Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil Crossing the bordering into Brazil and visiting the Iguaçu Falls. To get to the Iguacu Falls, I went through the border at Ciudad del Este. Border Crossing at Ciudad del Este, Paraguay to Brazil Having just gone through immigration, I had to … Continue reading Iguaçu Falls
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil A morning in Ciudad del Este to see the Itaipu Dam before heading to the border for Brazil! Flying from Santa Cruz, there is a brief layover in Asuncion, the capital of Paraguay, before arriving in Ciudad del Este. During the transfer … Continue reading Ciudad Del Este and the Itaipu Dam
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil A tour of Santa Cruz de la Sierra with visits to Plaza 24 de Septiembre and Guembe Biocenter. Santa Cruz de la Sierra The second largest city and one of the most important for business in Bolivia started as a small settlement … Continue reading Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil A review of Mi Pueblo “Samary” Hotel Boutique in Sucre, Bolivia. Highlights Historic colonial property with modern renovations yet of original charm. Located right in the center of Sucre. Restaurants with traditional food tasting options. Refreshingly helpful and friendly staff. Experience Mi … Continue reading Experience: Mi Pueblo Samary
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil A review of The Aubrey in Santiago, Chile. Highlights Artsy modern design and decoration. Beautiful property with terraces and an outdoor heating pool. Peaceful and private grounds with sights and sounds of local (and not so local) wildlife. Great in-house bar and … Continue reading Experience: The Aubrey, Santiago
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil A tour of Santiago in a day, exploring the main sights including Cerro San Cristóbal, La Chascona, Plaza de Armas, Catedral Metropolitana de Santiago, and Museo Bellas Artes and briefly checking out the nightlife. The capital of Chile has been Santiago since … Continue reading Santiago in a Day
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil A review of Finca Adalgisa for an overnight stay during a tour of Mendoza, Argentina. Highlights Elegant winery and vineyard with integrated hotel. Amazing personalized and accommodating service. Excellent restaurant with wine pairing and cooking classes. Tours and organized activities are fun … Continue reading Experience: Finca Adalgisa Mendoza
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil A review of Hotel Club Francés in Buenos Aires, Argentina for a two night stay. Highlights Historic building with antique accents. Excellent personalized service. Luxurious and spacious rooms. Centrally located in the Recoleta neighborhood. Experience Traveling with a friend to Buenos Aires, … Continue reading Experience: Hotel Club Frances
Tornado Tour of South America – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil Touring the top sights of Buenos Aires in two days including visits to La Recoleta Cemetery, Floralis Generica, Teatro Colón, Plaza de Mayo, Puerto Madero, San Telmo, and La Boca. Sampling the nightlife and restaurants of the city as well. The capital … Continue reading Buenos Aires in Two Days
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria A review of Hilton Alger on a stay during a tour of Algeria. Highlights Peaceful beachside location. Great service, concierge and reception. Complementary airport shuttle. Outdoor pool and tennis court. Experience Ranked #2 (trip advisor) in the five star luxury hotel category for Algiers, I … Continue reading Experience: Hilton Alger