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From a distance, Rio’s colourful favelas look appealing.

Authentic insight or voyeurism? My struggle with slum tourism

I saw a colourful, poor neighbourhood from a distance and wanted to visit it. But I learnt just how thorny, divisive and nuanced the issue is.

  • Gary Nunn
The Iguazu Falls are a crowd magnet.

The insider secret to beating the crowds at this world wonder

A stay at Awasi Iguazu is the only way to get to Iguazu Falls before the park opens to the public. 

  • Ben Groundwater
Pao de queijo.

The fascinating cheesy bread with a poisonous sting in its tale

The further you dive into this ubiquitous Brazilian snack, the more interesting it becomes.

  • Ben Groundwater
Stew on this… tomato, lime, spices, coconut milk and fish combine to creat a pot of deliciousness.

Brazil’s answer to the Thai seafood curry is an icon and an obsession

This classic seafood dish is similar to a Thai green curry, minus the heat.

  • Ben Groundwater
The majestic Vinicunca in the Cusco region of Peru, also Rainbow Mountain.

Extraordinary and exotic: Why now is the time to visit South America

There are more flights and South America remains better value than Europe or the US. Here is our beginner’s guide to travelling around this continent of extremes.

  • Chris Moss and Julietta Jameson
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Impossible to miss… the striking Museum of Tomorrow by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava.

Port guide: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

One of the world’s most vibrant cities in one of the world’s most beautiful settings will have you in the mood for sequins and samba.

  • Brian Johnston
The falls and the Devils Throat.

The world’s largest waterfall system is a dazzling experience

You’d be mad to miss some of the experiences at Iguazu Falls, even if you end up getting wet.

  • Brian Johnston
China's GDP is predicted to be $64.2 trillion in 2030. But Australian businesses are being advised not to disregard opportunities in other Asian nations.

Size matters: The world’s 10 best megacities you must visit

Whatever you desire in a big city, you will find it. Here’s how to embrace (and survive) some of the world’s top megacities.

  • Ben Groundwater
The Seventy Islands are part of the Rock Islands of Palau

Amazing and crowd-free: 12 of the world’s most underrated countries

Look beyond the usual destinations and you’ll find outstanding countries that offer something different, and may well be bargain-priced and uncrowded too.

  • Brian Johnston
Brazilian Feijoada Food. Top view - Imagem sunnov24cover
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A whole day is dedicated to the construction (and destruction) of this meal

If you’re going to tackle one of Brazil’s most cherished dishes, you have to be hungry. Like, really hungry.

  • Ben Groundwater