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“One’sdestination isneveraplace, butanewway ofseeingthings.” —HenryMiller 2 Benefitsandvalues thatwillenrich yourtravelexperience. Whether you are int
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TableofContents Belize 6 Costa Rica
u FUN FACT When you visit Belize, you can leave frustrating traffic jams at home. There are only five traffic lights in the entire country!
Belize T VACATION ENHANCING TOURS CAVE TUBING AND AERIAL TREK ZIPLINE (Ambergris Caye): Embark on a one-hour drive to Caves Branch National Park, you
u FUN FACT The people of Belize take their environmental well-being quite seriously. In fact, almost 40 percent of the country is protected land.
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u FUN FACT The “Blue Hole” is an intriguing natural phenomenon off the coast of Belize - an underwater sinkhole over 1,000 feet across and
Hotels/Resorts AMBERGRIS CAYE (SAN PEDRO) 5 VICTORIA HOUSE Tucked away on a quiet corner of Ambergris Caye, Victoria House is a small premier luxury resort that was named to the 2008 Travel + Leisur
u FUN FACT Belize is the only country in Central and South America with English as its official language (due to it being a former British colo
Hotels/Resorts SAN IGNACIO 16 H KA’ANA BOUTIQUE RESORT With a perfect balance of luxury, adventure and relaxation, Ka’ana Boutique Resort is a haven for travelers seeking the ultimate Belizean experi
u FUN FACT The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary in southern Belize covers an area of about 150 square miles of tropical forest, and in addition to being a f
Hotels/Resorts ORANGE WALK 24 CHAN CHICH LODGE Located on a 130,000 acre private nature reserve in northwestern Belize at the heart of “La Selva Maya,” this premier jungle lodge is a unique destinat
u FUN FACT Costa Rica is home to over 850 bird species (with 52 species of hummingbirds alone!), 1,400 tree species and a host of exotic butterflies.
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, REMEMBER Don’t forget to pack and use sunscreen when vacationing in Costa Rica. The sun’s ultraviolet rays are much more direct and stronger there because of
CostaRica T VACATION ENHANCING TOURS CLOUD FOREST AND VOLCANO ADVENTURE (5 nights, from San Jose to Liberia): Day 1: Arrival at Juan Santamaria
r DON’T MISS The natural wonders of Costa Rica attract visitors from all over the world. In fact, 27 percent of the country is protected land, comprised o
Hotels/Resorts GUANACASTE 1 FOUR SEASONS RESORT COSTA RICA Set at the tip of Peninsula Papagayo and spilling down a coastal hillside to an isthmus of golden sand, the Four Seasons creates an ambianc
u FUN FACT In Costa Rica, Americans are often referred to as "gringos" or "yankees," but neither of these terms has any negative connotations there.
Hotels/Resorts GUANACASTE 8 ALL-INCLUSIVE ALLEGRO PAPAGAYO The 300-room all-inclusive Allegro Papagayo features a terraced layout that forms a chain down the bluff to the exotic black-sand b
FUN FACT Costa Rica is a very peaceful country, and one of the most stable in the region. It was the first country in the world to constitutionally abolish it
Hotels/Resorts ARENAL 16 ARENAL NAYARA Located on the outskirts of the Arenal Volcano, this hotel provides a uniquely natural experience. Surrounded by lush tropical rainforest, it feature
u FUN FACT Costa Rica bridges the northern and southernmost points of the two American continents, affording
Hotels/Resorts MANUEL ANTONIO 24 PARADOR BOUTIQUE RESORT & SPA This self-contained resort is enthroned atop a majestic bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by 400 acres of lush, tropical
, REMEMBER Costa Rica has a Sustainable Tourism Certification (STC) program, which allows the country to classify and cert
Hotels/Resorts SAN JOSE 32 H COSTA RICA MARRIOTT HOTEL The Costa Rica Marriott is a beautiful colonial hacienda set on a 30-acre coffee plantation. With its unique architecture and elegant antiques,
u FUN FACT El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America (slightly smaller than the state of Massachusetts), yet despite its size, it has the third largest
Hotels/Resorts SAN SALVADOR CITY 1 H REAL INTERCONTINENTAL SAN SALVADOR The Real InterContinental is conveniently located in the heart of San Salvador’s business and commercial district, opposite one
