{"id":1179,"date":"2024-03-15T11:05:25","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T15:05:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awdstravel.com\/?page_id=1179"},"modified":"2025-03-04T11:07:30","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T15:07:30","slug":"international","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/awdstravel.com\/index.php\/international\/","title":{"rendered":"INTERNATIONAL"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.elementor-1179 .elementor-element.elementor-element-b35712f{--display:flex;--flex-direction:row;--container-widget-width:initial;--container-widget-height:100%;--container-widget-flex-grow:1;--container-widget-align-self:stretch;--flex-wrap-mobile:wrap;}.elementor-1179 .elementor-element.elementor-element-71acaa3{--display:flex;--flex-direction:row;--container-widget-width:initial;--container-widget-height:100%;--container-widget-flex-grow:1;--container-widget-align-self:stretch;--flex-wrap-mobile:wrap;}.elementor-1179 .elementor-element.elementor-element-dc45605{--display:flex;--flex-direction:row;--container-widget-width:initial;--container-widget-height:100%;--container-widget-flex-grow:1;--container-widget-align-self:stretch;--flex-wrap-mobile:wrap;}.elementor-1179 .elementor-element.elementor-element-112e619{--display:flex;--flex-direction:row;--container-widget-width:initial;--container-widget-height:100%;--container-widget-flex-grow:1;--container-widget-align-self:stretch;--flex-wrap-mobile:wrap;}.elementor-1179 .elementor-element.elementor-element-9b964ee{--display:flex;--flex-direction:row;--container-widget-width:initial;--container-widget-height:100%;--container-widget-flex-grow:1;--container-widget-align-self:stretch;--flex-wrap-mobile:wrap;}.elementor-1179 .elementor-element.elementor-element-3c4b758{--display:flex;}<\/style>\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"1179\" class=\"elementor elementor-1179\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b35712f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b35712f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a156949 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a156949\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>International cruises through <strong>Latin America<\/strong> offer an excellent way to explore the diverse cultures, landscapes, and wildlife across the region, all from the comfort of a luxury ship. These cruises typically span multiple countries, taking in the best of <strong>South America<\/strong>, <strong>Central America<\/strong>, and the <strong>Caribbean<\/strong>. From the tropical coastlines of the Caribbean to the wild landscapes of Patagonia, Latin America is a perfect cruise destination for those seeking adventure, culture, and natural beauty.<\/p><p>Here are some of the most popular <strong>international cruises<\/strong> throughout <strong>Latin America<\/strong>, categorized by their routes and experiences:<\/p><hr \/><h3><strong>South America Grand Voyages<\/strong><\/h3><p>These cruises take you along the <strong>coastal regions<\/strong> of South America, from the <strong>Caribbean<\/strong> down to the southern tip of <strong>Patagonia<\/strong>, with stops at key cultural and natural landmarks.<\/p><h4><strong>Popular Routes<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Buenos Aires (Argentina) to Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Valpara\u00edso (Chile) to Buenos Aires (Argentina)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Ushuaia (Argentina) to Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Buenos Aires (Argentina) to the Gal\u00e1pagos Islands (Ecuador)<\/strong><\/p><h4><strong>Highlights<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Brazilian Beaches<\/strong>: Sail along Brazil&#8217;s coast, with stops in <strong>Rio de Janeiro<\/strong>, <strong>Salvador<\/strong>, and <strong>Ilhabela<\/strong>. Enjoy tropical beaches, cultural sites, and vibrant cities.<\/p><p><strong>Patagonia<\/strong>: Cruise through <strong>Ushuaia<\/strong>, the gateway to <strong>Antarctica<\/strong>, or sail to <strong>Punta Arenas<\/strong> and the <strong>Chilean Fjords<\/strong>, offering amazing views of glaciers and wildlife.<\/p><p><strong>Gal\u00e1pagos Islands<\/strong>: For an extended journey, some cruises head to the <strong>Gal\u00e1pagos Islands<\/strong>, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique wildlife and volcanic landscapes.<\/p><p><strong>Peruvian Exploration<\/strong>: Some cruises from <strong>Buenos Aires<\/strong> head to <strong>Lima<\/strong>, offering the chance to explore <strong>Machu Picchu<\/strong> and the ancient civilizations of the Inca Empire.<\/p><h4><strong>Cruise Lines<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Holland America Line<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Celebrity Cruises<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>MSC Cruises<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Princess Cruises<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71acaa3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"71acaa3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ee63c5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6ee63c5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Panama Canal Cruises<\/strong><\/h3><p>One of the most iconic cruises in the world is the <strong>Panama Canal transit<\/strong>, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. These cruises typically start in either the <strong>Caribbean<\/strong> or the <strong>West Coast<\/strong> of the Americas and cross through the <strong>Panama Canal<\/strong>.<\/p><h4><strong>Popular Routes<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Miami (USA) to San Francisco (USA)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Fort Lauderdale (USA) to Callao (Peru)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Miami (USA) to Cartagena (Colombia)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Los Angeles (USA) to Buenos Aires (Argentina)<\/strong><\/p><h4><strong>Highlights<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Panama Canal<\/strong>: The highlight of this cruise is the crossing of the <strong>Panama Canal<\/strong>, a marvel of engineering. The cruise often makes a stop at <strong>Panama City<\/strong>, allowing passengers to learn about the canal\u2019s construction and significance.