The Andes Mountain Range, the true backbone of South America, reaches its highest point, Mt. Aconcagua (23,000 ft) in this Argentine province of Mendoza. Mendoza is one of Argentina’s most charming of cities: wide avenues lined with trees, pretty plazas and some great shops, wine boutiques and restaurants - such as The Vines of Mendoza tasting room. If you enjoy drinking wine and learning about how it is made, then this is the place to head. The area is also a “mecca” for mountain climbing with its two big peaks in Argentina: Aconcagua and its eternal rival the imposing Mercedario, offering countless possibilities for riding, rafting, trekking and hiking at the foot or across the Andes. In addition you can indulge in thermal baths at hot springs and wine tasting in numerous wineries, which are fast becoming famous all over the world.
Mendoza is lovely to visit all year round, as seasons are mild and there is warm sunshine almost all the time.
Cavas Wine Lodge is a modern building and set in the heart of Mendoza wine country and just 20 minutes from downtown Mendoza. If luxurious space and privacy, utterly breathtaking views and fabulous architecture are your thing, then this stylish boutique hotel of 14 rooms is a must. More…
Club Tapiz is a refreshingly different boutique hotel with an Italian twist. The house (20 km from Mendoza), built at the end of the 19th century, is surrounded by enormous palm and pine trees, as well as neat little vineyards. With a small spa. jacuzzi, pool, one of the best wine tours and with just 7 light rooms, this is a great little place to stay. More…
