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Latin America
Latin America is as diverse as it is vast, stretching from the arid deserts of Northern Mexico to the unspoilt southern Patagonia region of Chile. Titan's ever-growing portfolio of holidays to Latin America gives you the opportunity to see the New World for yourself with its myriad natural, cultural, historical, and architectural attractions. From the condor of the mighty Andes mountain range and the piranha of the sinuous Amazon River to the unique wildlife contained on the Archipelago of the Galapagos and the glorious glaciers of the Beagle Channel, Latin America never fails to impress. Latin America epitomises a true melting pot of cultures. The indigenous people, many descended from powerful ancient empires grasp both the old and the new ways of life and intermingled with this, the European settler and the legacy of the Spanish and Portuguese conquests; the result is a truly cosmopolitan society. No empire, except the ancient Egyptians, has left us such treasures as the Incas and their mountaintop ruins at Machu Picchu and the Mayans with vast temples at Chichen Itza and Palenque. It is hard to believe the massive scale of these empires and how they could collapse and be forgotten, only to be re-discovered and explored in the last hundred years. Now ripe for exploration let us be your host on a journey of discovery to beautiful Latin America.
- Explore the New World
shaped country never exceeds 150 miles in width and its dramatic forests, deep ravines and snow-capped volcanoes support a wealth of flora, fauna and wildlife. Its capital Santiago is a bustling, vibrant metropolis and is a fascinating city to explore with its wonderful museums and intriguing architecture. It is also an ideal place to sample the hearty Chilean cuisine and of course, their excellent wines. Further south is the city of Puerto Montt with its middle-European architecture and is also the gateway to the stunning Lake District. Punta Arenas is the country's southernmost city and is located in one of Chile's most famous parts, Chilean Patagonia. This region, which leads to lands end at Cape Horn, is a dazzling explosion of icebergs, fjords, islands and mountains and is truly breathtaking.
ARGENTINA
Flanked by the Andes mountain range to the west and the Atlantic ocean to the east, Argentina contains great lands that are home to the famous Gaucho and is, of course, birthplace of the Tango. Inimitable Buenos Aires is a true melting pot of the European and indigenous people, creating the "Paris of South America", where wide avenues lead you to magnificent buildings. When it comes to sheer natural spectacle, Argentina has a great reputation. In the north the spectacular sights and sounds at Iguazu Falls close to the border with Brazil are a not to be missed attraction and further south the Valdes Penninsula offers great opportunities for wildlife spotting. For unspoilt beauty, the immense Perito Moreno Glacier is a sight to behold and the southern tip of the country provides crystalline lakes, forests and awesome glaciers.
COSTA RICA
The gem of the Central American region with lush rainforest containing such an array of wildlife. Importantly, Costa Ricans have realised the importance of their country's natural beauty and have protected great swaths from development and in so doing created the perfect environment for today's ecologically conscious tourist. From Pacific to Atlantic a host of attractions are to be seen, from the Tortuguero Canals in the east to the stunning Arenal Volcano and onto the Montverde Cloud Forest and Manuel Antonio National Park.
BRAZIL
The largest country in Latin America and in fact the fifth largest in the world, Brazil was named by the Portuguese settlers after pau-brasil (Brazil wood), which was a hugely important commodity due to the red dye that was extracted from it. Today, Brazilian culture and spirit is forged from its unique blend of European, African and indigenous people. This has resulted in a truly Brazilian ethos on life and an excellent fusion of food and drink from around the world. Brazil has many areas well worthy of exploration and an ideal starting place must be the marvellous city of Rio de Janeiro, overlooked by Christ the Redeemer since 1931. Brazil also shares the glory of Iguaçu Falls with Argentina. The power and beauty of these waterfalls are immense to say the least and are an unforgettable experience. The Amazon river curls through northern Brazil on its way to the Atlantic and a stay in the Amazon rainforest region can be extremely rewarding with its array of unique animal and plant life.
CUBA
Viva Cuba! The largest island in the Caribbean, which is set apart from its neighbours as one of a few remaining communist countries in the world and where vintage American Cars parade the streets amongst a backdrop of grand palaces and colonial architecture. Home to several UNESCO World Heritage listed sites including the old town of Havana, the red-tiled city of Trindad and the stunning Vinales Valley, together with glistening white sand beaches that scatter the shores and with the island's rugged mountainous interior, Cuba is a true land of contrast.
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CHILE
Chile is a testament to nature's beauty and power; a country of startling contrasts from the salt deserts of the north to the south's spectacular glaciers and lakes. Sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean to the west and the mighty Andes to the east, this uniquely
Waterfall at Iguaçu
PANAMA
Welcome to Panama, a country defined by its unique location. Discover the incredible man-made wonder, the Panama Canal, constructed by sheer human genius and skill linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Panama is much more than its' famous Canal: ancient Panama City was the first Spanish City on the American Pacific and dates back to 1519; its noble mansions and remarkable cathedral in the historic old city now merge with dramatic, modern skyscrapers; and the beautiful tropical rainforest is home to a wide variety of flora, fauna and wildlife. A fascinating country to discover.
ECUADOR & THE GALAPAGOS
Small in size, but not in beauty and diversity, Ecuador proudly lays claim to the great city of Quito, giant volcanoes and beautiful national parks. In Otavalo, the weaving tradition continues, and a great market offers an array of brightly coloured hand woven blankets and clothes. It is difficult to find enough superlatives to describe the unspoilt archipelagos of the Galapagos, which so inspired Charles Darwin in 1835. Cruising is the only way to really get to see the Galapagos Islands and their inhabitants, but once on land, close encounters are a regular occurrence as the wildlife here accept you as just another of natures creatures.
PERU
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Source of the mighty Amazon river, home to the mountaintop Inca site of Machu Picchu and the bustling capital of Lima - Peru has so much to offer. Envelop yourself in a country whose indigenous
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