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Airline News: Brazil’s Changing Skies Means Mergers, Rebranding
Brazil’s airline industry is a world of shifting alliances and mergers, which makes this a good time for business travelers to take a fresh look at their own frequent flyer accounts.
Sleeping in the Clouds: The Tallest Hotels in Latin America
Enjoy a good view? Check into one of these, the tallest hotels in Latin America.
Accor Buys Grupo Posadas: The Latest in the Evolution of Mexico’s Value-priced Hotel Chains
Fresh look: The convenience store/deli area at the renovated Fiesta Inn Insurgentes Sur hotel, located in Mexico City. BY MARK CHESNUTThe French hotel company Accor has made headlines in the hotel industry with its purchase this week of Grupo Posadas, one of the largest Mexico hotel companies (at a price of U.S.$275 million). Accor will likely…
VIDEO: San Juan Gay Pride Parade Shows Puerto Rico’s “Orgullo Gay”
Thousands celebrate gay pride in San Juan, Puerto Rico every year with a parade and festival. This video takes you there.
HOTEL REVIEW & VIDEO: Hacienda Xcanatun in Merida, Yucatan
Hacienda Xcanatun: a luxurious hotel getaway just outside of Merida, Mexico. VIDEO & REVIEW BY MARK CHESNUTThe Mexican state of Yucatan is known for its many historic haciendas, several of which have been converted to luxury hotels. During one particularly enjoyable visit, I stayed at Hacienda Xcanatun, which sits just four miles from downtown Mérida….
VIDEO: Cartagena Beyond the Headlines, Puerto Vallarta for Families
The Hotel Charleston Cartegena is one of the many beautiful boutique hotels in Colombia’s tourism hotspot. PHOTOS & VIDEO BY MARK CHESNUTCartagena has made a lot of news lately — but not for the usual reasons. The scandal created by the U.S. Secret Service after they, ahem, interacted with prostitutes at a popular Cartagena hotel…
VIDEO: Mexican Music & Art on the New Malecon in Puerto Vallarta
This video shows the spectacular Mexican music and art on the new Malecon waterfront in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Carioca Cravings: 6 Great Restaurants in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Wine seller: Giuseppe Grill restaurant in Rio de Janeiro is heaven for wine and steak lovers. BY MARK CHESNUTIn a city as cosmopolitan as Rio de Janeiro, it’s no surprise that the food is equally as worldly. During my recent trip on assignment for Latin Trade, TravelAge West and Orbitz Worldwide, I sampled Brazilian cuisine…
The 5 Best Airports in Latin America
Landing with a view: Santos Dumont airport in Rio de Janeiro. BY MARK CHESNUTFor many jet setters, spending time in the airport is the least pleasant part of travel. From the Mexico City airport to the Rio de Janeiro airport, here are some terminals that make Latin America travel just a bit more pleasant. Panama City…
Latin America’s 5 Hottest Boutique Hotels: Traveling in Style
Sleep stylishly: The Condesa DF is one of Latin America’s best boutique hotels. BY MARK CHESNUTWhether your idea of a Latin America vacation is rubbing shoulders with rock stars, indulging in gourmet cuisine or being pampered at every step, there is most likely a boutique hotel to cater to you. I’ve sampled quite a few…
Cocktails With a View: 5 Great Rooftop Hotel Bars in Latin America
Rooftop bars and other hotel venues are among the best places to enjoy the view while sipping cocktails. Here are a few places to soak it all in.
Hotel Fasano Las Piedras Opens in Punta del Este, Uruguay
The Hotel Fasano Las Piedras brings upscale luxury to the peaceful countryside outside of Punta del Este, Uruguay A few months ago, I took a very productive and enjoyable tour of Uruguay with South America expert Borello Travel & Tours. Among the many fabulous hotels we visited was one that wasn’t quite open yet. I…
The 7 Coolest 20th-Century Modern Hotels in Latin America
BY MARK CHESNUTIf you read my article “The 6 Best Hotels You’ll Never Stay In,” you may, like me, be experiencing the frustrating pangs of hearing about ultra-cool 20th-century accommodations that, no matter how had you try, you’ll never be able to sleep in. Not to worry. Latin America is home to plenty of hotels…