Gelado!

Mendoza: The Land of Vino Tinto and Aceituna (red wine and olives)

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May 20th 2009
Our journey continues West from Buenos Aires to the city of Mendoza. We traveled there overnight like Kings and Queens of old in the royal suite class. Better than first class on a plane! The bus seats recline fully, hot and cold meals are served and blankets are provided. Be warned, the bus gets very cold so bring an extra layer or two. ($228 (pesos)) The other two classes are ca ... read more

South America » Argentina » Mendoza » Mendoza

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Following independence from Spain in 1816, Argentina experienced periods of internal political conflict between conservatives and liberals and between civilian and military factions. After World War II, a long period of Peronist authoritarian rule an... ... read more