Mendoza was one of the first places we added to our list of travel destinations when we found out we would be living in Santiago. The mid-sized Argentine city is driving distance from Santiago, and is well known as one of the world´s most important and interesting wine regions. In addition to a seemingly endless supply of incredible wineries, the region is also home to great food as well as an abundance of outdoor activities, from rafting to rappelling. Continue reading “Easter in Mendoza – Drinking wine and making friends”
Day Hike – Cerro Penitentes (Argentina)
Over Easter, we made our first trip across the border into Argentina (for tips on making the drive, head over here and for more info on our weekend in Mendoza, check out this post). The drive itself is beautiful, but I highly recommend taking the time to get out of the car and into the mountains. Continue reading “Day Hike – Cerro Penitentes (Argentina)”
Mendoza from Santiago – Getting There
Thinking about making the drive from Santiago to Mendoza? Read on for tips on crossing the border and making the most of the breathtaking drive over the Andes mountains. Continue reading “Mendoza from Santiago – Getting There”