Argentina
Beyond Iguazú Falls
Published on October 21, 2022Sure, the world-famous waterfall is the big attraction at Iguazú. But there’s lots more to do in northeast Argentina. Mission San Ignacio Miní Founded by Jesuit missionaries in 1610 and constructed by the local Guaraní people, the mission was the primary hub…
Read More8 Facts About Iguazú Falls
Published on September 19, 2022One of the triple crown of epic global waterfalls along with Victoria Falls in Africa and Niagara Falls in North America, Iguazú Falls lies along the border between Argentina and Brazil. But other than that, what do most of us really know…
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Discovering Recoleta
Published on July 7, 2022Make the Recoleta Grand Hotel your base for discovering the historic (and super trendy) Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires. Among Recoleta’s highlights are: El Ateneo Grand Splendid Named the “world’s most beautiful bookstore” by National Geographic, this historic building opened in 1919…
Read MoreHotel Spotlight: Panoramic Grand Iguazú
Published on June 6, 2022Located near one of South America’s greats natural wonders, the Panoramic Grand Hotel in northern Argentina lies within walking distance from shops and restaurants in Puerto Iguazú town, and only a 15-minute drive from world-famous Iguazú Falls. Guests relish its quiet location…
Read MoreHotel Spotlight: Iguazu Grand
Published on April 7, 2022From spacious Junior Suites to the imposing Diamond Collection, the 134 rooms of the Iguazu Grand in northern Argentina immerse you in the elegance of one of the prestigious hotels at Iguazú Falls. The exquisite resort is located in beautifully landscaped gardens…
Read MoreHotel Spotlight: Recoleta Grand Hotel
Published on March 14, 2022The Recoleta Grand is strategically located in the vibrant Recoleta neighborhood, the cultural and financial center of Buenos Aires. Ideal for a leisure or business stay, the hotel pulsates urban energy, boasting its own style, elegance and culture, while being close to many of the Argentine capital’s…
Read MoreRecoleta’s Culinary Oasis
Published on February 14, 2022A fusion of Argentine and global cuisine created by executive chef Luciano Grimaldi, Club 31 Bar & Resto at the Recoleta Grand Hotel offers an oasis of peace and quiet and incredible flavors in the heart of Buenos Aires. From sushi nights…
Read MoreFour Awesome Adventures at Iguazu
Published on November 13, 2021Get wet, stay dry, fly high — so many ways to discover South America’s legendary cascade. Guests at the Iguazu Grand or Panoramic Grand hotels on the Argentine side can arrange a guided stroll along the boardwalks that overlook the falls, a…
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Are You Ready to Tango?
Published on September 6, 2021Make the Recoleta Grand your base for a tango tour of Buenos Aires, the homegrown dance and music style that so defines that Argentine capital. The luxury hotel in the city’s posh Recoleta district is ready to tango when you can finally…
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Wine & Dine Argentine Style at the Iguazú Grand
Published on July 12, 2021The elegant Iguazú Grand Resort in northern Argentina offers more than the just world’s most spectacular waterfall. They’ve also got amazing food and drink events, some of them seasonable and others available through the years. “Sabor A Tango” offers fresh pasta, excellent…
Read MoreFour Surprising Facts About the Recoleta Grand in Buenos Aires
Published on May 20, 2021Think you know everything about the Recoleta Grand in Buenos Aires? Check out these surprising things that you probably didn’t know about the luxury hotel in the Argentine capital: There’s a Cool Rooftop Pool Take a dip, enjoy a sip, or have…
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South America Is Back! And Better Than Ever
Published on April 22, 2021As the world slowly but surely gets vaccinated, the international travel starts to open up again, Grand Hotels Lux is looking forward to welcoming guests back to its luxury urban, beach, and rainforest hotels in Argentina and Uruguay. From romantic Buenos Aires…
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Iguazú Falls — 5 Reasons Why These Falls are Epic
Published on September 9, 2020Voted one of the Seven Natural Wonders of South America, Iguazú Falls is one the bucket list of nearly every avid globetrotter. Poised along the Iguazú River on the border between Argentina and Brazil, the incredible cascades are the focus of two…
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A Day at the Beach — Andes Style
Published on September 7, 2020Before or after your passage through the Andes with Cruce Andino, spend a day (or two or three) taking in the sun, sand and (inland) sea of gorgeous Lake Nahuel Huapi in Argentina. Bariloche Tourism offers the lowdown on six awesome playas:…
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Reconnect with South American Nature
Published on August 6, 2020Looking for a great way to reconnect with nature? How about an adventurous journey across the Andes this autumn (which, of course, is spring in the southern hemisphere)? Cruce Andino is offering a 20% discount on passage through the drop-dead gorgeous Lake…
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Enhanced Covid-19 Safety Protocols
Published on July 30, 2020During these trying times, Grand Hotels Lux wants to give guests reassuring peace of mind by introducing enhanced Covid-19 protocols at its four luxury hotels in Argentina and Uruguay. Through training and the implementation of stricter health and hygiene procedures, Grand Hotels…
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Puerto Blest — Wilderness Retreat in the Argentine Andes
Published on June 24, 2020Cruce Andino offers the option of stopping over in Puerto Blest for one or more nights. The rustic resort is immersed in the dense vegetation of the Valdivian forest and surrounded by the imposing Andes and waterbodies like Lago Frías with its…
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Read all About It! 8 Great Places for Splendid Isolation (including Patagonia)
Published on June 8, 2020CNN Travel recently ran a feature story on eight great wilderness areas that inspire travelers with their splended isolation. And one of those eight is Patagonia, including a nod to our clients Cruce Andino and Fantástico Sur. Quotable quote: “The Patagonian region…
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Cruce Andino — More Than Just Lakes and Mountains
Published on June 4, 2020Cruce Andino was born with the intention of uniting two neighboring countries (Chile and Argentina) with a journey across South America’s mountainous spine. Over the years the trip has transformed into a ecological quest and outdoor adventure that shouldn’t be missed. Route…
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Discovering Recoleta
Published on February 27, 2020Located in the epicenter of Buenos Aire, the Recoleta Grand is a great choice for discovering the Argentine capital’s historic (and super trendy) Recoleta neighborhood. The hotel is also super convenient — just 20 minutes from the Jorge Newbery International Airport (where…
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