Chile attracts those eager to ski and hike in the snowcapped Andes, explore rocky river canyons and relax on golden sandy beaches.