Destination: South America

Jordan Harvey Named to Travel + Leisure A-List for the 14th Year

Jordan Harvey is named to the Travel + Leisure A-List of Top Travel Advisors for the 14th year.

  We’re excited to share that our Founder, Jordan Harvey, has been named to the Travel + Leisure A-List of Top Travel Advisors for the 14th consecutive year. Planning meaningful journeys across South America takes deep destination knowledge, thoughtful design, and a team that cares about every detail. This recognition highlights the dedication of our

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Just Back From A Multi-Generational Family Holiday in Chile

Multi-generational family holiday in Chile

  “Our multigenerational family of eight just returned from a two-week trip to Chile over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. From our first conversation, I knew that Jordan understood exactly what we were looking for in a family holiday and the challenges of traveling with both teenagers and grandparents.”

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An Insider’s Guide and Review of Awasi Santa Catarina, Brazil

Awasi Santa Catarina Brazil

Since opening what have now become iconic lodges in Atacama and Patagonia, the Awasi lodges brand has made its name by offering extremely intimate lodges set in spectacular wilderness with privately-guided outings, along with Relais & Châteaux food and wine experiences. As a long-time partner of Knowmad, I jumped at the chance to be one

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Property in Focus: A Whole New Tierra Atacama

First Impressions Have you ever walked into a hotel and felt instant relief and comfort, almost as if you were being welcomed into a friend’s home? That’s what it felt like to arrive at the recently renovated Tierra Atacama lodge earlier this year. I’m an Operations Specialist at Knowmad, and I was lucky enough to

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Wildlife Photography in South America: The Big Three

Wildlife photography in South America.

  Few places compare to South America when it comes to wildlife photography. The continent is home to diverse wetlands, grasslands and islands full of animal activity. Three regions stand out for photographers looking for incredible wildlife encounters: Brazil’s Pantanal, Chile and Argentina’s Patagonia, and Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands.

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Planning the Perfect Trip to Easter Island

Easter Island with Knowmad Adventures

  While working with clients, it’s not uncommon for a traveler to tell me they’ve had a lifelong interest in visiting Easter Island, known as Rapa Nui in the local language. Whether it was spurred by Leonord Nimoy’s In Search of episode from 1977, a grade school project, or a recent friend’s trip, the fascination

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Chicha Morada: Peru’s Iconic Purple Corn Drink

Chicha Morada Recipe

  Chicha morada is one of Peru’s most recognizable drinks. You’ll find it served alongside meals in restaurants, sold by street vendors, or made from scratch in home kitchens. It’s non-alcoholic, caffeine-free, kid-friendly, refreshing, and made from purple corn rather than fruit.

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How to get to Torres del Paine National Park

How to get to Torres Del Paine National Park

  With its emblematic granite towers, pristine turquoise lakes, and immense glaciers, Torres del Paine National Park is internationally recognized as one of the most beautiful national parks in the world and a hiker’s paradise. Despite its remote geographical location in southern Patagonia, it is much easier to reach than a map may suggest and

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