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When you think of penguins, whales and sea lions, you may not immediately think of Argentina. Yet Puerto Madryn, located on the East Coast of Argentina, is one of the best places in the world to observe these incredible animals. Puerto Madryn is the gateway to natural reserves such as Peninsula Valdes, Punta Tombo and Punta Ninfas. Discover everything you want to know about Puerto Madryn and surroundings in this travel guide, including the best things to do, tours, hotels, restaurants, best time to visit and how to get there.

Argentina is the 8th largest country in the world. A trip from the North all the way down to the South is almost 2,300 miles long. For years, I called Buenos Aires my home, and I made my way through this immense country several times. Its diversity left a big impression, and I absolutely fell in love. This fantastic country has so much to offer. In this article I’m sharing 9 places you cannot miss when traveling through Argentina.

Lima is the capital of Peru, with more than 10 million inhabitants. Like many South American cities, Lima is a city of contrasts. In this article I’ll show you, why you definitely should spend some time here. With these tips in your pocket, you will experience the city the best way!

Oswaldo Guayasamín (1919-1999) is one of Ecuador’s most important artists. The art of Oswaldo Guayasamín can be seen in all the major museums of modern art throughout Central and South America. During my first visit to Ecuador in 2001, I encountered the work of this famous Ecuadorian artist. I was impressed by the absurd shapes, his use of color, and especially the intense emotions on the faces of the figures he portrayed. In Quito, the capital of Ecuador, you can find his most important works in the Fundación Guayasamín. Read more about the life and work of Ecuadorian painter Oswaldo Guayasamín in this article.

La Paz has the largest cable car system in the world and nothing is more fun than using it! It’s a handy way of transportation if you’re going from A to B. And you will undoubtedly enjoy the amazing view! Find all information you need for exploring La Paz by cable car.

Just like in the rest of Bolivia you will find in La Paz countless shops, offering souvenirs. La Paz is also famous for its witch market. The city has some markets. And if you look a bit better, you will discover all kind of design stores. This is a list with my favorites places to shop and stroll around in La Paz.

Have you ever heard of a city called Potosí? A Bolivian city known for its mines and tragic history? It’s hard to imagine that this city once belonged to one of the richest and largest cities in South America, because of its flourishing mine industry. But today there is not much left. In this article I’m taking you to the almost exhausted mines of Potosí, a miners-market and the lord of the underground.

Potosí is the highest city in the world, located at an altitude of 4067m. A visit to this city should really not be missed! To dive into the history of this once bustling mining town. But also to explore the streets, markets, mines and to mingle with the locals. In this article I’m taking you on a journey to the highest city in the world: Potosí!