What are the best vacation spots in South America?

We rank the 11 Best Places to Visit in Central and South America. See which places our readers like the best, and vote for your favorites. read more

Known best for its wine, Mendoza is a bustling city to the east of Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere. Although it draws its share of adventure travelers, lured by the climbing, skiing, hiking and rafting opportunities within an easy drive of downtown, the area’s more than 1,000 vineyards bring oenophiles in even greater numbers. read more

#2 in Best Places to Visit in Central and South America Some of South America's most incredible scenery can be found in this area of Patagonia. Chilean Patagonia is most famous for Torres Del Paine National Park, though there are enough natural wonders to occupy travelers for weeks. read more