You’ve got to love Argentina. It’s big, it’s beautiful, and it is literally bursting with must-see attractions for international travellers, and so it is no surprise that the country constantly ranks as South America’s best holiday destination. Almost 7 million of us visited Argentina in 2018, and 2019 promises to be the country’s best year…
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Friday’s Photo Shoot – Perito Moreno Patagonia
No trip to Patagonia would be complete without a visit to Perito Moreno in Los Glaciares National Park. A vast Patagonian Ice Field where you can sail, hike, or simply sit back and enjoy the magnificent views, Perito Moreno is easily accessible from the popular Patagonian town of El Calafate, and is the perfect day trip…
Tango, Tasting & Trekking – The Perfect Argentine Holiday
There is so much to see and do in Argentina that I could have easily titled this blog, ‘Glaciers, Gauchos and Iguazu’ or ‘Penguins, Pampas and Patagonia’, but there are 3 things that I never fail to see and do when I visit this gateway to South America, and that is Tango, Wine Tasting, and…
Spotlight on Salta – Adding flavour to your Argentine Adventure
There are so many amazing places to visit in Argentina that one could easily spend a year travelling throughout this magnificent country, but if you are limited to just two or three weeks, one place you simply shouldn’t miss is the north-western province of Salta. A familiar and friendly city where you instantly feel at…
Expedition Aconcagua – A Journey to the Roof of South America
Mountain Climbing is much like travelling, in that it becomes addictive once you have a taste for it, so I am very excited to let you know that we have finally added trekking Expeditions to Mount Aconcagua to our ever-growing ‘Expeditions’ portfolio! A mighty mountain in the Andean Mountain Range, some 112 kilometres from the…
Friday’s Photo Session La Quiaca to Ushuaia – An Argentine Adventure
There are so many beautiful countries in the world that it’s hard to pick a favourite, but if I had to narrow it down, Argentina would most definitely feature in my top three. A beautiful country with amazing landscapes, friendly people, endless sightseeing activities, breathtaking national parks, fine wines, and arguably, the best steaks in…
Travelling in Argentina – It’s Affordable Again
If you dream of travelling throughout Argentina, you will be pleased to know that the exchange rate is looking good for foreign travellers right now, and you could get a whole lot more Dinero for your Dollar in 2014! When we first visited Argentina in 2000, it was one of the cheapest places to travel…
What Would You Do with 24 Hours in Buenos Aires?
If you have been lucky enough to visit Buenos Aires, you will probably agree that it is one of the coolest cities in South America, if not the world! Chic, sophisticated, cosmopolitan and a little bit chaotic, Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires is one of those cities where you can do as little or as much…
One of The Best Things About Travel Is…
Meeting new people… and we have met some of the most amazing people on your journeys around the world. Old, young, rich, poor, black, white and every beautiful shade in between, the world is full of wonderful people, and here are just some that made our trips truly special…
Friday’s Photo Session – Talampaya National Park – Argentina
One of the most beautiful places in South America, El Parque Nacional Talampaya is a ‘must see’ for anyone visiting the La Rioja Province of Argentina. Located some 217km from the city of La Rioja, this majestic UNESCO Heritage Site is easily accessible by car, and whether you decide to drive along yourself or take…
Don’t Cry for Me Argentina (The truth is, I never left you!)
If you asked me to name my favourite country in the whole world, I would struggle to pick just one, but Argentina would certainly feature in my top three, and I cannot wait to return to this passionate land of fine wines, fine dining, and breathtaking scenery. We first visited Argentina some 12 years ago,…
Destination Review – Magnificent Mendoza
Nestling comfortably against the foothills of the Andes, Mendoza is one of those cities that welcomes you with open arms, and hugs you so tightly that you may never want to leave! A city of atmospheric plazas, endless vineyards, and street side cafes, Mendoza is relaxed, laid back and inviting, and while many plan to…
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