because life's too short
because life's too short
Ever dreamed of being a cowboy – or a gaucho, the South American equivalent? We lived the life for a few days in the pretty hills of northern Uruguay and found a warm welcome down at the ranch.
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Cabo Polonio enjoys almost mythical status amongst Uruguayan seaside resorts for its off-the-grid lifestyle and inaccessibility. Things aren’t as backward as they used to be, but enough of the old fishing village still exists to make it a very nice place indeed to spend some time.
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From Montevideo, the Eastern coast of Uruguay unfolds in an endless succession of scenic beaches and a wide variety of seaside towns. From the artistic delights of Punta Ballena to the sleepy resort of La Paloma, there is much to explore.
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A capital city on a small scale, Montevideo enjoys a great beach side location, an interesting historical district and a relaxed pace of life – you might stay longer than you ever intended!
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Well off the beaten track, western Uruguay has some great attractions. The ancient city of Colonia and the industrial architecture of the Frey Bentos meat packing factory are both UNESCO sites. There are a variety of hot springs resorts and the pleasant undulating country is green and peaceful.
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Cheap flights now allow easy access to the magnificent Iguazu Falls in Argentina. We combined them with a loop south along the Parana River to visit the Jesuit missions of Argentina and Paraguay, returning through Brazil to see the other side of the falls.
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There is no denying the beauty of Patagonia but a recent visit left me with mixed feelings.
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The Valdes Peninsula lies on the Atlantic coast of Argentina and is home to large breeding numbers of Southern Right whales and Magellanic penguins, as well as more permanent resident wildlife. A UNESCO site with easy access, it offers the best marine wildlife viewing in the country.
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There are very many beautiful areas of Patagonia and a car allows you to explore at leisure and stop where you like. The following are some of our favorite drives from a recent 3 month trip to Chile and Argentina.
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As scenic as Torres del Paine in Chile? Tick! More accessible? Tick! Cool town? Tick! With stunning scenery and the perfect 2 day circuit suitable for even inexperienced walkers, the Fitzroy massif in Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina, is a rewarding destination.
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