argentina

Stretching from the Tropic of Capricorn to the tip of Antarctica, Argentina is home to a staggering diversity of terrains. It encompasses the lion’s share of the wild and sparsely populated expanses of Patagonia, the rest of which belongs to Chile. These two countries also share Tierra del Fuego, an archipelago at South America’s southernmost tip whose main island, Isla Grande, is home to the Argentine resort town of Ushuaia. Sometimes called “the End of the World,” Ushuaia is a gateway to the region and most notably, Antarctica.

Indulge in Buenos Aires’ culinary scene, ensuring to try Argentinian empanadas and steak, and exploring the bustling city markets such as the Mercado de San Telmo. Wine lovers cannot miss the city of Mendoza, the heart of Argentina's wine country, famed for Malbecs and other red wines. Visit the many local bodegas (wineries) for tastings and tours and marvel at Mendoza’s leafy streets lined with modern and art deco buildings. Argentina is a huge country— the eighth largest in the world —so bear in mind the long distances between key destinations. You’ll be hard pressed to narrow down an itinerary with all of the options Argentina has to offer.