June 10, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
If you’re counting down the days until your next adventure, consider one of these scenic road trips in South America. These winding roads will lead you into rural wilderness, lush greenery and the heart of Argentina, Bolivia and beyond. [...]
May 26, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Argentines love to eat, and with such incredible food and drink across the country we can see why! Argentinian dishes have a distinct Mediterranean flavour thanks to Spanish colonisation in the 16th century, and later the immigration of Italians during the 1800s, but with a Latin influence that’s unique. Expect [...]
May 26, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
When it comes to alcohol in Santiago, Chile, you can’t help but think of the great wines this country produces. But aside from the wine, there are plenty of fantastic bars in Santiago where you can get some of your favourite non-wine libations. [...]
May 5, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, Rio de Janeiro is Brazil’s second-largest city and one of the world’s hottest tourist destinations. And, while Christ the Redeemer is a must-see for sure, it’s Rio’s unforgettable beaches that should be at the top of your to-do list [...]
April 29, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Colourful, chaotic Colombia is steeped in age-old traditions, quirky customs and unusual superstitions. A unique blend of African, European and Indigenous traditions, it’s one of the most culturally diverse countries in South America. From yellow underwear on special occasions to burning away the old year, here are a few unique [...]
April 18, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Even though the city isn’t anywhere near Colombia’s coffee-growing region, the best coffee shops in Cartagena rival those in other more coffee-filled cities in the country. [...]
March 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Pisco sours, aguardiente, and caipirinhas rain from the balconies here. Yes, we’re talking about the best bars in South America. [...]
March 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
A third wave of coffee has been sweeping over the world in the last decade, with great coffee fast becoming the norm. So, why not see where to find the best coffee in South America? [...]
March 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Nothing beats a perfectly charred pizza, and it’s one of the ol’ reliable dishes that people seek out when arriving in a new city. So, good news then that the pizzas in South America are incredible. [...]
January 13, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Colombian food isn’t as packed full of spices as Mexican or even Cuban food. But, each dish embodies a sense of delightful magic that’ll have your tastebuds tingling at the first bite. [...]
October 13, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Argentina is a fascinating country with a rich cultural history. Its blend of Latin American and European influences is reflected in its music, literature and lifestyle. It is an intoxicating mix which makes this an exciting South American country to explore. Want to know more? Here are some incredibly interesting [...]
October 12, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Angel Falls is the highest, uninterrupted waterfall in the world and is also part of one of the longest rivers in South America. Located deep in the rainforest, The Falls are only accessible by plane and then boat. It is this remoteness that attracts adventurous tourists from around the world [...]
October 12, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
This enormous statue is the most famous monument in Brazil and one of the most iconic landmarks in the world. Located in Rio de Janeiro, Christ the Redeemer, or Cristo Redentor in its native Portuguese, looks down over the city from the top of a mountain deep in a national [...]
September 27, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Frequently overlooked by travellers en-route to the rest of South America, Paraguay is South America’s least-visited country. It’s landlocked between Argentina, Brazil and Bolivia– and there are no direct flights from its colourful capital, Asunción. But while it might be trickier to get to than most places on the continent, [...]
September 12, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in South America is a haven for wildlife and has 43 national parks which make up 15 per cent of the country’s landmass. Apart from wildlife, it is home to impressive waterfalls and some of the world’s most beautiful women. With cheap gas prices, it [...]
September 11, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
A city filled with cobblestone streets and colourful colonial buildings, it’s not hard to find the most Instagrammable spots in Cartagena. [...]