Culture & Lifestyle
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January 20 2014Street Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
The street carnival in Rio de Janeiro dates back to the mid 19th century, originating from the traditional festivities in Europe, but acquiring a tropical, Brazilian twist. Groups of people, some organized some not, would join in the street during...
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January 6 2014
Get Ready for Rio de Janeiro Carnival 2014!
This year, Rio de Janeiro Carnival will take place between February 28th and March 4th, with the Champion’s parade at the Sambadrome being held on Saturday March 8th. Make sure you’re fully prepared for the festivities with our guide to...
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December 5 2013
Best Christmas Parties in Buenos Aires
Are you going to be in Buenos Aires for the festive season? Not sure where to spend Christmas? You're in luck! We've made a list of the best parties for each type of traveller. Whether you're coming by yourself, with...
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November 29 2013
Life Is Sweeter With Dulce de Leche: An Argentine delicacy
When traveling to a foreign country it's important to experience the culture and visit all the major sites. If you are traveling to Argentina then you have probably already heard about the beautiful landscape; the vast variety of cultural events and tango in Buenos...
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November 18 2013
4 Cultural Facts About Rio de Janeiro
Prior to visiting any city, it’s always important to brush up on your cultural knowledge in order to truly prepare yourself and avoid appearing ignorant. Many people think the capital of Brazil is Rio de Janeiro, but it is actually...
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November 18 2013
Buenos Aires International Jazz Festival
Buenos Aires is not just tango and football. The options for tours and activities in Buenos Aires go far beyond these two "icons" of Buenos Aires culture. Buenos Aires is a multicultural capital where festivals and events take place every...
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November 18 2013
New Year’s Eve in Argentina: 5 Magical Places to Celebrate
New Year’s Eve in Argentina doesn't have to involve drinking copious amounts of champagne, standing on crowded streets watching fireworks and partying all throughout the night. For those who prefer to escape the madness and enjoy a more relaxing though...
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November 11 2013
Christmas in Rio de Janeiro: Celebrate Like a Carioca
Christmas traditions in Rio de Janeiro are fairly similar to those in other countries, with food, family, gifts and religion being at the heart of this special day. However, if you’re looking to spend Christmas in Rio de Janeiro this...
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November 11 2013
Polo in Argentina: The Argentine Polo Open Experience
Polo has been around for thousands of years and continues to increase in popularity, with Argentina being the leading nation of the sport. Polo in Argentina has become one of the country’s main tourist attractions for visitors from across the...
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November 5 2013
Gauchos in Argentina: Cowboys of the Pampas
The gaucho, or Argentine cowboy, is one of the most renowned cultural icons in Argentina, for it represents the Argentinian ideals of freedom and independence and is a symbol of national tradition. Although gauchos in Argentina occupy various different parts...
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November 5 2013
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Rio de Janeiro
New Year's Eve in Rio de Janeiro is the most renowned in the whole world, as well as being one of the most important celebrations for the city’s residents, second only to Rio Carnival. For this reason, New Year’s Eve, or Réveillon...
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October 8 2013
Rio Wine and Food Festival
This week sees the Rio Wine and Food festival take place at numerous locations across the city, from the halls of the Copacabana Palace to the pubs in Lapa, with everything from French cuisine to pizza, through to Brazilian feijoada and pub...
