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Latin Spirit

Latin America is one of the most exciting and diverse holiday destinations in the world. With a choice of over 20 countries to visit, you will find magnificent ancient kingdoms, rich cultures exotic wildlife and passionate people.

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new Latin America brochure. Written by our dedicated team of specialists, it captures the vibrancy of these countries and is designed to inspire you.

In celebration of our brochure launch, this month's e-news is a Latin America special highlighting just some of the fascinating countries. From the Volcanoes of Nicaragua and the palm fringed beaches of Colombia to the virgin rainforest of Guyana and the impressive Panama Canal, Latin America has a wealth of experiences to offer.


Kieran Murphy
Group Managing Director

Movie of the Month:

Our Latin America Manager, Kate Wharton, has just returned from exploring Central America. Watch the video highlights of her journey through Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. Watch now



News:

New flight route
Flying twice a week from Gatwick to Cancun, perfect for a relaxing holiday to Mexico.

Rio Carnival - March 2011
Tickets are now on sale for Brazil's famous carnival event.

New Latin America Brochure Out Now!



Filled with inspiration for your next Latin America holiday. With the launch of this new brochure we are offering £325 off any Latin American holiday booked by the end of September. Terms and conditions apply.
Request your copy now

Events:



Brazilian Scottish Festival at Kelburn - a family day out with workshops, carnival sounds, stage shows and samba drumming 14th & 15th August.
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Staff Travels:


Emma is soon heading off to Northern Peru to discover the incredible archaeology of Trujillo and Chan Chan and to experience the amazing trekking in the Cordillera Blanca.



Kate has just returned from a trip to Central America, read her blog about the highlights of Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua.

Follow our Blogs

All of the Steppes Travel consultants have travelled extensively and have many stories to tell. Read about their recent experiences in our new Blog Section on our website.


Nicaragua
One of Central America's best kept secrets, Nicaragua has delightful colonial towns, vast forest teeming with wildlife, sparkling lakes and smoking volcanoes. Our Classic Nicaragua journey idea includes all the highlights of this beautiful country.
Read more or contact Kate
The Last City of the Incas
Join explorer and author, Hugh Thomson, beyond Machu Picchu to the Last City of the Incas. Journey through Peru, exploring Cuzco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu before starting the spectacular trek to the rarely visited Inca settlement of Espiritu Pampa – the final outpost of the Incan Empire.
Read more or contact Emma
Atacama in Bloom
Every five years, the Atacama Desert in Chile undergoes an incredible natural phenomenon as its barren sands burst into bloom. Carpets of flowers are expected to appear this year from September. Combine this amazing sight with a stay at the luxurious Awasi, which now offers astronomy as part of their all inclusive programmes.
Read more or contact Oliver
New Brazil Villas
Despite a reputation for adventure and carnival spirit, Brazil also offers plenty of opportunity to relax. For those wishing to experience the quieter side of Brazil, we have a new selection of private villas, from a secluded apartment in Rio to staffed residences along the coast.

Read more
or contact Oliver
Colombia
With palm fringed beaches, towering mountains, colonial architecture and incredible wildlife, Colombia is a beautiful country waiting to be discovered. Why not immerse yourself in the glorious colour and scent of the Medellin Flower Festival one of Colombia's largest events.
Read more or contact Oliver
3 Guianas
Largely unexplored, Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana offer outstanding natural beauty, with a blend of Colonial, Caribbean and South American cultures. Visit the Kaiteur Falls and virgin rainforests of Guyana, take a dugout canoe with a Maroon tribe of Suriname and explore the remote Devils Island in French Guiana.
Read more or contact James
Panama Canal and Costa Rica Cruise
Combining two Central American gems, start in Panama for a full transit of the incredible Panama Canal. Snorkel or kayak in the pristine waters of the Coiba National Park and continue on to the wildlife rich shores of Costa Rica.
Read more or contact Sue
Belize - Wildlife Encounters
Despite it's relatively small size Belize is abundant with wildlife. Steppes Discovery launches this group tour to explore the incredible diversity of this country. Join researchers as they gather Jaguar density data and monitor Scarlet Macaws before continuing to the coast in search of Manatees and Hawksbill Turtles.
Read more
or contact Tom

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