Latin America

Latin Routes launches Mexico following increase in agent demand

Specialist operator Latin Routes adds Mexico to its range, pledging more new destinations to come

New Lata chair appeals for more tourist board support

Latin Routes co-founder Martin Johnson appointed new chair of the Latin American Travel Association appoints new chair, replacing Colin Stewart, who steps down after six years

TTG's Madeleine Barber triumphs at Lata Media Awards

TTG special projects editor Barber’s piece Prime Amazon was named Best Latin America feature – trade press

Brazil scraps all remaining Covid-19 travel restrictions

Travellers will no longer need to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination or a negative test to enter the country

Virgin Atlantic to launch Sao Paulo next May and expand India network

Flights from Heathrow to Brazil’s most populous city will begin on 13 May 2024, having first been announced in spring 2019

Gold Medal adds 27 new properties to Latin America programme

The additions come as part of the launch of its new-look Caribbean, Mexico and South America programme

Chile lifts all remaining Covid-related travel restrictions

Tourists are no longer required to present a evidence of a negative PCR test for Covid-19 or a vaccination certificate to enter Chile

The biggest mistake you can make when arranging a Latin America tour

It’s the perfect continent for adventurous travellers, with diverse attractions ranging from beaches and jungle to wildlife and glaciers.

The destinations making a comeback according to the UK's TikTok habits

New data shared exclusively with TTG reveals which destinations are on an upward trend according to the video sharing app

Latin Routes launches first new destination since onset of Covid

The introduction of Panama to the brand’s portfolio is its second offering within Central America after Costa Rica

Mexico mansion becomes Set Collection’s first Americas member

The Set Collection’s newest member is owned by a Hollywood producer and features a Picasso and 20-seat private cinema among its luxuries.

Aito stalwart Derek Moore inducted into Lata Hall of Fame

The former chair of Aito and touring pioneer was inducted during the association’s first parliamentary reception since Covid-19

Operator to increase focus on community-based tourism with new range

Original Travel launches collection of 20 itineraries centred around community-based tourism

Specialist launches Guyana following addition of new BA flights

Signature Guyana: Wildlife and Waterfalls is a 12-day private journey

Cunard to return to South America for first time in five years

Queen Victoria will depart Southampton on 9 January 2025 on a 78-night voyage featuring calls in Brazil, Chile and Argentina

Portugal’s Tap reintroduces stopover scheme to boost tourism

The scheme, which was initially launched in 2016, allows travellers to extend their stopover in Lisbon or Porto from five to 10 days

G Adventures to restart Peru operations next month

The move comes as the operator looks to help support local communities and businesses in the country which rely on tourism for income

Peru: State of emergency in capital Lima extended

Foreign Office updates advice amid ongoing political instability

'The FCDO's nuanced response to Peru's troubles has been very welcome'

Lata chief executive Danny Callaghan praises Foreign Office for proactivity during Peruvian political crisis, with country’s major landmark poised to formally reopen to tourists

'A big step': Latin America specialists hail Machu Picchu reopening

Peru’s most famous tourist landmark and destination to reopen on Wednesday (15 February) after two months of uncertainty and upheaval owing to political protests

'Severe' forest fires prompt Chile travel warning from FCDO

The country’s government has ordered a number of National Parks and reserves to close as a result

Lata confirms exhibitors for inaugural trade roadshow

The association will welcome agents interested in selling Latin America

Peru: State of emergency extended to several major tourism gateways

Fallout from ongoing political protests impacting travel to Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail, Puno and Lake Titicaca

Tourists 'pulled from Ubers' by Mexican taxi drivers, FCDO warns

Foreign Office urges travellers to be vigilant following a series of protests by taxi drivers in Mexico following the emergence of Uber