Adventure in the Americas

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Adventure and Adrenaline Howdy y'all! This month's newsletter is all about adventure in the Americas! We've got loads of information for you, from the stunning waterfalls of Iguazu, to the gauchos, to the Amazon River. We've also found two amazing hotel deals in Argentina and Brazil for you, so you can go and explore the forests and wilderness of South America and come back to out of this world comfort. Don't forget to follow HolidayCheck on Facebook! So go on, pack up the maps, go and get your bullwhip and head off on the adventure of a lifetime! Have fun! Zoë HolidayCheck.com The themes   The Iguazu Falls   Great Hotel Offers!   The Gauchos   Become a Fan   The Amazon River   Have a look around Holidaycheck   Contact Life! Jeep Safari Amazon Sailing Surfing Rafting Jane Hostel Grr... Horse riding Off road The Iguazu Falls   The Iguazu Falls and the Devil's Throat lie on the border of Argentina and Brazil, and legend has it, that they were created by the local gods. They were recently shortlisted to be one of the new 7 Wonders of the World. There are 275 separate waterfalls, and the tallest reach 82m in height. The two nearest towns are the Brazilian Foz do Iguaçu and Puerto Iguazú in Argentina. Do you fancy dancing with the Devil? The Devil's Throat The Falls from Brazil Sailing away   Great Hotel Offers!   Following on with our South American theme, here are two amazing hotel deals in Argentina and Brazil. Centres of luxury in a trule exotic setting. Brazil, São Paulo: Hotel Grand Hyatt ***** Only 15 minutes away from the airport, this fabulous 5 star hotel is right in the middle of São Paulo, and it offers great shopping in a great city. You can enjoy the sunshine on the terrace, and then a drink or two in the cocktail bar.  Enjoy a night for under £180! Argentina, Buenos Aires: Hotel Hilton ***** Buenos Aires has some of the best hotels in the world, and this is one of them. Spend your holiday in this modern 5 star delight, and sample some authentic Argentine cuisine as room service!  Live the high life for less than £90 a night!   The Gauchos   A tradition stretching back to the 18th century, gauchos have been a part of the South American culture for centuries, with Argentina, Chile, Brazil and Peru all having their own type. They lived a nomadic lifestyle in the wild plains, and have been the subjects for many poems and adventure stories. They have a particular way of dressing, with ponchos and trousers called bombachas, which were originally a English import to the Americas from Turkey, as well as the famous bolas, which are used in herding the animals.   Become a Fan   Come and be a fan on Facebook! What's there? Entertaining and useful information, with everything you need to know about holidays, all directly on Facebook! If you have a question, we'll get back to you immediately! If we have some new information, we'll send it straight to you! If something makes you laugh, make us laugh too! Go to the HolidayCheck Fanpage   The Amazon River   The Amazon River is the biggest river in the world, and at some points it reaches as much as 120 miles wide. It is never crossed by a bridge. It stems from a little glacial stream on Nevado Mismi, in the Peruvian mountains, and on its journey to the coast, passes through Peru, Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia. Manaus is the largest city in the area, and a popular holdiay resort, so why not go and check it out? Some of the world's most famous animals live in the River Amazon, such as manatees, turtles and anacondas, along with 3,000 types of fish. Waters of the Amazon Simple and serene A macaw's eye view   Have a look around Holidaycheck   Turkey 2010        Latest Hotel Reviews      Offers Italy     Review a Hotel    HolidayCheck Awards 2010      HotelManager     Upload Pictures        Spain        Current Videos       Unsubscribe Change details Contact us Imprint HolidayCheck.com