Things to do in Montevideo, Uruguay, (December 2019)

By zara On March 16, 2020

A capital city on a small scale, Montevideo enjoys a great beach side location, an interesting historical district and a relaxed pace of life – you might stay longer than you ever intended!

Exploring Western Uruguay (Colonia, Fray Bentos & the Hot Springs, South America (December 2019)

By zara On March 3, 2020

Well off the beaten track, western Uruguay has some great attractions. The ancient city of Colonia and the industrial architecture of the Frey Bentos meat packing factory are both UNESCO sites. There are a variety of hot springs resorts and the pleasant undulating country is green and peaceful.

Exploring Iguazu Falls & the Jesuit Missions: Argentina, Paraguay & Brazil in a 1 Week Circuit (November 2019)

By zara On February 17, 2020

Cheap flights now allow easy access to the magnificent Iguazu Falls in Argentina. We combined them with a loop south along the Parana River to visit the Jesuit missions of Argentina and Paraguay, returning through Brazil to see the other side of the falls.

Smoke on the Water, Fire in the Skies: Unravelling Patagonia, Chile & Argentina ((January 2018)

By zara On July 28, 2018

There is no denying the beauty of Patagonia but a recent visit left me with mixed feelings.

Having a Whale of a Time – Peninsula Valdes, Chubut, Argentina (November 2017)

By zara On July 20, 2018

The Valdes Peninsula lies on the Atlantic coast of Argentina and is home to large breeding numbers of Southern Right whales and Magellanic penguins, as well as more permanent resident wildlife. A UNESCO site with easy access, it offers the best marine wildlife viewing in the country.

The Best Drives in Patagonia, Chile/Argentina (January 2018)

By zara On May 25, 2018

There are very many beautiful areas of Patagonia and a car allows you to explore at leisure and stop where you like. The following are some of our favorite drives from a recent 3 month trip to Chile and Argentina.

Hiking in the Fitzroy Massif, El Chalten, Argentina (January 2018)

By zara On May 18, 2018

As scenic as Torres del Paine in Chile? Tick! More accessible? Tick! Cool town? Tick! With stunning scenery and the perfect 2 day circuit suitable for even inexperienced walkers, the Fitzroy massif in Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina, is a rewarding destination.

Perito Moreno Glacier, Santa Cruz, Argentina (January 2018)

By zara On May 5, 2018

It is easy to combine a stay at a classic Argentinian estancia with a visit to the spectacular Perito Moreno glacier, found within the UNESCO listed Los Glaciares National Park

South with the Eden – Sailing with Navimag from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales, Chile (December 2017)

By zara On April 24, 2018

One of the most interesting ferry routes in the world travels through the fjords of Patagonia, in southern Chile. The three night trip from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales – or vice-versa – has beautiful scenery with a chance to spot some of the elusive wildlife and birds of this remote region.

The Seven Lakes Drive from Bariloche, Argentina (December 2017)

By zara On April 19, 2018

One of the world’s best drives? Running for 180 km north from Bariloche, Argentina, the Seven Lakes Drive has stunning scenery with some charming villages en route: I would certainly put it in my Top Ten.

Category: South America