Córdoba is Argentina’s second-largest city and the capital of the province of the same name, located in the geographic center of the country. Founded in 1573, it’s one of the oldest cities in Argentina and has long been a hub for education, thanks to the National University of Córdoba—established in 1613—which is the oldest in the country and a key influence on national … [Read more...]
What to See in Rosario: Argentina’s Cultural Powerhouse
Rosario is Argentina’s third-largest city, located along the western bank of the Paraná River in the province of Santa Fe. Known for its strong industrial base and cultural heritage, it’s often described as a hub of Argentine identity—the birthplace of both the national flag and famed figures like Che Guevara and Lionel Messi. The city’s layout blends 19th-century architecture … [Read more...]
5 Days in Buenos Aires: Exploring Argentina’s Vibrant Capital
Buenos Aires, the city of tango, football, steak, and spirited conversation, where passion fuels everything from politics to poetry; a place known for grand avenues and fading belle époque architecture, for smoky milongas and roaring stadiums, and for a personality as bold as its red Malbec. The city balances elegance and edge, with European sophistication layered over Latin … [Read more...]
What to Do in Colonia del Sacramento: Uruguay’s Oldest City
Colonia del Sacramento is a small city on the southwestern coast of Uruguay, located directly across the Río de la Plata from Buenos Aires. Founded in 1680 by the Portuguese, it changed hands several times between the Spanish and Portuguese before becoming part of Uruguay. Its Barrio Histórico (historic quarter) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for cobbled streets, … [Read more...]
A Day Trip to Rocha, Uruguay
Rocha city is the capital of the Rocha Department in southeastern Uruguay, located about 30 kilometers inland from the Atlantic coast. With a population of around 25,000, it functions as the region’s administrative and commercial center, serving both local residents and the surrounding rural and coastal communities. The city itself is low-key and largely residential, with a few … [Read more...]
What to See in Montevideo, Uruguay: Our 3-Day Itinerary
Montevideo is the capital and largest city of Uruguay, located along the northeastern bank of the Río de la Plata. It serves as the country’s political, cultural, and economic center, home to nearly half of Uruguay’s population. The city blends colonial architecture in its Ciudad Vieja (Old City) with beachside neighborhoods like Pocitos, known for their relaxed atmosphere. A … [Read more...]
What to Do in Porto Alegre, Brazil: Our 3-day Itinerary
Porto Alegre is the capital of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil’s southernmost state, and sits at the junction of five rivers, including the Guaíba, giving the city a broad waterfront. Known for its strong gaucho culture and European immigrant influences—particularly German and Italian—it’s a city where churrasco (Brazilian barbecue) and mate tea are as culturally embedded as samba is … [Read more...]
Florianópolis & Ilha de Santa Catarina: Our One-Week Itinerary
Florianópolis, the capital city of Santa Catarina state in southern Brazil, straddles the mainland and Santa Catarina Island, with over 40 beaches lining its Atlantic coastline. Often referred to locally as “Ilha da Magia” (Island of Magic), it blends urban life with natural surroundings—mountains, sand dunes, lagoons, and forested trails are all part of its geography. … [Read more...]
3 Days in São Paulo: Highlights of our Stay in Brazil’s Largest City
After a wild Carnival week in Rio de Janeiro, and before heading south to Santa Catarina, we figured we might as well make a pit stop in São Paulo. A lot of fellow travelers in Brazilian forums didn’t have kind words for the city and flat-out advised against it. But since it was right on our way, we thought, “Why not?” In the end, we stayed for three full days—and honestly, we … [Read more...]
We Stayed in Cracolândia: Inside Brazil’s Wildest Drug Market
After a thrilling Carnival week in Rio de Janeiro, we arrived in São Paulo on a night bus and took a taxi to our hotel. We had booked a stay at Hotel Piratininga. Something felt off about the place. Centrally located, somewhat upscale, with 24-hour reception, and a generous free breakfast, it was somehow cheaper than various shitholes on the outskirts. It sounded too good to be … [Read more...]
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