This week’s photo was taken from deep inside the Chandon Winery in Mendoza, Argentina during our Mendoza Bicycle Wine Tour. Read all about our Bicycle Wine Tour in Mendoza Argentina Check out more photos from Mendoza, Argentina GarethMy name is Gareth Leonard, a Marketing Director turned World Traveler with a passion for slow, meaningful … Continued
Yesterday we returned from Mendoza and Chile to a chaotic and joyous celebration. This past week the city of Buenos Aires has been the center of ceremonies for Argentina’s Bicentennial anniversary. 2010 marks 200 years since Argentina revolted against the Spanish to gain their independence. BA has been buzzing lately with concerts, parades and ceremonies … Continued
While in Mendoza, Dad and I ventured out on a Bicycle Wine Tour in Lujan (outside of Mendoza) for a day of wine tasting, cardio and chaos. This is how it went down… 9am – Caught a public bus at the bus stop near the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Mendoza. Although we had no guide … Continued
Stocking up the truck in Mendoza, Argentina as we look out to the foothills of the Andes Mountains in the distance. The drive up to our paragliding take-off spot was scary, but once we jumped off the side of the mountain, with our parachute above and Mendoza below, it was peaceful and beautiful. Read the … Continued
Jumping off a cliff at the base of the Andes Mountains is a bit risky. With that being said, It would’ve made me feel better if we hadn’t been picked up to do so in a beat-up, rusted-red, Chevy Neon. Maybe it was the broken windshield or the stalling at red lights but something doesn’t … Continued
The guy sitting next to me was about to blow chunks right before take off. He was a first time flyer and his two buddies across the aisle wouldn’t let it down. Don’t get me wrong, I love it when close friends fake dry-heving to get someone else to vomit but just not when the … Continued
Here are some tips I should share with you regarding my father’s arrival and first few days in Buenos Aires. 1. Check the Terminal: Dad arrived on Friday morning at Ezieza International Airport and it should have been a very easy pick-up. The only problem was that I didn’t realize there was more than one … Continued
As I tucked myself into bed last night with a good book and some warm milk, one of my favorite movies of all times came on the tele – Green Street Hooligans. I sat up to watch Elijah Wood transform into a Green Street Elite and it got me thinking about the football Hooligans here … Continued
It has been almost 90-days since my last out-of-country excursion to Punta del Esta, so that means it’s time for a Visa stamp run. It is perfect timing too because my dad is going to be here in less than a week. This is what I have been planning… May 14: Dad Arrives via Chicago May 15: … Continued
Lots of random events to talk about this week so I figure I’ll just throw ’em into one post. Monday I was invited by my friend and fellow bartender from Buller Pub, Mika, to the 10th Anniversary Party of Bar & Drinks Magazine at the Buenos Aires Golf Club in Palermo. As you see from the … Continued