Visiting Antarctica

Editor’s note: of all the places in the world, Antarctica is the one I’d most love to see, although the crossing as described by Hedy seems rough. I hope you enjoy this amazing look into a place so few have been. For more of Hedy’s writing, click here to visit her index page. This might…

Jewish in Buenos Aires

Yes, I am Jewish. While I am no longer overtly active in a religious sense, it is a huge part of my identity. So one of the things I made sure to make a part of my trip to Buenos Aires was to explore a bit of the Jewish community here. After all, Argentina has…

Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires

Another beautiful day in Buenos Aires, and another neighborhood to explore. More than most cities, Buenos Aires is a collection of unique neighborhoods, each with a completely different look and feel. Puerto Madero stands out for its ultra-modern appeal, new glass skyscrapers towering over the city’s old center. But there is more here to discover.…

Argentina: Land of Beef and Red Wine

In a country of good food, Argentina has a couple things that stand out above all others. This is the land of beef and red wine. And while neither are produced here in Buenos Aires, both can certainly be appreciated on a visit to the Argentine capital. More than that, both really must be experienced…

Palermo, Buenos Aires

This is easily my favorite neighborhood in Buenos Aires. Yes, Palermo, located in the north of the city, just west of the Recoleta district (click here to read about Recoleta) is less touristy, with only a couple sights that would attract the average traveler. It lacks much of the spectacular architecture that defines some of…