Posted on October 24, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Argentina, Uncategorized

This is a sponsored post written by experts over at exsus.com. From the magnificent Andes and Iguassu Falls to the lakes and glaciers of Patagonia in the far South, Argentina really does have it all. But recently it’s the less-visited North Western region that’s got us excited, inspired and dying to share the …
Posted on October 15, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Recommendations

Now that we’re quickly approaching the end of the year, winter is slowly creeping in on us. For those who can’t bear the thought of short daylight hours and the bitter cold, it’s time to plan your travels to exotic, far-flung regions. But that doesn’t necessarily mean tropical islands and …
Posted on May 10, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Australia, New Zealand, Short Getaways, Spain

Imagine cruising along the coastal highway and getting to your destination just in time for sunset – driving tours often give travelers the kind of freedom and flexibility that you can’t get while backpacking. They allow you to explore at your own leisurely pace, in the comfort of your own vehicle. There are …
Posted on April 6, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, New Zealand, North-America, Recommendations, South America, Tanzania

To journey beyond travel, add a tinge of adventure and the voyage becomes an incredible one. We’re no experts at trekking but from our past experiences journeying through Australia and South America, we found ourselves delving deep into the back country and thoroughly enjoying it. Whether you are ice-climbing in …
Posted on March 23, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Argentina, Your Wildest Adventure

‘Your Wildest Adventure’ is a series featuring the most thrilling experiences from travel writers jaunting around the world. This week’s edition is an amazing story told by the brilliant medical/travel writer Abigail King who blogs over at Inside the Travel Lab. It’s easy to get hooked to her fascinating tales and articulate writing. …
Posted on February 25, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Asia, China, Culture, Europe, Languages, Peru, South America, Spain, Vietnam

There are so many ways to travel. Whether you’re on a culinary tour around Italy, or ice-climbing in Patagonia, different travelers have their own style of travelling. A cultural immersion often allows you to delve deeper into the soul of a country than a weekend holidaymaker usually would. Instead of standard sight-seeing, visitors …
Posted on February 23, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Ecuador, North-America, Recommendations, South America, Tanzania, Uncategorized, Vietnam

Massive volcanic craters, acres of raw jungle and stretch of deserted sand dunes: the work of Mother Earth is beyond our imagination. Thanks to these natural wonders, our Earth has been blessed with gorgeous landscapes and undulating backdrops. Without environmental protection, they might be gone faster than we expect. To pay tribute to …
Posted on October 21, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, Recommendations, South America, Travel Tips

Almost four months have passed since we started traversing the roads of South America, starting from Buenos Aires, Argentina all the way to Quito, Ecuador. In that short period of time, we went whitewater rafting, came face-to-face with modern day dinosaurs, raced up Macchu Picchu and almost froze to death in the Uyuni …
Posted on September 11, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Central America, Recommendations, South America, Travel Tips, Travel Writing

As I make my way through Latin America, I’ve stumbled upon the works of many brilliant travel bloggers based in the region (and even met a few), who have provided an interesting gringo perspective of this amazingly diverse and characteristic part of the world. Here are some to share: South America …
Posted on July 6, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Argentina, Food

Oh boy do we love to eat! The gastronomic capital of South America is blessed with thick culinary heritage especially from its ancestry Italian and Spanish roots. Famous for the best barbequed meat (parrilla), Argentina is paradise especially for the meat lovers. From sophisticatede fine dining to simple snacks, food here comes at a good [...]
Posted on July 4, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Argentina, Culture, Food, Recommendations

Nestled by the pre-Andean Sierras (mountain range), the immeasurable beauty of the landscape and quaint little villages make Northern Argentina my favorite part of the country. Heading further north from the colonial city of Salta, we found ourselves entering a different world – from modern cities to wild nature and cobblestoned towns lined with bright [...]
Posted on June 25, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Argentina, Food, Recommendations, Romantic escapades, Short Getaways

Riding through the wilderness, rolling hills and streams of Unquillo, we had an amazing time soaking in the stunning views of the Sierras Chicas (mountain chain) and feeling our way through the quaint pueblos (villages) scattered around the countryside. Unquillo lies on the outskirts of the Córdoba city. The city of Córdoba …
Posted on June 22, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Argentina, Recommendations, Romantic escapades, Spiritual Travel

Bordering the frontier between Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazu Falls are one of the most majestic natural wonders of the world. Witnessing the Iguazu Falls with our own eyes, I was struck by its raw and genuine beauty. Standing on one of the look-out points, you could feel as though you’re …