Tales from our travels

Read stories that inform and inspire, shaped by travel notes our team collected on the road.

Dramatic jagged peaks rise beyond a blue lake under scattered clouds, with sunlit grass in the foreground.
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Patagonia travel tips: Chile vs Argentina side-by-side comparison

When time is finite or travelers have specific interests, calling on just one side of Patagonia might be the practical choice.

18 minutes

A turquoise lake winds through golden grasslands toward jagged, snowcapped peaks beneath a darkening sky.
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The best time to visit Patagonia: A complete month-by-month guide

Our expert guide to finding the best month for your Patagonia adventure.

12 minutes

The Obelisk and broad lanes of 9 de Julio Avenue cut through central Buenos Aires beneath a clear morning sky.
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Buenos Aires, Argentina Travel Guide

Explore the wonders of Buenos Aires, Argentina with a travel guide highlighting museums, restaurants, and more.

8 minutes

Jagged peaks rise above a Patagonian valley and lake near El Chalten, with rocky slopes cutting into the sky.
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The best things to do in Argentina

Learn about the best things to in Argentina: Iguazu Falls, Buenos Aires' tango, Mendoza's wine, and Ushuaia's end-of-the-world allure.

13 minutes

A yellow helicopter flies above deep green valleys and braided rivers near Rio Palena Lodge in Chilean Patagonia.
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The best luxury hotels and lodges in Patagonia

From windswept steppes to a coastal island escape, Patagonia's best luxury lodges are as diverse as the landscapes they inhabit.

11 minutes

A guide laughs, as he poses for a portrait as warm sunrise light fills the scene
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Travel for good: Inspiring stories from our partners

From helping safari guides buy their own vehicles in Tanzania to hospitality training in Argentina, here’s how our partners give back to their communities.

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A rider on horseback crossing open grassland near the estancia at Estancia Los Potreros in Cordoba, Argentina.
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The best places to visit in Argentina

From lively Buenos Aires to Ushuaia's end-of-the-world allure, these are the best places to visit in Argentina.

8 minutes

Birds flying in Torres del Paine, Patagonia
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7 reasons to visit southern Patagonia

Discover why southern Patagonia’s stunning landscapes and active adventures might be perfect for your next dream vacation.

9 minutes

Olive branches frame a vineyard landscape in Mendoza, Argentina, with neat rows extending toward distant hills.
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Our complete guide to Mendoza, Argentina

Less than a two-hour flight from Buenos Aires, a visit to Mendoza transports you into the heart of Argentine wine country.

8 minutes

Two guests stand on a covered deck at a safari camp, looking over forested hills beneath cool, cloudy skies.
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Our favorite family vacations in South America

An expert guide to traveling South America with kids, from the Sacred Valley to the Galápagos to Patagonia.

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A rainforest lodge lounge framed by floor-to-ceiling windows at Mashpi Lodge, set in Ecuador's cloud forest.
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Design dreams: The best hotels for architecture in South America

From renovated Peruvian monasteries and Patagonian frontier homes to modernist vineyard resorts and an Ecuadorian cloud forest retreat, here are eight of South America’s most architecturally stunning properties.

7 minutes

Cusco rooftops and cathedral towers rise beneath layered mountains in Peru, with tiled buildings filling the foreground.
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12 of the most beautiful places to visit in South America

From Cartagena to Torres del Paine, these are the most beautiful places to visit in South America as curated by Extraordinary Journeys destination experts.

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A green dome camp beneath snowy peaks and autumn brush at EcoCamp Patagonia, set in Chile's Torres del Paine.
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The best places to go glamping in South America

From canvas tents to geodesic domes, glamping is an exciting way to experience South America’s divine landscapes.

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