Rio de Janeiro is famous for many things. The statue ‘Christ the Redeemer’ on the Sugar Loaf is instantly recognisable and has become a symbol of the city and of Brazil more widely. Rio de Janeiro is also surrounded by beautiful beaches, such as the Copacabana and Joatinga. Carnival is the cultural main event on Brazil’s calendar and the most colourful and lively one is found in Rio de Janeiro.

Santos is located about 70 km from São Paulo and is traditionally a coffee port city. Although most people think of it as a good starting point for visits to São Paulo, Santos has a lot to offer cruise passengers itself. As a coastal town in Brazil it offers fantastic and pristine beaches such as Praia da Enseada and Astúrias Beach. There are also There are a number of fascinating museums such as Museu do Mar, a maritime museum and the Museum of Modern Art. Of course, visitors should set aside some time to enjoy some of the freshest and tastiest coffee in the world.

Punta del Este is a seaside city in the southeast of Uruguay. The city is located on a narrow peninsula and is famous for its beaches - the Brava Beach is surfers' paradise, whereas the Mansa Beach on the west coast has calm, shallow waters - perfect for families. Punta del Este is a real resort city with its elegant villas, yacht harbour, luxury seaside apartment buildings and haute cuisine restaurants. It is easily the most expensive city in the whole country and is very popular with Brazilians and Argentinians.

Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina, is a flamboyant and colourful cruise destination. Old European colonial grandeur meets Latin flair in this metropolis. Cruisers can experience this through the architecture, cuisine and one of many tango performances which take place throughout the city. This traditional Argentinian dance combines nostalgia with the passion typical of Latin America