15 Reasons to Never Go To South America

Kathleen Corrigan | September 25, 2015

Easter Island, Chile

Wait, that’s in South America? Ugh, sooo boring. Famous for its stone moai figures, the island is known as one of the most mysterious places on earth. Save yourself the effort and just buy a bunch of these Easter Island Kleenex box holders. You’ll feel like you’re there and you’ll never be without a tissue.

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Ushuaia, Argentina

Sure, it’s the southernmost city in the entire world. And yes, you can totally see amazing views and bask in the port city’s rich history. You can even see penguins there, but who wants to see that?

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Los Roques, Venezuela

We’re trying to picture ourselves lying on one of this archipelago’s stunning white beaches, looking out over perfect turquoise waters at people snorkeling while digging our feet into the sand and enjoying a cold cocktail but we just can’t do it…

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Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Home to some of the world’s most interesting and exotic animals, it’s where Charles Darwin dreamed up his theory of evolution when he visited in 1835 and is referred to as a “living museum”. Snooze.

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Huacachina, Peru

This literal oasis is a picturesque little town nestled in the heart of the Peruvian desert. Visit there and you can go on a winery tour or tear up the sand in a dune buggy at break-neck speeds… if you’re into that sort of thing.

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