Latin America
A few of our most popular travel destinations in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Mexico
With 26 UNESCO-declared world heritage sites, charming colonial towns, and dozens of thrilling cities, there's plenty to explore in this country of 109 million. Outside the cities, stunning Pacific beaches, stark deserts, mangrove swamps, and swimming holes provide all you need for a relaxing, romantic, or adventurous vacation. Captivating, cosmopolitan, and chaotic Mexico City and the 32 states offer an incredible abundance of experiences, from laid-back and leisurely to upbeat to adrenalin-charging.
popular destinations
Mexico City
Cancun
Playa del Carmen
Puerto Vallarta
Acapulco
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico offers the perfect balance between a tranquil retreat and rum-soaked nightlife. The Spanish colonial buildings of San Juan give a beautiful backdrop for a day of shopping and sightseeing. Hike the massive El Yunque rainforest to see waterfalls, stone towers, and colorful Puerto Rican wildlife. As far as beaches go, it doesn’t get better than the sands of Isla de Vieques—particularly Mosquito Bay, whereby moonlight the water glows blue-green thanks to bioluminescent microorganisms.
popular destination
San Juan
Belize
According to famed diver Jacques Cousteau, the Great Blue Hole of Belize is one of the most spectacular dive sites on earth. The crystal-clear sapphire waters are home to colorful tropical fish and several species of reef sharks – ideal for brave divers who love to get up close and personal with sea life. On dry ground, diverse rainforests, mangrove swamps, and Mayan ruins are perfect for exploration. The beaches of Belize are sunny and tranquil spots for a day of relaxation.
popular destinations
Belize City
San Pedro
San Ignacio
Honduras
Laid-back, low-profile Honduras is one of Central America's largely unknown tourist destinations. A recent proliferation of domestic flights has opened up the Bay Islands and the major cities of La Ceiba, Tegucigalpa, and San Pedro Sula. Buses, taxis, and dug-out canoes provide other transport options. The Maya city of Copan is a UNESCO-designated heritage site with a ball court, an Acropolis, and a Hieroglyphic Stairway. Other sights include El Cusuco National Cloud Forest Park, home to quetzal birds.
popular destinations
Tegucigalpa
San Pedro Sula
Costa Rica
Embraced by the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Costa Rica has been attracting eco-tourists for decades, thanks to rich biodiversity and abundant wildlife. Here you’ll find splendid beaches that spill into sparkling blue waters, peaceful conservation areas, and outstanding adventure sports. Get in touch with ancient civilizations at the National Museum or tiptoe to the edge of a crater at Poás Volcano National Park. Surfers will dig the unparalleled conditions of the Guanacaste province.
popular destinations
San José
Limón
Monteverde
Peru
Peru is home to a section of Amazon rainforest and Machu Picchu, an ancient Incan city high in the Andes mountains. The region around Machu Picchu—including the Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, and colonial city of Cusco—is rich in archaeological sites. On Peru’s arid Pacific coast is Lima, the capital, with a preserved colonial center and important collections of pre-Columbian art.
popular destinations
Lima
Cusco
Arequipa
Guatemala
Guatemala, a Central American country south of Mexico, is home to volcanoes, rainforests, and ancient Mayan sites. The capital, Guatemala City, features the stately National Palace of Culture and the National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology. Antigua, west of the capital, contains preserved Spanish colonial buildings. Lake Atitlán, formed in a massive volcanic crater, is surrounded by coffee fields and villages.
popular destinations
Guatemala City
Antigua
Mixco
Villa Nueva
Panama
The ease of travel and wide array of experiences make Panama one of the most attractive emerging tourism destinations in the world. In just one week, visitors can enjoy two different oceans, experience the mountains and rainforest, learn about native cultures, and take advantage of vibrant urban life. The capital, Panama City, is a modern, sophisticated metropolis that resembles Miami and has established commerce, arts, fashion, and dining.
popular destination
Panama City
Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic delights visitors with its mix of white-sand beaches and "gingerbread" Victorian architecture. Nine hundred miles of Caribbean coastline make the Hispaniola Island country a beach-lover’s paradise. Day-trip to Puerto Plata and ride the cable car up Mount Isabel de Torres, or groove to the steel drum beats of Cabarete nightlife. The breezy palms and sparkling waters of Punta Cana make it a true tropical paradise.
popular destinations
Santo Domingo
Punta Cana
Colombia
Colombia is a nation brimming with confidence and rushing headfirst into a more peaceful and prosperous future. In this land of contrasts, you'll encounter snow-capped mountains, tropical Amazonian jungles, blue Caribbean coasts, and two sun-kissed deserts. You'll also find a host of spectacular attractions at the places in between, from the bustling cities of Cartagena and Medellin to the quiet colonial villages of Salento and Mompox.
popular destinations
Cartagena
Medellin
Bogotá
Brazil
Brazil is the largest country in South America and fifth largest in the world. Famous for its football tradition and its annual Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Recife, and Olinda. It is a country of great diversity, from the bustling urban mosaic of São Paulo to the infinite cultural energy of Alagoas, Pernambuco, and Bahia, the wilderness of the Amazon rainforest, and world-class landmarks such as the Iguaçu Falls, there is plenty to see and to do in Brazil.
popular destinations
Rio de Janeiro
Brasília
São Paulo
Salvador