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Peru for Art Lovers: 2 of The City's Best Hotels Restored From Vintage Buildings

Nov 26, 2014  |   Contributor: Julie Hatfield

Plenty of luxury boutique hotels around the world are filled with good art, but there are two in the city that are art galleries in themselves. In a trend of making beautiful hotels from buildings that originated for other purposes, this country excels in taking the usual and turning it into the spectacular.

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Belle Epoque Meets Contemporary Style at Buenos Aires’ Park Hyatt Palacio Duhau

Nov 4, 2014  |   Contributor: Parm Parmar

After checking out of the Alvear Palace Hotel in Argentina, I made my way over to the Park Hyatt Palacio Duhau on Avenida Alvear. On the way, I heard loud drums and people shouting, for a moment I thought I was in the middle of a major uprising. After all, this is Buenos Aires and protests are quite common. As I got closer to where the drums and shouting were coming from, I discovered it was a small workers’ protest, much to my relief.

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Find Desert Luxury & a Sense of Place at Alto Atacama Desert Lodge & Spa in Northern Chile

Jun 4, 2014  |   Contributor: Katherine Bond

While Brazil has the Amazon, Northern Chile has Atacama — the expansive desert region in the north covering 40,000 square miles and filled with explosive geysers and throngs of flamingos. It is the arid equivalent of the Amazon, and just as remarkable. Within the Atacama, secluded on the outskirts of the local village of San Pedro, is a resort that matches the enchantment of the desert wonder, the Alto Atacama Desert Lodge & Spa.

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Guayaquil's Hotel Oro Verde: A South American Hotel With European Service & Ecuadorian hospitality

Apr 14, 2014  |   Contributor: Karin Leperi

Even though Guayaquil is Ecuador’s largest city with over 3.75 million people in the metropolitan area, most Americans are probably more familiar with the capital: Quito. However, Guayaquil is a logical stop and overnight stay for anyone planning a trip to the Galapagos, or for those who would like to take a few more days to experience the intimate charm of Guayaquil.

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The Trump Hotel Collection Expands to the Lively City of Rio de Janeiro

Jan 29, 2014  |   Contributor: Donald Herrera-Fairbairn

The stylish Jardim Oceanico district of Rio de Janeiro will soon have a new luxury property in its midst with plans for a Trump Hotel to open on its grounds in 2016, just in time for the Summer Olympics. Having worked with LHS Barra S.A. and Polaris Brazil to get the development underway because of their expertise on the surrounding area and hospitality, the property is expected to go beyond the normal scope of luxury hotels

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South America's New "It" Destination: An Interview with Executive Director of Proexport Colombia

May 28, 2013  |   Contributor: Susan Kime

As two international business media channels and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development noted recently, Colombia offers advantages over other South American countries for foreign investment.
 The most recent assessment of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development highlighted Colombia as the fourth largest economy in Latin America that continues to have short-term solid growth prospects compared with other OECD countries within the region.

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The Evolution of Argentina's Mendoza Wine Country

May 15, 2013  |   Contributor: Eric Rosen  |  1 Comment

For many years now, one wine has become practically synonymous with Argentina: Malbec. This hardy red varietal has garnered fans across the globe thanks to its popular fruit-forward, robust qualities and affordable price point. Argentina’s wine industry has ridden its popularity to worldwide acclaim for about two decades.... Read More

Make Your South American Vacation Sizzle at W Santiago

Apr 30, 2013  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Calling all art lovers, trendsetters and even those of us who envy fashion from the sidelines, W Santiango is the idyllic setting for your Chilean vacation. The urban playground of Santiago is host to a growing fashion movement and home to many creative artists and designers.... Read More

Two Luxury Hotels in Peru Receive First Travelers' Choice Awards

Feb 25, 2013  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

This year’s TripAdvisor® Travelers' Choice® Awards includes two hotels that are making a first appearance to the list of the top 25 in Peru: the independent, Peruvian-owned Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness and Aranwa Cusco Boutique. Named to the top ten is Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness, which opened in 2008. Located in a restored 17th century colonial hacienda on the banks of the Vilcanota River in Urubamba, the resort offers a magical combination of mystical ancient Inca culture, colonial grandeur, and modern design and comfort. Its Unno Spa, the largest in South America at more than 27,000 square feet, provides a sensual journey towards healing and peace with a combination of traditional and ancient therapies that capture the spirit of the Incas.... Read More

W Santiago Makes a Stay in Chile an Exhilarating Event

Nov 30, 2012  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Santiago, a modern jewel in Latin America, has been attracting visitors for centuries with its infectious energy, snow-capped Andean Mountains, sizzling restaurants and trendsetting nightlife. Within its city sits W Santiago, reinventing style and sophistication amid the cobblestone streets.... Read More

Five-Star Hotel in Ecuador, First and Only to Receive Prestigious Award

Oct 22, 2012  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

While the quality of tourist facilities varies greatly in Ecuador, there’s no doubt that one of its finest five-star hotels is offering the best in service and accommodations—mostly because they have the awards to prove it. For the second year in a row, Casa Ceibo Boutique Hotel & Spa has been recognized by Ecuador's Ministry of Tourism for helping to promote the country’s tourism and better the experience for travelers. During the ceremony at the San Francisco Plaza in Quito, the luxury resort also took home the Green Star Diamond Award by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. Making this an even bigger achievement is the fact that Casa Ceibo is Ecuador’s first and only five-star resort to be given this recognition for two consecutive years. Since its opening in October 2009, the... Read More

Falkland Islands the Latest Cruise Destination for Luxury Ships

Oct 11, 2012  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Luxury cruise ships have been broadening their port of calls lately, no longer merely floating down the Mediterranean or sailing around the Bahamas. The Falkland Islands, located in the South Atlantic Ocean about 300 miles off the coast of Argentina, have become the newest destination hitting 2012/13 season itineraries. October 6 saw the first visit to the Islands by cruise ship Ushuaia which brought 84 guests to the capital of Stanley. Other vessels including Regatta (Prestige Cruises), Ocean Diamond (Quark), and Arcadia (P&O), Polar Pioneer and Ocean Nova will also be heading there later this month. From the October to April season, about 90 different ships carrying over 50,... Read More

Top Foodie Destination in South America Awarded to Peru

Sep 20, 2012  |   Contributor: Tara Imperatore  |  2 Comments

In a country where simple ingredients like corn, potatoes and chili peppers are staples of the cuisine, you wouldn’t necessarily think it would be worthy of epicurean high praise—but you’d be wrong.... Read More

Travel to Cartagena, Colombia | A Caribbean Crown Jewel in South America

Jul 12, 2012  |   Contributor: Diane Sukiennik & Michael Reiss  |  1 Comment

Faceted at the northern peak of South America and surrounded by the Caribbean Sea is the Colombian gem Cartagena. This historic city is as far from danger as any of the hot spots of the international glitterati. It's beaches, architectural charms and gourmet dining make it a "must-see" on the bucket list for the traveler in the know, as well as a popular port city for the luxury cruise ship crowd.... Read More

New Luxury Boutique Hotel Opening in Cartagena, Colombia | Casa San Agustín

Jun 15, 2012  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team  |  1 Comment

Three white washed colonial homes restored from the 17th century, make up one of the newest luxury hotels in Cartagena, Colombia, Casa San Agustín. The historic buildings have been combined to offer guests traveling through South America chic, locally inspired guestrooms and suites, fine dining, and proximity to the Caribbean Sea, beaches, nearby islands, and access to the rich culture of the walled city.... Read More

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