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No trip to South America is complete without a visit to Igaussu Falls. This is without a doubt the epitome of waterfalls! Niagara Falls and Victoria Falls pale in comparison. We were fortunate enough to stay at the Belmond Hotel Das Cataratas situated in the park with incredible views of Igaussu Falls. Our guide escorted us to both sides of the falls as the experience is quite different on the Argentinian and Brazilian sides.

We decided to take the boat ride which offers a first hand, up close trip even going under the falls. Be prepared to get wet no matter how protected you are. Many people dress in shorts and go barefoot for the pure pleasure of getting soaked.

Our ultimate excursion was a private helicopter ride which soared over the entire area encompassing Igaussu Falls and provided an overview of the falls.
Igaussu Falls is definitely one of the major wonders of this planet earth that we inhabit!

If you’re planning a trip to South America, Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital city, is a must stop. This city is known for Eva Peron, empanadas, steak and the tango, but has so much more to offer a traveler.

Buenos Aires, although a large city with many different neighborhoods is easy to navigate by subway, bus, taxi or Uber.

El Caminito is the most famous pedestrian street in the city and is the birthplace of the tango so many dancers may be spotted there.

At the Plaza de Mayo, which is Buenos Aires historic main square, you’ll be able to see the Casa Rosada ( Presidential Palace ), the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo( since 1977, mothers have marched weekly demanding answers for their children who disappeared during the dictatorship.

The Recoleta neighborhood is full of shops, boutiques and restaurants. It’s well worth an afternoon of exploration. And if you have the time, try to venture outside the city to a gaucho ranch. Their exhibition and a tango show will provide you with memories to last a lifetime.