^{The Very Best of}South America

Located in the heart of Lima at San Isidro, the most attractive cultural area of the city, this elegant and modern hotel offers all the comforts discerning guests would expect, including three restaurants, a lobby bar, heated outdoor swimming pool, comprehensive beauty salon, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and massage services. Each of the hotel's en suite air-conditioned bedrooms feature TV, hairdryer, minibar, safe as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

The Sol Y Luna is located less than a mile from the town of Urubamba in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a prime cultural destination in South America. This delightful resort comprises of private en suite bungalows each with king-sized beds, telephone, safe, hairdryer and private verandah. The resort features a swimming pool, health spa, private ranch and there is a wide variety of optional activities available.

Located in the heart of the Historical Sanctuary next to the Machu Picchu Village, the hotel has the feel of a small Andean-town and its bar, boutique and reception building are each decorated with Andean artifacts and fabrics. Some of the most charming attractions include the library and the lounge's cosy fireplaces, as well as the Andean sauna. Each of our large en suite rooms are full of local detail with extra space to unwind and enjoy the setting.

The Hotel Libertador Palacio del Inca is perfectly located within the historical centre of the city, only a few blocks from Cusco's Main Square. The hotel features a lounge bar, a restaurant and coffee shop, gymnasium, sauna and jacuzzi. Each of our en suite rooms feature TV, safe, mini bar, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, IDD telephone, tea and coffee making facilities as well as 24-hour room service.

Located in one of Santiago's fashionable suburbs and just 20 minutes from Santiago city centre, the Grand Hyatt is acknowledged as Santiago's premier hotel. An elegant and modern hotel, the Grand Hyatt offers all one would expect of a deluxe hotel. Amenities include a choice of restaurants, lobby bar, outdoor freeform swimming pool, tennis courts, health spa, sauna, and massage services. Each of the hotel's en suite air conditioned bedrooms feature Bang & Olufsen TV, CD player, bathrobes, hairdryer, mini bar, personal safe as well as 24 hour room service.

Located on the ocean shoreline the Costa Australis has a superb view of Ultima Esperanza Fjord. Each of the hotel's comfortable and stylish en suite rooms feature safety deposit box, IDD telephone and television. The hotel's restaurant and cocktail lounge offer an ideal place to relax after a touring day.

Bordering the Serrano River and affording spectacular view of the Paine peaks, the Hosteria Rio Serrano is located in the very heart of Patagonia's Torres Del Paine National Park. Each of our rooms provide a cosy atmosphere, and are equipped with central heating, telephone and private bathroom in a rustic yet elegant style. The hosteria also features restaurant and bar, and staff are able to arrange activities including kayaking, horse riding, trekking and fly-fishing at an additional cost.

Hotel Alto Calafate enjoys an elevated position boasting privileged views of Lake Argentino and El Calafate. The Hotel has a restaurant and bar and offers a regular shuttle service into the city centre. Each of the en suite guest bedrooms feature TV, mini bar, hairdryer, IDD telephone, personal safe and room service.

The five star Hotel Emperador enjoys an outstanding location adjacent to the famous 9th July Avenue. The hotel enjoys a restaurant and lobby bar, indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, solarium and massage rooms. Each of the hotel's spacious air conditioned, en suite bedrooms feature cable TV, safe, IDD telephone, hairdryer as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

The Sheraton International Iguazú Resort is ideally situated in the heart of the Iguazú National Park. The hotel is within easy walking distance of the spectacular Iguazú waterfalls and faces the Garganta delDiablo (Devil's Gorge). Each of the Sheraton's en suite, air conditionedguest rooms offer private balcony, cable television, mini bar, IDD telephone and room service. All Journeys of Distinction guests willenjoy falls view rooms. The hotel features a lobby bar, a choice of dining options, outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre.

The Sofitel Rio is superbly located in an ideal position at one end of Copacabana beach, within walking distance of Ipanema beach. The hotel features a lounge and terrace bar, a choice of dining options, two outdoor pools, fitness centre, sauna, solarium and massage rooms. Each of the Sofitel's en suite, air conditioned guest rooms offer private balcony, cable television, mini bar, safe, IDD telephone and 24 hour room service. All Journeys of Distinction guests will enjoy pool and sea view rooms.