March

Carnival season may well be over, but in true Latin American style there is plenty to keep you entertained throughout March. As a largely Christian continent, Easter week, or ‘Semana Santa’ is of huge importance, and is celebrated lavishly throughout.

During Easter week, throughout Latin America you will see colourful parades, mass, and often fireworks. Easter is almost more important than Christmas here, and if you head to Mexico you may be lucky enough to witness the re-enactment of the crucifixion which takes place annually, with actors and hordes of followers taking to the streets.

March is also the month of the enthralling ‘Ruta Maya Canoe Race’ in Belize, a challenging, multi-day race which usually takes place over Easter weekend, attracting locals and tourists in droves.

In Ecuador, the ‘Fiesta del Equinoccio’ takes place surrounding the Middle of the World monument and is celebrated with yet more dances and processions. Further south, in the charming town of Cuenca, the annual peach festival ensues, and is a wonderful event to witness.

For something a little less traditional, Colombia hosts its International Film Festival in Cartagena during March, and has become increasingly important in recent years.

Guatemala’s coffee season ends in March, so it’s the ideal time to grab that perfect cuppa; whilst in Argentina’s Mendoza, March brings the start of the harvest, making it great for tasting some of the region’s most delicious wines- definitely a must!

Holbox, Isla Holbox

For couples and honeymooners seeking barefoot luxury, the rustic hideaway of Casa Sandra is the perfect retreat on the beautiful Isla Holbox. Owned and run by a Cuban artist, the hotel is full of quirky design touches, cool art and contemporary style.

Casa Sandra

Espiritu Santo Island, Baja California

Wake to the sound of lapping waves on a private white sand beach when you experience off-the-beaten-track luxury ‘glamping’ on Espiritu Santo at Camp Cecil, with the chance to snorkel, kayak, hike and swim with marine life, to your heart’s content.

Camp Cecil

Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Embark on your Antarctic adventure onboard one of the finest small ships in the world; The Hebridean Sky. This vessel will provide excellent comfort and extensive amenities for all your needs whilst exploring the white continent.

Hebridean Sky

Mexico City, Mexico City and Puebla

With only four rooms, a stay at the incredibly stylish Nima Local House Hotel offers a home-from-home experience in beautiful surroundings with a truly personal service and exquisite attention to detail.

Nima Local House Hotel

Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

A purpose built polar expedition vessel, the RCGS boasts the highest ice-class available making it well-equipped to navigate the thickest ice and offer a sturdy, safe and comfortable experience amid even the harshest Antarctic conditions.

RCGS Resolute

Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Offering luxury in the heart of Antarctica, the M/V Sea Spirit affords upscale facilities and comfortable cabins. Highly manoeuvrable, the boat can navigate narrow fjords, follow pods of playful whales and provide an exceptional polar experience.

M/V Sea Spirit

Tulum, Riviera Maya

With its quirky rooms and views over the turquoise sea, this charming boutique hotel, near the ancient Mayan ruins at Tulum is a firm Imagine favourite.

Ana y Jose Charming Hotel & Spa

Tortuguero, Costa Rica

Evergreen Lodge is a rustic eco-friendly lodge located in the heart of Tortuguero National Park. It offers expertly-guided excursions through this bio-diverse area and is the perfect base for spotting wildlife and admiring spectacular jungle scenery.

Evergreen Lodge

San Miguel de Allende, Colonial Highlands

For romance, elegance and style, the four suites of L’Otel located in a quiet street of San Miguel de Allende’s historic centre, boast antique furnishings, plush linens, colourful artwork and chic antiques in a lovingly restored old colonial building.

L'Otel

Lima, Peru

The Belmond Miraflores Park is Lima’s finest hotel and offers a superb location as well as dramatic Pacific Ocean views. Within easy reach of Lima’s top museums and restaurants, the Miraflores Park is a classy urban retreat and a haven of sophistication.

Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel

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Pay for two nights and stay for three or pay for three nights and stay for four at La Viuda de Jose Ignacio, Uruguay when you book before 10 December. Subject to terms, conditions and availability. Please contact our specialists for more information.

La Viuda de Jose Ignacio, Uruguay - Complimentary Nights Offer

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Brazil Iguazu Falls, Brazil

Delve into the local heritage and explore San Ignacio Jesuit Ruins. Uncover a world left behind by Guarani Baroque Mission who aimed to spread Christianity throughout Argentina, before being expelled by the Spanish.

San Ignacio Jesuit Ruins

Tikal and Peten, Guatemala

Take a private tour of this lesser visited, but not less impressive, Mayan site. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful landscape of Guatemala, Yaxha is best visited at sunset. Bring binoculars to spot kingfishers, hummingbirds and toucans.

Yaxha Sunset and Birding

Tikal and Peten, Guatemala

Explore the jungle-shrouded sites of Uaxactun and Tikal National Park in a jam-packed day of history, Mayan culture and adventure. Spot exotic birds and tropical animals that roam the grounds and keep your camera out for that perfect picture.

Uaxactun Ruins and Tikal at Sunset

Punta del Este, Uruguay

Enjoy a full day tour to discover the Eastern Uruguayan coast. You will learn about the largest biosphere reserve of Uruguay and visit the nicest spots of the Rocha province.

Trekking to Cabo Polonio Sand Dunes

Havana, Cuba

Tropicana or "A Paradise under the Stars" is Havana's most famous cabaret club. Enjoy the colourful open air Latin dance show featuring over 200 singers, dancers and a big band live-orchestra in a beautiful garden setting.

Tropicana Show

Mexico City, Mexico

Savour the sights, sounds, tastes and smells of Xochimilco, Mexico City's best garden market, before buying ingredients ferried in along an ancient system of canals and taking them back to a local family's house to learn a traditional recipe.

Xochimilco Culinary Experience

Havana, Cuba

Walk in the footsteps of Havana's colonial past visiting the highlights of Old Havana,a UNESCO world heritage site. Visit Plaza de Armas, San Francisco, Plaza Vieja and Plaza de la Cathedral with our expert guide offering insightful history along the way.

Discover Colonial Havana

Havana, Cuba

Enjoy a fascinating walking tour of Old Havana home to crumbling colonial buildings, winding alleyways and iconic plazas before a classic American convertible panoramic tour of Modern Havana. Stop off at the famous Hotel Nacional for a Mojito cocktail.

Discover Colonial & Modern Havana

Paraty, Brazil

Paraty is a charming town on Brazil's Emerald Coast, the centre of which has remained virtually unchanged since its heyday as a port for gold passing through from the mines of Minas Gerais. Enjoy a fascinating walking tour of this world heritage site.

Historical Walking Tour of Paraty

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