Where breathtaking scenery meets “maybe keep your phone on a lanyard.” First Impressions: A Beautiful City with Edgy Energy Like Buenos Aires, Rio is massive —but unlike BA, Rio definitely requires a bit more awareness. We encountered plenty of homeless and visibly intoxicated people, and the vibe was noticeably edgier. On our first night, unaware that a massive Pride parade had just wrapped, we headed straight for Copacabana. Cue: packed beach, loads of man-thongs, heavy po

Because one country’s waterfall wasn’t enough. Checking In: Sleeping Inside a National Park If your budget allows, Gran Meliá Iguazú is the jackpot — it's the only hotel located inside the national park, meaning the falls are practically your backyard. The moment we stepped into the lobby and saw the waterfalls cascading beyond the windows, we briefly reconsidered every past hotel we’ve ever booked. Note: Make sure that you purchase park tickets, you do need to pay for thos

When we booked a week in Buenos Aires, we pictured leafy boulevards, elegant cafés, and maybe—even if we didn’t say it out loud—a little Evita balcony moment. What we got was all that plus a few unexpected adventures involving rogue horses, 10pm dinner culture, and the great Uber waiting game. First Impressions: The City of Beautiful Chaos Buenos Aires is massive—but surprisingly green, clean, and welcoming. Despite its size, we felt incredibly safe the entire week. Prices? L

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