Exploring Central & South America

From June to December Argentina‘s Patagonian coast attracts one of the most impressive gathering of Southern Right whales in world. The monumentally sized animals flock to the warm, remote waters of Península Valdés to mate and breed, and as the weather gets warmer whale-watchers and nature enthusiasts have the opportunity to catch a once in […]

Apart from more important things like soccer, wine, and the perfect cut of meat, Argentines care a lot about how they present themselves. Whether it’s a handcrafted silver cufflink or a skirt that sways perfectly in the spring breeze, Buenos Aires’ passion for class, sophistication, and romanticism seeps into the careful way porteños (Buenos Aires locals) dress. If […]

Often without full published addresses, some only open to members and others requiring a secret password to enter; Buenos Aires’ nightlife is getting even more unique with the emergence of secret speakeasies popping up around the city. The city has always been famous for its classic wine bars, exclusive cocktail bars and pubs serving artisanal […]

With a melting pot of influences and a genuine appreciation for enjoying all things leisurely, Buenos Aires is a city with an intense love for food. One of its best kept secrets is the community of puertas cerradas, or closed-door restaurants, where the city’s top chefs invite small groups of strangers into their homes to indulge […]

It’s no secret that Brazil is home to some of the world’s best beaches. From the nightlife built around Rio’s Copacabana to sleepy spa days on Ilha Grande’s shores, there’s absolutely no going wrong with sun and sand in this colorful giant. Though it’s only February, the days are getting longer and a tiny bit warmer in the […]

  The coastal paradise of Barranquilla, Colombia offers an unparalleled peek into Caribbean tradition. For a week in February, Barranquilla opens its doors and welcomes the world, throwing a genuine, and one of a kind show, an event not to beaten, anywhere. Color and spectacle take hold during Carnaval, and this siesta from all things […]

We’ve spent a lot of time talking about our favorite Central and South American destinations for spring lately, so it feels right with the impending Easter break to let you in on our favorite Easter break escapes! With such a short break it might seem impossible to steal away for a relaxing vacation, but with many […]

If you’ve ever spent time wondering how Machu Picchu came to be, or how the first explorers felt when they reached the top of Mount Fitz Roy, you know there’s something irresistibly alluring about the idea of a unique experience. Luckily for us, getting to those sweet island vacations in South America‘s most unique places is as easy as […]

If you’re itching for some international adventure but don’t have a month to take off for travel, it’s time to plan a spring vacation to Central America. Costa Rica’s pristine beaches and Guatemala’s incredible Maya history have all the magic and lore of Latin America without the longer flights further south to Peru or Brazil. […]