, REMEMBER El Salvador is becoming widely known as boasting some of the best surfing in the world. More and more tourists are discovering the pop
Guatemala Guatemala is for the explorer that lies deep Explore gleaming shores on both coasts, within you. In this country, your average day abundant jungles and Lake Atitlan – one may c
r DON’T MISS Tikal is the largest of the ancient ruined cities of the Mayan civilization. The continued subject of numerous archaelogical projects, th
Hotels/Resorts GUATEMALA CITY 1 BARCELO GUATEMALA CITY The Barcelo Guatemala City enjoys a privileged setting in the heart of the city, surrounded by restaurants, shops and entertainment venues, and
u FUN FACT Much of Guatemala’s appeal is in its diversity. Today’s Guatemala combines three different traditions: the pre-Columbi
Hotels/Resorts RIO DULCE 9 BANANA PALMS RESORT & MARINA The Banana Palms Resort & Marina is perfectly situated at the entrance of Rio Dulce, Guatemala’s largest lake, covering an area of 235 square
u FUN FACT Panama is the only place in the world where you can see the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean, and set on the Atlantic - due to the reclining
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r DON’T MISS Panama’s incredible diversity enables visitors to not only swim in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans in the same day, but to combine a wide variety of natura
Hotels/Resorts PANAMA CITY 1 H INTERCONTINENTAL MIRAMAR The InterContinental Miramar is located on the coast of Panama Bay and the Pacific Ocean, offering unparalleled ocean views and the ideal frame
u FUN FACT The famous Canal generates a full one-third of Panama’s entire economy. 42 Hotels/Resorts MapofTheK
Hotels/Resorts PLAYA BONITA 7 H INTERCONTINENTAL PLAYA BONITA RESORT & SPA Golden sands fringed by an emerald ocean, dramatic sunrises and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, provide a delightful se
o TRAVELERS TIP The outstanding cuisine of Argentina has been influenced by Spain, Italy, Germany, France and other European countries. The
S A Argentina In Argentina, a country of glaciers and At the very north of country is stunning giant waterfalls, you’ll cast your eyes upon Iguazu Falls, a spectacular de
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Argentina T VACATION ENHANCING TOURS LAKE CROSSING: Transfer to Puerto Pañuelo to board a launch to cross the Nahuel Huapi Lake to Puerto Blest.
u FUN FACT Buenos Aires is well known as the “Paris of South America” for its rich European flavor and heritage. Voted the second most desirable city
Hotels/Resorts BUENOS AIRES 5 H CAESAR PARK SILVER OBELISCO Following a detailed re-design and restoration, Caesar Park Silver Obelisco occupies one of Buenos Aires’ most historical and classical 192
u FUN FACT The widest street in the world is located in Buenos Aires - Avenida 9 de Julio meanders through the downtown area, measuring an impressive sixteen
Hotels/Resorts IGUAZU 15 IGUAZU GRAND HOTEL The Iguazu Grand Hotel gathers elegance, pleasure and entertainment altogether in a location only 10 minutes from the breathtaking Iguazu Falls. Known for
u FUN FACT The most popular sport in Argentina is soccer, and with two FIFA World Cup championships, an Olympic Gold Medal and
Hotels/Resorts EL CALAFATE 24 LOS SAUCES CASA PATAGONIA Los Sauces Casa Patagonia lies by the Calafate River on a 10-acre naturally landscaped estate. It places you within easy reach of a world of a
r DON’T MISS South America’s (and the world’s) most southerly town is Ushuaia. The closest point to Antarctica, it is located in the Patagonia region on the island of Ti
Hotels/Resorts USHUAIA 32 HOTEL LOS YAMANAS Los Yamanas invites you to let yourself be bewitched by the magic of Patagonia’s majestic landscapes and history. Accompanied by the warm attention of an
u FUN FACT Brazil is the world’s longest country - it measures 2,725 miles when measured from north to south, which is approximately the
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r DON’T MISS Located on Corcovado Hill overlooking Rio de Janeiro, the Christ the Redeemer statue is regarded as one of the "new" Seven Wonders of the World.
