Humboldt’s Hot List: Our Places to Watch for 2027
From Brazil’s emerging luxury coast and Colombia’s literary moment, to a changing Carretera Austral, Cambodia’s culinary culture and a new take on the family safari in Zimbabwe, the Humboldt Travel Hot List features our pick of destinations and experiences to add to your travel wish-list in 2027. Travel is about more than simply seeing distant […]
Big Cats and How to See Them
Drawing travellers to remote wildlife lodges the world over, encounters with Big Cats are the ultimate objective of many safaris and wildlife holidays. Endlessly alluring for the feline characteristics that seem so tantalisingly similar to our domesticated furry friends, these majestic creatures tread elusively through some of planet earth’s most wild and untamed landscapes. Apex […]
Visiting Brasília at Night: A Modernist Capital Transformed After Dark
On a recent visit to Brazil, Humboldt director Simon spent some time in Brasilia, the modernist capital and explored the city at night with his guide. In the heart of Brazil, far from the beaches and rainforests most travellers imagine, lies a city built not by chance but by design: Brasília. Conceived in the late […]
Changes to Rio Carnival
Rio Carnival is now just over two months away and the Rio Carnival 2025 will feature a significant change in its parade schedule. Historically the main competition, which takes place in the Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, has been split into two nights of competition for the main samba schools, the “Grupo Especial” (Special Group), on […]
Exploring the Brazilian Amazon with children
The Amazon is a must-see destination. The largest rainforest on earth, the lungs of our planet, the huge expanse of the river and all that is found within this wilderness hold such charms for so many people. It is particularly exciting for children. Encountering different animals, exploring the river in search of pink dolphins or […]
Visiting Caiman Lodge in the Brazilian Pantanal
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Visiting the new Hotel Rosewood Sao Paulo
The new Rosewood Sao Paulo opened last year after 14 years in construction and to much fanfare. Simon from Humboldt paid it a visit to see if the hype was justified. His response, ‘Oh yeah!’. Located the beating heart of Sao Paulo in the Jardins neighbourhood, the Rosewood Sao Paulo is perfectly situated. A stones […]
Foodie Fantasies: The Best Culinary Experiences in Latin America
Over the past decade, Latin American food has attracted more and more attention on the international scene. Whether it be the avant-garde Michelin-starred fare of Lima and Mexico City, or homely family favourites – this part of the world is a heaven for foodies.
Luxury Hotel of the Month: Comuna do Ibitipoca
For our luxury hotel of the month for April we chose the Comuna do Ibitipoca in the rolling hills of Minas Gerais State. Combining an ambitious environmental conservation project with one of Brazil’s finest small hotels, Ibitipoca is a unique taste of the hidden face of Brazil.
Exploring Latin America – Travelling With Small Children
Long-haul travel with small children is not always easy but having a new family and exploring Latin America are not at all incompatible. Humboldt Director Kirsty offers some tips and tricks!
The Amazon Rainforest: How To Do It
Tackling the Amazon rainforest can be daunting, but it is a rewarding experience that will live in your memory forever. Humboldt specialist Clara breaks down how to fit exploring the Amazon into your next Latin America trip.
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Southern Brazil
Stunning natural beauty, a distinct regional culture, and excellent food & wine: southern Brazil has it all. Apart from one major site of touristic interest (more about that later), the southern states of Brazil are sadly often neglected by travellers to this gargantuan country. This is a shame as the states of Paraná, Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul which make up the south of Brazil have a huge amount to offer a little off the beaten track.
Casana – The Best New Hotel in Brazil
Humboldt Director Simon was recently on a trip to northern Brazil and was invited to a brand-new luxury hotel in Preá, just outside of Jericoacoara: Hotel Casana.
Brazil: the Perfect Luxury Family Holiday
Latin America’s largest and most diverse country, Brazil has enough must-see attractions to keep you busy for months. Director Kirsty offers her recommendations for a two-week family trip.
Luxury Hotel of the Month: December
Located bang in the middle of Copacabana beach in Brazil’s beautiful city of Rio de Janeiro, the Emiliano is a luxury hotel which offers guests an exceptional stay in one of most vibrant regions of this vast country.
Flying business class with Iberia
Experiencing the Iberia Business Class to Latin America
Luxury Hotel of the Month: June
In the south of Brazil, the coastline boasts thick and lush Atlantic rainforest running from the mountains to the white sand beaches that this region is famous for. The beauty of this area is outstanding, and where better to experience it from than the exquisite resort of Ponta dos Ganchos?
Top 6 Latin American Destinations for 2017
The prospect of a new year is always an ideal time to start thinking about, and organising, a trip for the coming months. After the excitement of Christmas has faded and the last box of chocolates has been eaten, what better to do than grab a map, a guidebook and your travel partner and start […]
Top 7 destinations to visit in Brazil after the Olympic Games
Top 7 places to visit in Brazil after the Olympic Games