Across the Americas

Central and South America are regions of endless discovery — where rainforests give way to glaciers, colonial streets open onto cosmopolitan skylines, and Caribbean waters sparkle beside volcanic peaks. Here, every journey feels both vast and deeply personal, defined not by a single landmark but by the rhythm of landscapes and cultures, each moment more captivating than the last.

For Club Members, The Travel Desk transforms that richness into reality, crafting seamless itineraries that balance raw beauty with refined comfort. From the cloud forests of Costa Rica to the hidden islands of Panama, from the Galápagos’ wild shores to the vibrant streets of Rio, each journey is designed not as a checklist of sights, but as a collection of experiences you’ll carry forever.

The Galapagos: Evolution in Motion

The Galapagos feels like stepping into another world — one where nature remains firmly in charge. On Santa Cruz, Members explore volcanic highlands and meet giant tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station, before hiking through lava tunnels and twin craters that hint at the islands’ fiery origins. Isabela adds its own drama, with flamingo lagoons, penguins darting through turquoise waters, and coastal bike rides where iguanas sprawl across the path.

Adventure comes as naturally as breathing — kayaking to Tintoreras Islets, snorkeling with sea lions, or hiking the rim of Sierra Negra, one of the largest volcanic craters on earth. Each island reveals a new rhythm, stitched together by speedboats and sea breezes. Evenings return Members to the quiet elegance of Finch Bay, Iguana Crossing, or Galapagos Safari Camp, where the luxury lies in proximity to the wild. In the Galapagos, you don’t just watch nature; you inhabit it.

Argentina: Glacial to Gourmet

Argentina is a country that performs on a grand stage. In Buenos Aires, passion spills into every corner — tango dancers in San Telmo, parrillas in Palermo, Belle Époque architecture along Avenida de Mayo. Members at Park Hyatt Buenos Aires step seamlessly between the city’s elegance and its exuberance, savoring steak dinners and late-night café culture.

Mendoza shifts the tempo, offering days of cycling through sunlit vineyards, tasting Malbecs at their source, and dining alfresco under the Andes. Park Hyatt Mendoza places Members at the heart of wine country, where indulgence is both rustic and refined. Then, nature takes over: Iguazu Falls thunders through the rainforest in a roar best experienced on boat rides and jungle trails, while Awasi Iguazu offers rainforest villas that soften the spectacle with calm. The journey closes at Patagonia’s edge, where glaciers calve into the sea and winds sweep Tierra del Fuego. At Arakur Ushuaia, perched above the Beagle Channel, Members reflect on a country where every note — culture, cuisine, and nature — strikes at full volume.

Chile: Coast to Peaks

Chile stretches across latitudes like no other. In Santiago, Members wander from Plaza de Armas to Bellavista’s muraled streets, then climb Cerro San Cristóbal for a view that frames city against mountain. A side trip to Valparaíso adds bohemian flavor: funiculars rattling up cerros, houses painted in kaleidoscope hues, and the sea shimmering just beyond.

To the north lies silence — the Atacama Desert, where flamingos sweep across salt flats, geysers erupt at dawn, and Moon Valley glows pink beneath the setting sun. Days here are a choice between horseback rides, hidden lagoons, and stargazing sessions where the Milky Way burns bright. South, the Lake District offers the opposite: waterfalls tumbling into emerald pools, volcanoes crowned in snow, and Puerto Varas set on a lake as still as glass. Stays at Explora, Awasi, or Puerto AWA weave comfort into extremes, ensuring Chile’s contrasts feel seamless.

Brazil: The Colorful Soul

Brazil is a country in constant motion. In Rio de Janeiro, Members rise by cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain, gaze out from Christ the Redeemer, and stroll the sweep of Copacabana Beach. Samba spills from Santa Teresa’s cobbles, while Copacabana Palace, a Belmond Hotel, offers timeless glamour above the waves.

The drama shifts to Iguazu Falls, where nearly two miles of cascades thunder through the rainforest. Boat rides and cliffside trails reveal its force, but staying at Belmond das Cataratas — the only hotel within the park — offers a rare privilege: sunrise solitude and evenings lit by the roar of the falls. São Paulo adds sleek sophistication, with Hotel Fasano placing Members amid cutting-edge galleries, nightlife, and restaurants. Salvador ends the journey with soul — golden baroque churches, Afro-Brazilian rhythms, Bahian spices, and beaches that feel like a daily celebration. Brazil is a kaleidoscope, and every turn brings a burst of color.

Costa Rica: Wild Beauty

Costa Rica thrives on contrast — vibrant cities, cloud forests, volcanoes, and endless coasts. In San José, Members explore museums, historic plazas, and colonial architecture before setting out for La Fortuna, where Arenal Volcano looms over a landscape alive with rainforest energy. Days here mean ziplining above jungle canopies, horseback rides through misty trails, and hot springs warmed by the earth itself. Stays at Nayara Tented Camp place Members in stilted luxury tents with open-air showers and sweeping views, where Pura Vida feels tangible.

On the Pacific coast, Tamarindo slows the tempo. White-sand beaches invite snorkeling, paddleboarding, and boat rides to hidden coves, while seafood dinners stretch long into golden sunsets. Luxury beachfront resorts offer a perfect blend of adventure and ease — the sound of waves just beyond private terraces, pools that spill into the horizon. In Costa Rica, every turn reveals wild beauty softened by warmth, a country that transforms exhilaration into pure life.

Panama: Hidden Luxury

Panama straddles worlds — colonial and modern, Pacific and Caribbean, city and jungle. In Panama City, Members explore Casco Viejo’s cobbled streets, golden altars at San José Church, and the marvel of the canal, before returning to Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo for sundowners overlooking the bay.

From there, the air cools in Boquete, where mornings bring coffee farm tours and hikes into cloud forests, while afternoons might be spent ziplining or soaking in hidden hot springs before returning to Los Establos’ mountain calm. Finally, the rhythm slows to Caribbean time in Bocas del Toro. At Nayara Bocas del Toro, overwater villas float above turquoise waters, the perfect base for snorkeling reefs, island-hopping by boat, or simply swinging in a hammock as the sun sinks across the horizon. Panama is a gateway, yes — but also a destination of its own, layered in history, nature, and ease.