Hotels/Resorts RIO DE JANEIRO 1 COPACABANA PALACE Opened in 1923, this impressive Mediterranean-style building is Rio’s most traditional and luxurious hotel. A glamorous icon of the city, this Orien
o TRAVELER TIP Although Spanish is the primary language spoken in Brazil, the country’s official language is Portuguese (as a result, Portugese is the 8th mo
Hotels/Resorts BUZIOS 9 H ATLANTICO BUZIOS This charming hotel faces the Bay of Armação dos Búzios, only two hours from Rio de Janeiro. In addition to its 135 lovely guestrooms, the Atlant
u FUN FACT Brazil has the largest area of rainforest in the world, with almost a billion acres - representing more than 25% of the world’s total.
Hotels/Resorts/Cruise MANAUS 18 CRUISE IBEROSTAR GRAND AMAZON CRUISE This luxury ship takes guests on a magnificently memorable cruise along both the Negro and Amazon Rivers, offering
o TRAVELER TIP Brazil is a vacation destination that offers something for everyone. Its natural areas provide the most popular tour options, incorporating eco- tour
Chile Because Chile is the longest country in the Andes directly with unforgettable hiking world, it’s not much of a stretch to say that and climbing, or take a tour of a vineyard
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Chile T VACATION ENHANCING TOURS SANTIAGO CITY TOUR WITH MUSEUM AND SAN CRISTOBAL HILL: Santiago is a city of contrasts - with remains of its colonial
u FUN FACT With a long, unusual, ribbon- like shape, Chile enjoys a widely varying climate - ranging trom the world's driest desert in the north (the Atacama,
Hotels/Resorts SANTIAGO 5 HOTEL PLAZA EL BOSQUE PARK & SUITES The Plaza El Bosque Park & Suites enjoys a privileged, strategic location in one of the most exclusive districts of Santiago, surrounded
u FUN FACT Each weekend, the Barranco section of Lima has a Taste of Barranco food festival. There you can sample the city’s many flavors at quite a reasonable price.
Peru 71 HotelsandAmenities AtaGlance # Rooms Room Service Internet Access Available # Restaurants # Bars Fitness Center
u FUN FACT The following items are said to have originated in Peru - the potato (Peru now produces over 3,000 varieties), the tomato, t
Lima T VACATION ENHANCING TOURS GREATER LIMA AND CASA ALIAGA TOUR: During this tour of the “City of the Kings” you’ll visit the historic Plaza Mayor, wher
r DON’T MISS Peru's most famous tourist attraction is Machu Picchu, which dates back to the year 1460. Often referred to as "The Lost City of the Incas," these
Hotels/Resorts LIMA 5 CASA ANDINA PRIVATE COLLECTION-MIRAFLORES Experience the essence of the Casa Andina Private Collection-Miraflores, offering elegantly styled accommodations just moments from en
r DON’T MISS The most luxurious way to journey between Cusco and Machu Picchu is on the Orient- Express Hiram Bingham Train. The train was named for the American
Uruguay In the heart of South America lies Uruguay, a surprising find between the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful waters of the Rio de la Plata – an unspoiled environment far from tourist
FUN FACT Uruguay’s rich cultural, artistic, architectural and literary traditions are primarily the result of its alt
Hotels/Resorts MONTEVIDEO 1 SHERATON COLONIA GOLF & SPA RESORT The Sheraton Colonia is located in the historical quarter of Colonia with direct access to the beaches of Rio de la Plata, 45 minutes b
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