For those of us who for decades have advocated travel to South America, it comes as no surprise that the post 9/11 world is realizing the Western Hemisphere south of the border is a vast and beautiful land of safe and inviting destinations. There are many advantages to cruising South America; diverse ports of call, exotic cultures; spectacular scenery; one of a kind experiences; world class cities; sophisticated resorts; great shopping; unique flora and fauna, etc. … all this under sunny summer skies while back home North America is covered by winter’s blanket of cold and dark. For many even the time zone is the same minimizing jet-lag; and no trans-oceanic flights!

This winter season (2006/2007) over ten cruise lines will offer cruises to South America! That is a far cry for just a few years ago when only a handful of ships ventured south of the equator. Today cruisers are taking advantage of everything from great weather to great exchange rates.

Most popular South American cruise experiences include sailing the Amazon River – largest river in the world and circumnavigating legendary Cape Horn! Top destinations; where else? Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires! But don’t forget many cruises begin and end in strategic ports allowing travelers to visit more remote areas like Machu Picchu, the Galapagos Islands, and Iguasu Falls, in pre and post-cruise excursions. For more information on excursions ashore contact the experts at Ladatco (www.ladatco.com). After thirty years in business, no one knows South America better!

For those contemplating a cruise to South America, don’t forget your, “The Cruiser Friendly Onboard Guide.” As noted earlier, I am putting the finishing touches on three new books about the area!

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