From wineries in Mendoza to Torres del Paine national park in Chile, Caroline Michaud had a great South American vacation. Here are her top travel tips from her own trip.
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Bohemia Viva: Argentina Style & Latin Music in Puerto Vallarta
Fans of Latin music might be surprised to find that one of the coolest musical duos in Puerto Vallarta is from Argentina. Here’s their story.
How to Tour Argentina Like Pope Francis (Almost)
Pope Francis is the first pontiff from Latin America. Will he inspire more travelers to visit Argentina?
Argentina Travel, by First Class Express Bus
Argentina travel by bus can be a pleasant experience, with companies like CATA Internacional and Flechabus. BY MELISSA RUTTANAI Some people dread buses, especially long bus rides where the bathroom looms in the back, the air conditioning is spotty and the guy next to you is already snoring before the bus has even shifted out…
HOTEL REVIEW: BoBo Hotel, Buenos Aires, Argentina
BY RAMSEY QUBEINTHE STYLE: Upon entering the hip Buenos Aires neighborhood called Palermo, which is filled with trendy bars, boutiques and cafes, it’s clear that BoBo Hotel & Restaurant (the name is an abbreviation of “Bourgeois Bohemian”) belongs here. The entrance is through immense wrought iron doors that swing open to reveal a cozy sitting area…
Argentina Tours for 2012, from Metropolitan Touring and Borello Travel
Teatro Colón is one of the top visitor sites in Buenos Aires. Two tour operators that specialize in Argentina are offering an array of Argentina travel options for 2012. Here is a sample of how you can experience this South American nation this year.Metropolitan TouringMetropolitan Touring has announced its schedule of escorted, “fixed departure” Argentina…
The Top 5 Reasons to Visit Salta, Argentina
Twin towers: the cathedral of Salta, Argentina. BY SEBASTIAN CHIRINOReferred to endearingly as “Salta the Fair” by natives and savvy tourists, the city of Salta in Argentina, has earned its name by welcoming travelers with unequalled hospitality, impeccable architecture and a rich history. Settled in 1582 by Hernando de Lerma of Spain, the Salta of…
3 Must-Do Activities in Mendoza, Argentina
Time for a toast: The Vendimia Festival in Mendoza is a great time to sample wine. BY SEBASTIAN CHIRINOKnown as the land of sun and good wine, the city of Mendoza, Argentina, is situated on the eastern side of the Andes. Mendoza is renowned for being clean and unpolluted. The city enjoys a mild climate,…
LGBT Travel to Cordoba, Argentina
If you’ve already seen my post about the Top 5 Reasons to Visit Cordoba, Argentina (as well as my additional coverage), then you know that Argentina’s second-largest city has a lot to offer when it comes to history, culture and tourism in general. In my recent feature article about Cordoba in Passport Magazine, I got to…
The Top 5 Reasons to Visit Cordoba, Argentina
A historic train station, now graced with a disco ball, is just one example of how Argentina’s second-largest city has successfully repurposed long-standing structures in creative new ways. Of course you’ve heard of Buenos Aires. Of course you know how wonderful, cultured and fascinating it is. But the problem when one city overtakes all others…
The Other Mrs. Peron: Argentina’s Despised Diva, Isabelita
No, it’s not Evita. Evita Perón’s tomb at Recoleta Cemetery and the Casa Rosada, where Evita rallied supporters from the balcony, are must-sees for every first-time visitor to Buenos Aires. But there is another Mrs. Perón who has inspired not a single Buenos Aires city tour: Isabelita. Evita Perón’s unrealized dreams of political office are…
Ford Falcon: The Legendary Car of Argentina
Buenos Aires is a bustling metropolis, its streets congested with bulbous Peugeots, darting black-and-yellow taxis and hissing buses with whitewall tires. But perhaps the most Argentine of all vehicles is a creation that was born in the United States but found a much longer life here: The Ford Falcon. This stalwart model, produced by Ford…
Beyond the Oscars: 5 Great Movies from Argentina
The Academy Awards are a great excuse to review some of the best movies set in Argentina.
Colonial Treasures and Modern Marvels: Exploring the Contrasting Architectural Styles of Latin America’s Capitals
History intertwines with the present in Latin America’s capitals. You can easily experience a captivating contrast of architectural styles in just one trip, from colonial treasures to modern marvels. Latin America’s capitals blend history, culture and architectural grandeur. Cities Mexico City to Buenos Aires and Lima showcase a fusion of colonial and modern styles. Ornate…