A week was hardly enough at this surf and yoga retreat on Bahia’s coast. Read about what it was like, from the waves to the daily yoga, plant-based meals around the same table with the other guests, and afternoon excursions for fresh açai and sundowners by the mangroves.

The Maraú Peninsula is one of those rare places that still beats by the rhythm of nature, not noise and too many tourists. Here’s a guide to where to stay, what to do, and where to find the best bite or beachside bed in this precious paradise in South Bahia.

Cusco wears its history on its sleeve. Here’s a five-stop walking route through the city that will introduce you to the history, gastronomy, and culture of this still-thriving city of the Incas.