The majestic Vinicunca in the Cusco region of Peru,also Rainbow Mountain.

Extraordinary and exotic:Why now is the time to visit South America

There are more flights and South America remains better value than Europe or the US. Here is our beginner’s guide to travelling around this continent of extremes.

  • byChris Moss andJulietta Jameson
Impossible to miss… the striking Museum of Tomorrow by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava.

Port guide:Rio de Janeiro,Brazil

One of the world’s most vibrant cities in one of the world’s most beautiful settings will have you in the mood for sequins and samba.

  • byBrian Johnston
The falls and the Devils Throat.

The world’s largest waterfall system is a dazzling experience

You’d be mad to miss some of the experiences at Iguazu Falls,even if you end up getting wet.

  • byBrian Johnston
China's GDP is predicted to be $64.2 trillion in 2030. But Australian businesses are being advised not to disregard opportunities in other Asian nations.

Size matters:The world’s 10 best megacities you must visit

Whatever you desire in a big city,you will find it. Here’s how to embrace (and survive) some of the world’s top megacities.

  • byBen Groundwater
The Seventy Islands are part of the Rock Islands of Palau

Amazing and crowd-free:12 of the world’s most underrated countries

Look beyond the usual destinations and you’ll find outstanding countries that offer something different,and may well be bargain-priced and uncrowded too.

  • byBrian Johnston
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A whole day is dedicated to the construction (and destruction) of this meal

If you’re going to tackle one of Brazil’s most cherished dishes,you have to be hungry. Like,really hungry.

  • byBen Groundwater
Lencois Maranhenses National Park,Brazil.

They’ve got the look:The world’s most beautiful countries named

Turquoise sea lapping on white shores,spectacular mountain peaks or finely presented food - our writers weigh in on what makes a country truly beautiful.

  • byBrian Johnston,Ben Groundwater,Ute Junker,Catherine Marshall,Julie Miller,Michael Gebicki andNina Karnikowski
Acaraje is a ball of mashed black-eyed peas that is deep-fried in palm oil,then split in half and stuffed with deliciousness.

What is acaraje? Where to find the best of the Brazilian street food

You may not have heard of this dish,but you need it in your life. Your arteries probably don't,but you do.

  • byBen Groundwater
Santa Rita Church,Paraty.

Brazil,Costa Verde:A Brazilian beach-lover's road trip

A drive out of Rio towards the charming town of Paraty delights the beach lover.

  • byJamie Lafferty
Christ the Redeemer overlooks Rio's famous coastline.

Copacabana beach,Rio de Janeiro,Brazil:Where you can experience real beach culture

Visiting Rio and not seeing Copacabana beach is like skipping the Opera House on a first visit to Sydney

  • byKristie Kellahan