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  • Smithsonian Journeys Cultural Guide: Peru

    For the savvy, cosmopolitan traveler who wants to delve into Peru's history and cultureSmithsonian Journeys Cultural Guide: Peru is a travel guide like none other: it gives a vital overview of the history, geography, foodways, and culture of this remarkable destination. This e-book original from Smithsonian Journeys, the Smithsonian Institution's worldwide educational travel program, provides all ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

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  • Turn Right at Machu Picchu

    Rediscovering the Lost City One Step at a Time

    by Mark Adams ...
    **THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING TRAVEL MEMOIRWhat happens when an unadventurous adventure writer tries to re-create the original expedition to Machu Picchu?**In 1911, Hiram Bingham III climbed into the Andes Mountains of Peru and “discovered” Machu Picchu. While history has recast Bingham as a villain who stole both priceless artifacts and credit for finding the great archeological site, Mark ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

  • Santiago de Chile Travel Guide - What To See & Do

    Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Santiago de Chile.Santiago de Chile is the capital and economic centre of Chile. The city has many museums, theaters, restaurants, bars and other entertainment and cultural opportunities. Its central location within Chile make it a great base for visiting other areas such as Valparaiso. In Santiago it is possible to ski in the nearby Andes and later in ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Buenos Aires, Argentina Travel Guide - What To See & Do

    by Kit Ronallo ...
    Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina. This beautiful city is often referred to as the “Paris of South America”.Buenos Aires is a major Latin American tourist attraction and offers a large choice of cultural events, nightlife, restaurants (with the largest steaks in the world) and pubs. It’s the home to two of the world’s most famous football teams ... Read more

    $2.72 USD

  • Quito & Galapagos Islands

    Series series Footprint Focus
    One moment you're sitting atop a snow-capped mountain, the next you're photographing breaching humpback whales or swimming with penguins... What one of South America's smallest countries lacks in size it certainly makes up for in variety. Travellers to Quito and the Galápagos Islands can admire colonial-era buildings in Quito, hike along volcanoes in Cotopaxi Park or visit the otherworldly ... Read more

    $3.75 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Medellín, Colombia Travel Guide - What To See & Do

    Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Medellín, the second largest city in Colombia. It's set in a scenic valley in Antioquia and is just one hour by plane from Bogotá.Tourism in Medellín is growing rapidly. The nearby Arví Ecotourism Park features hiking trails, lakes, forests and streams. Here visitors can play various sports as well as activities like trekking, kayaking, biking, camping ... Read more

    $4.91 USD

  • Sao Paulo, Brazil Travel Guide - What To See & Do

    Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Sao Paulo, Brazil.São Paulo is the largest city in Brazil, with a city population of about 11 million and almost 20 million in its metropolitan region. It is the capital of the Southeastern state of São Paulo, and also a beehive of activity that offers a great nightlife activities and an intense cultural experience.São Paulo is one of the richest ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Iguacu Falls (Brazil, Argentina) Travel Guide - What To See & Do

    by Erica Gregory ...
    Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Iguacu Falls.One of the great natural wonders of the world, the Iguaçu Falls are situated near the border of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. The area is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.Access to the waterfalls is usually achieved through one of the three cities in the so-called tri-border between Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay.The city on the ... Read more

    $4.91 USD

  • Mendoza, Argentina Travel Guide - What To See & Do

      Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Mendoza, Argentina. Mendoza is a city in western Argentina, in the desert Cuyo region. Mendoza is the center of the Argentinian wine industry, for which it is world renowned. It is also near the Aconcagua, the highest mountain outside of the Himalayas. Mendoza is the capital of the province of Mendoza. Although it is situated in an extremely dry ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Quito, Ecuador Travel Guide - What To See & Do

    by Erica Gregory ...
      Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Quito, Ecuador.   Quito was founded in 1534 on the ruins of an ancient Inca city. Today, two million people live in Quito. It was the first city to be named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978 (along with Krakow in Poland).   Quito is located in north-central Ecuador in the Guayllabamba river basin, on the eastern slopes of Pichincha, ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Santiago, Chile Travel Guide - Attractions, Eating, Drinking, Shopping & Places To Stay

    by Tara Shaw ...
    Santiago de Chile is the country’s capital and economic center. With impressive museums, theatres, cafes, pubs and other entertainment offerings, it is the epicenter of Chile and its central location makes it a good base from which to explore the country. Close to both mountains and the Pacific, it is possible to ski in the nearby Andes and sunbathe on the beach in the same day.   TABLE OF ... Read more

    $4.08 USD

  • Machu Picchu, Peru Travel Guide - Sightseeing, Hotel, Restaurant & Shopping Highlights (Illustrated)

    by Monica Rooney ...
    One of the great wonders of the world, the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu in Peru has a legacy extending back many generations. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers breathtaking views of the ethereal ruins. The ancient "City of the Incas" was constructed in the 15th century in the mountains above the Urubamba River and valley. The polished stone ruins can be seen from miles around, appearing ... Read more

    $4.08 USD