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South American
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When to go

Seasons in the Southern Hemisphere are the opposite of those in the Northern Hemisphere.

February is the best month of all.

Overrated
South American
cruise destinations

Many cruisers will be disappointed with these:

Cape Horn
Taking an "Around the Cape" cruise sounds exciting, but you risk experiencing in the infamous Straits of Magellan dreary skies, chilly temperatures, strong winds, and rough seas, even in the summertime. Also, most cruise ships don't get that close to Cape Horn. And, that landmark is visually mundane.

Falkland Islands
While a visit to remarkable South Georgia Islands is worth the long open-sea sailing time, the one to the Falkland Islands is not. The capital port city Stanley is lackluster. And, with the exception of the penguin colonies, the Falkland Islands fall short in tourism appeal.

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Cruise lines

You have a wide choice. Ships in all three quality categories - luxury, upmarket, and mainstream - sail South America.

Climate variation

Expect a variety of climates. South America stretches about 7500 kilometers (4700 miles) from the tropical Caribbean to its cold southernmost point.

Safety advice

Both Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro have unsafe slums. However, popular tourist streets in those cities are relatively safe, especially during busy hours. But it's wise to remain alert for pickpockets and purse snatchers.

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