<\/p><p><strong>Caribbean &amp; Central America<\/strong>: Enjoy stops in <strong>Cartagena (Colombia)<\/strong>, <strong>Costa Rica<\/strong>, <strong>Honduras<\/strong>, and <strong>Belize<\/strong>, where you can explore tropical beaches, ancient ruins, and local culture.<\/p><p><strong>South American Ports<\/strong>: Some longer Panama Canal cruises extend down to <strong>Peru<\/strong> or <strong>Chile<\/strong>, visiting <strong>Callao<\/strong> or <strong>Valpara\u00edso<\/strong>.<\/p><h4><strong>Cruise Lines<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Cunard Line<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Royal Caribbean<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Holland America Line<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc45605 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"dc45605\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-724faa0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"724faa0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong> Amazon River Cruises<\/strong><\/h3><p>Explore the world\u2019s largest river system\u2014the <strong>Amazon<\/strong>\u2014on a river cruise through the heart of <strong>South America<\/strong>, offering an immersive experience in one of the world\u2019s most biodiverse ecosystems.<\/p><h4><strong>Popular Routes<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Manaus (Brazil) to Iquitos (Peru)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Manaus (Brazil) to Bel\u00e9m (Brazil)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Buenos Aires (Argentina) to the Amazon<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Lima (Peru) to the Amazon River<\/strong><\/p><h4><strong>Highlights<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Amazon Rainforest<\/strong>: Experience the dense jungle, lush greenery, and incredible wildlife. Spot <strong>monkeys<\/strong>, <strong>jaguars<\/strong>, <strong>sloths<\/strong>, and a variety of bird species as you navigate the river.<\/p><p><strong>Indigenous Communities<\/strong>: Many Amazon river cruises stop at indigenous villages, where you can learn about the traditional ways of life of local tribes.<\/p><p><strong>Wildlife Watching<\/strong>: In addition to land excursions, you may be able to go on <strong>skiff boat rides<\/strong> or <strong>kayaking excursions<\/strong> to spot wildlife up close.<\/p><p><strong>Iguaz\u00fa Falls<\/strong>: Some itineraries offer a side trip to <strong>Iguaz\u00fa Falls<\/strong> (on the border of Argentina and Brazil), one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world.<\/p><h4><strong>Cruise Lines<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Aqua Expeditions<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Viking River Cruises<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Ama Waterways<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Avalon Waterways<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-112e619 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"112e619\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa76e75 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fa76e75\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Caribbean and South America Cruises<\/strong><\/h3><p>Cruising from the Caribbean down through the <strong>northeast coast of South America<\/strong>, these cruises combine tropical destinations with cultural exploration.<\/p><h4><strong>Popular Routes<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Fort Lauderdale (USA) to Buenos Aires (Argentina)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>San Juan (Puerto Rico) to Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Panama City (Panama) to Cartagena (Colombia) and the Caribbean Islands<\/strong><\/p><h4><strong>Highlights<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Caribbean Islands<\/strong>: Sail through the <strong>Caribbean Sea<\/strong>, visiting beautiful islands like <strong>Barbados<\/strong>, <strong>St. Lucia<\/strong>, <strong>Trinidad<\/strong>, and the <strong>Virgin Islands<\/strong>. Relax on <strong>pristine beaches<\/strong> or take in the local culture.<\/p><p><strong>Brazil<\/strong>: Visit Brazil\u2019s largest cities like <strong>Rio de Janeiro<\/strong>, <strong>Santos<\/strong>, and <strong>Salvador<\/strong>, with stops at <strong>Iguaz\u00fa Falls<\/strong> and the Brazilian <strong>Amazon<\/strong>.<\/p><p><strong>Cultural Stops<\/strong>: Explore the <strong>history<\/strong> and culture of <strong>Cartagena<\/strong> (Colombia), the <strong>Gal\u00e1pagos Islands<\/strong>, and <strong>Montevideo<\/strong> (Uruguay), experiencing local art, music, and cuisine.<\/p><h4><strong>Cruise Lines<\/strong>:<\/h4><p><strong>Royal Caribbean<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Carnival Cruises<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>MSC Cruises<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Oceania Cruises<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9b964ee e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9b964ee\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0dba1b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0dba1b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"59ecff0e-91b4-4f6a-9d68-d1186d05c62d\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o-mini\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"><p>Cruising through <strong>Latin America<\/strong> offers a wide range of experiences, from <strong>luxury Caribbean cruises<\/strong> to <strong>expeditionary voyages<\/strong> through <strong>Antarctica<\/strong> and the <strong>Amazon River<\/strong>. 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