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JAMAICA MEXICO Caracas Cartagena GUYANA Georgetown VENEZUEL A Belize City SURINAM Bogota Mexico City Belmopan FRENCH GUIANA COLOMBIA BELIZE Quito A N D G U AT E M A L A LA Cuzco BOLIVIA La Paz Bluefields CHILE Lake Nicaragua T A I N S U N Lake Managua Brasilia Sucre A BR A Rio de Janeiro Sao Paulo Iguazu Falls URUGUAY Montevideo Buenos Aires AT L A N T I C O C E A N ARGENTINA Limón Gulf of Mosquitos Bay of Coronado PA C I F I C O C E A N LI Asuncion C O S TA R I C A San José SI PARAGUAY Mendoza Valparaiso Santiago Puntarenas Recife Costa Do Sauipe Salvador N O PA C I F I C O C E A N NIC ARAGUA Managua H Lima E L S A LV A D O R Gulf of Fonseca S D N Caribbean Sea M San Salvador BRAZIL S Tegucigalpa Fortaleza E PERU ITO COAST HONDURAS Antigua Guatemala SQ U Guatemala City Belem I N B A S A M A Z O N IG MO San Pedro Sula Manaus ECUADOR Roatan H Gulf of Honduras Panama Canal Colón San Blas Islands Puerto Madryn Panama City El Calafate Malvinas Islands (UK) David PANAMA Gulf of Chiriquí Tierra del Punta del Este Fuego Ushuaia Cape Horn Gulf of Panama South Georgia (UK) COLOMBI WELCOME TO CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA As you journey through the magnificent destinations of Central and South America, you'll travel from the beautiful beaches of Belize to the sparkling glaciers at the tip of Argentina. With a neverending selection of unsurpassed sights, activities and attractions, this region unfolds with a diversity of pleasures that's incredibly engaging. Much of it is an unspoiled Eden with a blend of indigenous, European and modern architecture, offering glorious beaches in a warm, natural setting. The stunning destinations of Central America are rich in cultural treasures, with a glorious backdrop of luxuriant tropical foliage and blue seas. All this is easily navigated and populated by warm and hospitable people. Soak in the Pacific or the Caribbean, stand in the mist of magical waterfalls, and surf, swim and snorkel to your heart's content. Journey deep into the dense and vibrant jungle, where rare birds, exotic animals and colorful plant life abounds. From the profusion of colorful sea life, to the rich tapestry of inland plants and animals, these destinations are an exciting experience for any nature lover and are quite accessible. HOTEL STAR RATING SYSTEM Delight in the captivating sights of South America, where you can explore vibrant cities with charming colonial architecture and bold cuisines. The cities offer sophistication and tradition, as well as the best hotels, museums, lively theater and nightlife. Travel outside the cities to colorful jungles, thundering waterfalls and a natural paradise that fascinates and enthralls. Explore the ruins of mighty civilizations that have been lost to the ages. Whatever beguiling destination you choose, you'll never forget the richness of this ancient and fascinating region. From end to end, Central and South America are rich and rewarding collections of discovery simply waiting to happen. ooooo LUXURY Premium hotels and resorts located in choice settings with exquisite surroundings. They offer the finest guest services and amenities, tailored to the needs of the discerning traveler. oooo SUPERIOR Tastefully furnished accommodations in beautiful surroundings, offering a broad range of upscale services and amenities. ooo MODERATE Comfortable accommodations offering most standard services and amenities, and typically providing excellent value. Welcome to Central and South America 5

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