Argentina and Uruguay: Best of

Founded in 1536 by the Spaniard Pedro de Mendoza, for a century and a half Buenos Aires was cut off from the main routes of South America, only gaining importance in the 18th century. As the capital of the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata, Buenos Aires saw a large influx of European immigrants in the 19th and 20th centuries. With its wide tree-lined avenues, impressive buildings, and cosmopolitan atmosphere, Buenos Aires is considered one of the most beautiful cities in South America. The Argentine capital has a more European than South American atmosphere and is characterized by lively streets, luxurious boulevards, old-style cafes, and classy restaurants. Buenos Aires is rich in history, culture, and must-see attractions, starting with its colorful neighborhoods and the historic city center, which is the nerve center of the city's relationship with politics.

Ushuaia, the capital of the Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica, and South Atlantic Islands, is the southernmost city in the world. It overlooks the Beagle Channel and is surrounded by mountains, glaciers, and forests, offering a unique landscape. The word Ushuaia comes from the Yaghan language, the ancient indigenous people of the area, with the terms ush (bottom) and waia (bay), and has been translated as "Bay at the End of the World.".

El Calafate is one of the main tourist destinations in Patagonia: located south of Lake Argentino, it is a privileged gateway for those who intend to visit the Los Glaciares National Park, the second largest in Argentina and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1981. The origins of El Calafate date back to the beginning of the last century when the city was built as a meeting point for timber traders. A great boost to its development, not only in terms of tourism, came in 1937 with the creation of the Perito Moreno National Park. From the town, you can reach the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most visited and photographed in the world, as well as Cerro Chaltén and Cerro Torre, perfect peaks for trekking enthusiasts or mountaineering lovers.

Colonia is a charming and lively city that was originally founded by Portuguese settlers from Brazil in 1680. The historic city centre has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the past, the city was used as a smuggling base, but today its pretty colonial centre with narrow streets and beautiful architecture make it a fascinating and interesting place to explore. The small old town is home to nine small museums, which can be visited for a single entrance fee, and many high-quality restaurants.

La capitale e la casa di quasi la metà della popolazione dell'Uruguay, Montevideo è una città vibrante, eclettica e con una ricca diversità culturale. La città si estende per 20 km lungo il Rio de la Plata, vantando una costa di spiagge fluviali incontaminate conosciute localmente come La Rambla. Il suo quartiere storico, compreso il Mercado del Puerto (Mercato del Porto) con le sue parrillas (griglie massive), edifici in stile art deco e neoclassico, ricordano l'atmosfera di L'Avana, a Cuba. La musica, il teatro e le arti sono vive e includono il Tango, le Murgas (spettacoli teatrali con commedia e musica) e il Candombe (lo stile popolare di tamburi e danze africane/uruguaiane) del Carnevale locale!.

José Ignacio è un affascinante villaggio di pescatori situato sulla costa dell'Uruguay, noto per essere una destinazione di lusso e uno dei luoghi più esclusivi del paese. Con le sue spiagge spettacolari e tranquille, José Ignacio è un paradiso per chi cerca una fuga rilassante e lontana dal caos della città. Il villaggio conserva ancora il suo fascino rustico e offre un'atmosfera raffinata e sofisticata.