Top Five Rural Retreats in Latin America
Rugged mountain ranges, undulating grasslands, sultry tropical lowlands, crisp alpine forests: with so much beautiful countryside to choose from, where better than Latin America to escape to a rural retreat?
Rugged mountain ranges, undulating grasslands, sultry tropical lowlands, crisp alpine forests: with so much beautiful countryside to choose from, where better than Latin America to escape to a rural retreat?
Over the past decade, Latin American food has attracted more and more attention on the international scene. Whether it be the avant-garde Michelin-starred fare of Lima and Mexico City, or homely family favourites – this part of the world is a heaven for foodies.
For our luxury hotel of the month for January we chose the stunning Casa de Uco in the heart of Argentine wine country near the city of Mendoza. Nestled amongst its own 320-hectare estate of vines, this classy small-scale hotel offers an exclusive and scenic retreat.
Director Simon recently jetted off to Argentina and flew courtesy of British Airways in their Business Class service. Here is what he thought about the journey...
Director Simon was invited to stay at the Hotel Puerto Valle in the Ibera Wetlands on a trip to Argentina. Here is his account of his stay at this traditional eco-retreat - the top luxury hotel in the region.
Fully-booked hotels can be frustrating. Humboldt specialist Clara sheds some light on those special, in-demand destinations that we recommend booking as early as you can!
Humboldt specialist Ellie explores the highlights of a stay in and around the city of Mendoza, the most well-known and picturesque of the Argentine wine-regions – the perfect addition to a luxury holiday to Argentina.
Surrounded by 4,000 hectares of private land, the EOLO estancia simply must be one of the most spectacularly located hotels on the planet.
Director Simon recently paid a visit to southern Patagonia in Argentina and was lucky enough to be invited for a couple of nights to stay at the remote Estancia Cristina, close to El Calafate. Read on to find out more about this exclusive experience.
Brand new and freshly opened in February 2018, the beautiful Awasi Iguazu boasts just 14 private villas spaced throughout the surrounding Atlantic rainforest. Each has been designed to perfection, with light and airy interiors alongside modern touches. Awasi has an outstanding reputation for providing first class service, and with a private guide and vehicle at the disposal of each villa...
As part of the Leading Hotels of the World group, guests can expect superior service and style throughout the hotel. The rooms offer chic and elegant design and boast stunning panoramic views over the bay or mountains and valley. The restaurant offers typical Argentinean cuisine with local flavours along with international dishes, all served up with beautiful views.
As far as self-drive holidays go, there are few places in the world that lend themselves to this exciting method of travel as well as Patagonia does. Both the Argentine and Chilean side of this vast region are perfect to explore by car and both are very easy to navigate. The dramatic sweeping landscapes, unique culture and extraordinary wildlife make this region perfect for an adventurous trip.
Latin America has some of the most unique wildlife on the planet. From whales in Brazil to pumas in Patagonia, this diverse continent has it all...
Contemporary design meets traditional comfort in this superbly located luxury hotel in the heart of Buenos Aires, Argentina
The wilderness of Patagonia is a treasure trove of hiking trails for those who venture to this far flung corner of the globe, and with a new direct flight now being operated by British Airways from London to Santiago, this end of the world destination is more accessible than ever... Battling the biting [...]
Buenos Aires is a city of contrasts, noisy bustling streets abut elegant, refined neighbourhoods. A mix of cultural influences from French and Italian to the original Spanish conquerors contributes to a vibrant and fascinating city. It is a brilliant place to spend a few days on a trip to Argentina and for luxury holidays it [...]
The estancia is synonymous with Argentina. The charm and appeal of the traditional way of life on an estancia and the gauchos that work there continue to be a huge draw for many people on a luxury holiday in Latin America. Most countries in this part of the world have their own version but the [...]