With so many wineries in Mendoza, picking which ones to visit isn’t easy. These are spread across three main regions – Maipú, Luján de Cuyo and Uco Valley, each of them having its charm. The province of Mendoza is the biggest wine producer in Argentina (the other one is Cafayate, in the Salta Province), and … Read more
There are more things to do in Mendoza, Argentina than you’d imagine, if you only decide to spend enough time there. The capital of the Mendoza Province is known for its wine production, for the incredible food (this is where you’ll eat some of the best steaks in Argentina) and for the gorgeous landscapes of … Read more
El Chalten is – quite simply – one of the places you should never skip during a trip to Argentina. This tiny town considered to be a climbing paradise counts around 1600 inhabitants, though apparently no more than 400 people live there year round. The population inevitably swells with the presence of tourists in the … Read more
El Calafate Argentina is a small town of around 25000 inhabitants in the south of the country, and one of the main getaways to explore Patagonia, with easy access to Los Glaciares National Park, where Perito Moreno Glacier is located, and connections to El Chalten, one of the main hiking hubs of the country, as … Read more
Traveling to Patagonia is many a dream, including mine. To be fair, it is such a spectacular place that even after having been there 3 times already, I hardly feel like my dream came true and I feel compelled to visit and again. This easily qualifies as one of my favorite places on earth. Patagonia … Read more
Hiking in Patagonia is as good as it gets. The quality and variety of the trails; the unique wildlife; the clean air and – most importantly – the incredible views throughout make it a must for anybody who enjoys being in the nature. There is little doubt that this is one of the ultimate things … Read more
Hiking to Laguna Torre is, quite simply, a must when in Patagonia. The hike to Laguna Torre is one of the best in Patagonia and can be easily enjoyed when visiting El Chalten, Argentina’s trekking capital. If you plan to visit Argentina, Patagonia should be in your itinerary and you should include the hike to … Read more
The one to Laguna Esmeralda easily qualifies as the best hike in Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia. It’s not a strenuous trek at all – it is fairly short and with very little ascent. The stunning scenery and the challenges of the trail, however, make it one you will remember. If you plan to just … Read more