Lillian Martin traveled with us to Uruguay and Argentina, and left a piece of her heart behind in South America. From wineries and memorable meals in Salta, Argentina to the beaches and striking architecture of Montevideo, Uruguay, she got an opportunity to experience the very best of this fascinating region.
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Author: Lillian Martin
During one glorious week in 2014, I walked the length of one of the world’s largest waterfalls, found myself on a mountaintop in the Andes, hiked up a glacier and took a tango lesson. I’m talking about Argentina, of course: a vast place filled with natural wonders and a melange of cultures.
On that trip, I recalled drinking a deliciously crisp wine called Torrontés that was hard to find when I got back home. Some internet research revealed that I wasn’t alone in my adoration of Torrontés . Its sweet floral aromas with hints of white peach and lemon zest were a favorite among all who tasted it. It turns out Torrontés is grown in the Salta region in the northern part of Argentina. I was determined to visit!
Why I chose Enchanting Travels
I emailed Lisa Fox, one of Enchanting Travels’ South America experts. We had recently gone on a fabulous trip to Belize that she designed, and I couldn’t wait to see what she would come up with. After a quick email exchange, Lisa and I met on Zoom to begin planning. We enjoyed brainstorming, and, after some additional back and forth emails, we settled on a fantastic itinerary that included everything on my wishlist.
Over the years, I’ve traveled with other luxury travel agencies and have settled on using Enchanting Travels for all my big trips. What sets Enchanting Travels apart is the level of detail and customization that goes into your vacation. Enchanting Travels brilliantly manages to incorporate my desire to go “off the beaten path” with my husband’s need to be independent and wrap it up in a level of luxury we’ve come to enjoy – even if our travels take us to the middle of nowhere!
Our first stop: Montevideo, Uruguay
We began our trip in Montevideo, Uruguay which is across the bay from Buenos Aires. With its elegant capital, windswept beaches and enchanting beach towns, Uruguay is a hidden gem. I had always wanted to visit Montevideo because my grandparents fled Germany and got married on the steps of the old courthouse.
We stayed in a boutique hotel in the tony neighborhood of Positos, a…
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