Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, the Paris of South America, I
headed to the Recoleta area to experience one of the best locations in the
city. The downtown residential neighborhood in the Autonomous is an area of great
historical and architectural interest, mostly because of the Recoleta
Cemetery where Evita
Perron is buried. Surrounded by lush greenery and amazing farm to table restaurants,
serving world class Malbec wines, a traveler is bound to enjoy any aspect of
what the city offers. Known for the best grass fed beef, La Cabrara is highly
recommended. Another option is Café San Juan in San Telmo as well as Chila.
The purpose of this trip was to explore local, contemporary artists that are currently thriving in Buenos
Aires, including Jorge Macchi, Pablo Siquier, and Leonardo Erlich. Their art
has been selected by top museums in Berlin, Venice, and New York City. From
tango at the Faena Hotel to malonga classes prior to the performance where locals
sharpen their dancing skills, travelers are in for a treat.
Taking part in a contained balloon installation in Buenos Aires.
Containment structure looking for exit.
After a three hour flight from Buenos Aires to El Calafate and a five hour drive to Patagonia, the destination is difficult to get to, but well worth the effort. Shared by Chile and Argentina, Patagonia is surrounded by the most beautiful scenery: waterfalls, lakes, glaciers, and desert.
A traveler visiting Patagonia should be prepared to experience all four seasons in a short span of time: from t-shirt to ski jacket with winds blowing so hard, it is wise to anchor yourself with ski or walking poles when hiking.
[Above] Black sand, glacier water, and blue skies.
Torres del Paine, also known as Towers of Blue is a spectacular vision that leaves a lifelong impression.
In front of Torres del Paine, also known as Tower of Blue.
15 meters from touching a glacier.
Preparing for Pisco Sour with ice glacier water.
Interested in Argentina and Chile? Email me at joyce@travelwithjoycek.com.
