China overtook the United States in 2016 to become Chile’s No. 1 wine market, Angelica Valenzuela, commercial director of Vinos de Chile, said. Wine consumption in China grew 13.8% last year,…
New telescope at the top of the world to look at universe’s earliest origins
A new telescope being built in the high desert of Chile will peer further into our universe’s origins than any other.The Cerro Chajnantor Atacama Telescope-prime, or CCAT-p for short, is six …
Discovery Licenses Its Name for Costa Rica Eco-Tourism Park Means Big Business
Discovery Communications Inc. is licensing its name for a $1 billion eco-tourism park in Costa Rica as the media company seeks new revenue from fans of its cable networks, which include Discovery C…
TRAVEL DEALS: Discounts That Equal Your Age on Easter Island, 40% Off Cancun
You’ve got your choice of two very different nations in this week’s roundup of the best travel deals and discounts. The recently dubbed La Colección group of Mexico hotels is off…
Thrilling match between Argentinian and Indian polo teams organised in Mumbai
The Sixth YES Bank and the Consulate General of Argentine International Polo Cup which was held recently at the Royal Western Indian Turf Club, Mahalaxmi Race Course featured a thrilling match betw…
World Superbikes set for South America debut in 2018
The World Superbike championship has announced an Argentina round is lined up to join the 2018 calendar at the all-new Villicum circuit which is currently under construction on the west coast of th…
HOTEL REVIEW: Ramada Encore Chihuahua — Mid-Price Style in Mexico
During my recent trip to the city of Chihuahua following the Tianguis Turistico tourism conference in Mexico, I was a guest for two nights at the Ramada Encore Chihuahua. It proved to be a comforta…
InterContinental Hotels Group opens Candlewood Suites, Mexico
InterContinental Hotels Group is opening the 102-room Candlewood Suites Celaya hotel.Located in Celaya’s eastern commercial area, the hotel is ideal for both business and leisure travellers t…
TRAVEL DEALS: 25% off CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta, 20% off Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen
This week’s roundup of the top travel deals is all about Mexico beach vacation ideas (and with good reason). You can get a great all-inclusive rate at the adults-only Hyatt Zilara in Cancun, …
Finding some of the best beaches in Brazil
The beaches of Brazil draw travelers from all over the world, and while Rio de Janeiro has the largest name recognition for tourism, there are many smaller and remote beach destinations spread alon…