Argentina

8 Inspiring Reasons to Visit Salta

May 27, 2015 By Guest Blogger

Salta boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in Argentina, with vast mountains and valleys, and a rich cultural heritage.

Northwest Argentina and the Cerro de Siete Colores

April 30, 2015 By Ryan

Ryan takes a slight detour to see the Cerro de Siete Colores, or Hill of Seven Colores, perhaps Northwest Argentina’s top tourist attraction.

Colonia Carlos Pellegrini: Nature Up Close in Argentina

April 27, 2015 By Ryan

Ryan visits Colonia Carlos Pellegrini, where he got up close with capybara, deer and other wildlife in northern Argentina.

Chile vs. Argentina: Which Country Has the Better Wine?

April 6, 2015 By Ryan

Ryan tackles the question of which country has better wine: Chile or Argentina? His decision is based on tasting wine from each, including a trip to both.

Iguazú Falls: One of Argentina’s Top Natural Attractions

March 9, 2015 By Ryan

Ryan remembers his trip to the Argentine side of Iguazú Falls, where he had to fight off a raccoon-like animal before he could marvel at the rushing water.

5 Top Wine Regions of the World

April 3, 2014 By Dave

f there’s a better way to spend a day of travel than touring wineries, I’d like to hear about it. I’ve always been fond of drinking wine, but it wasn’t until my trip around the world in 2008 that I had the chance to visit two of the world’s top wine regions, Stellenbosch and Bordeaux. […]

The Scenic Bus Ride from Mendoza to Santiago

April 4, 2013 By Dave

may have entered Argentina by plane, but my departure via the scenic bus ride from Mendoza to Santiago (Chile) was worth the extra transit time. In Mendoza, I bought my bus ticket on Andesmar a few days in advance for just $35.90. Staying in Mendoza overnight? Book your hostel here By comparison, flights cost several hundred […]