Tag: Latin America

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The Untamed Landscape of Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls span the countries of both Brazil and Argentina in South America. The falls are twice that of Niagara and were declared one of the New 7 Wonders of the Natural World, along with Table Mountain in Capetown and the Amazon Rain-forest. The falls can be seen from either the Argentinean or Brazilian side and include around 275 drops!

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This week’s #g1photofriday was submitted by user @ellenstastytravels using the hashtag #gate1travel. This breathtaking view was taken of Iguazu Falls, located in Brazil and Argentina in South America. Be sure to tag your photos on social media with #gate1travel or #g1photofriday to be featured. Check out Gate 1 Travel’s South America trips here!

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The Mystery of Machu Picchu in Cusco, Peru.

The history of the Incas is a fascinating and incredible one. Their history and legend is so great that they left their biggest mystery behind in the form of Machu Picchu in Cusco, Peru. The Incas exact use for the area is still unknown, but it remains a popular area to visit, an excellent place for exploring and a great spot to take in the spirituality of the area.

This week’s #g1photofriday was submitted by Instagram user @ibcakewalk using the hashtag #gate1travel. This historic view was taken while in Machu Picchu in Cusco, Peru. Be sure to tag your photos on social media with #gate1travel or #g1photofriday to be featured. Check out Gate 1 Travel’s Peru tours here!

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The sun sets over the harbor in San Carlos, Mexico

San Carlos, Mexico is a fishing village off the Sea of Cortez in the state of Sonora, right below Arizona. The small town is known for its warm waters, beautiful views and sunsets, of course. A scenic cruise, a trip to the beach or shopping in the area are all things that you can do in this picturesque town.

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This week’s #g1photofriday was submitted by Instagram User @travelbabe12 with the hashtag #gate1travel. This dazzling view was taken in San Carlos, Mexico during Christmastime! Be sure to tag your photos on social media with #gate1travel or #g1photofriday to be featured. Check out Gate 1 Travel’s Mexico Tours here!

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Cable car ride to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, Rio De Janiero, Brazil

The cable car ride to Sugar Loaf Mountain is full of beautiful views and sky high heights! When you get to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain you will see the Atlantic Ocean, Guanabara Bay and the city of Rio. Take in all the breathtaking views of this city and its unique landscape from way up high.sugarloaf
This week’s #g1photofriday was submitted by Instagram User @travelsmartplanet with the hashtag #gate1travel. This sky high view was taken in a cable car on its way to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain in Rio de Janiero, Brazil. Be sure to tag your photos on social media with #gate1travel or #g1photofriday to be featured! Check out Gate 1 Travel’s Brazil Tours here!

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The Beautiful Colors of Sacred Valley, Peru

The handmade textiles, ornate blankets, traditional food and beaded jewelry of Peru’s Pisac Village Market leave an eye-pleasing impression on the passerby. The Pisac Village is located in Peru’s Sacred Valley and is a hub of colors that you do not want to miss! Whether you are shopping for yourself, for people back home or trying the local fruits, the market has everything you want!

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This week’s #g1photofriday was submitted by Instagram user @mysterious_travels with the hashtag #gate1travel. The colorful view comes from the Pisac Village Market in Sacred Valley, Peru. Be sure to tag photos on social media with #gate1travel or #g1photofriday to be featured! Check out Gate 1 Peru tours here.