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48 hours in Barbados

How to get the most out of a tropical paradise... 15 January 2010 13:30


There's more to this Caribbean island than the beach

See Cuba before it changes, that's the mantra. Alison Shepherd wanted her whole family to experience the place... 15 January 2010 09:10


Travel companies suspend operations in Haiti

US airlines and package-delivery companies have suspended service to and from Haiti following a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that may have killed thousands of people. 14 January 2010 11:16


Millions to bring in 2010 on Copacabana Beach

At least two million people are expected to gather on Rio de Janeiro's world-famous Copacabana Beach to welcome 2010. 30 December 2009 07:07


No more coconuts on Rio beaches

One of the enduring images of Rio's beaches - coconuts opened to yield their sweet water - is about to be a thing of the past. 25 November 2009 07:17


River Plate reflect on the past

One of the world's greatest soccer clubs are hoping that the sight of the glories of the past in their new museum will influence the present and spark a recovery from a major slump on the field. 20 November 2009 07:30


Christ the Redeemer set for repair

The Catholic Church has announced plans to raise R25-million for a major upgrade of Christ the Redeemer, the iconic giant statue of Jesus with outstretched arms that overlooks Rio de Janeiro. 29 October 2009 07:27


Rio's become house-proud

It's got mountains, beaches and the bossa nova, so who can resist Rio? Not Fifa, and not the IOC, writes Sankha Guha. 26 October 2009 06:40


It takes two to tango

If you are into dancing the tango in Argentina and like the buzz of Brazil's Rio de Janeiro, then take note. Holiday Tours has something just for you. 19 October 2009 06:00


F1 draws thousands to Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo was living through the best week of the year for its tourism sector, thanks to the Brazilian Formula 1 Grand Prix. 16 October 2009 05:30