“What’s new, Buenos Aires?!?”… this Madonna song has been on repeat in my head since I touched down in Argentina. I’m so excited to finally experience this vibrant capital, known for it’s cultural blend of European glamour and Latin American passion. With wide tree-lined boulevards, cobblestone streets dotted with cafes and impressive architecture that combines old world …
Founded in 1927 as a frontier town and named after a tasty, indigenous berry that if eaten is believed to guarantee your return to Patagonia, El Calafate has become the hub for Argentina’s southern Patagonian region. Set on the southern shore of Argentino Lake, this ever-growing boomtown enjoys a microclimate much milder than the rest …
El Chaltén is the trekking capital of Argentina. Nestled in the heart of Los Glaciares National Park near the border of Chile, the country’s youngest town was founded in 1985 in an attempt to beat its neighbor to the land claim. Originally just a handful of shacks and lodges attracting rock climbers looking to attempt …
Tango is the dance of Buenos Aires and quite possibly the city’s greatest contribution to the outside world. Intimate and seductive, this partner dance originated in the lower class areas of the city during the 18th century and has shaped Argentinean culture and society. As a dancer, I knew I couldn’t come to BA and not …