After a spectacular scenic drive through the Andes from Santiago to Mendoza I approached a dirt track. Veering off the highway I drove past expansive vineyards and followed a small creek lined by willow trees. A scene reminiscent of a backdrop from the childhood classic, The Wind in the Willows. Several minutes later I arrived at the majestic entrance to a property, just over 3 years old, named Cavas Wine Lodge.
The main building of the property is home to the onsite restaurant serving exquisite, organically grown produce. One thing that had caught my attention at the restaurant and during my stay was the friendliness of the staff. Each member of staff ensured that every guest was treated like they were the only guest. Nothing was too much of a task and guests every needs were met. Including those of a gentleman requiring a single bottle of beer be delivered to his room. Now with promptness and a silver platter – that’s what I call service!
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Stonewatch in Brazil´s Amapa state
Archaeology Magazine has just named an intriguing, prehistoric site in northern Brazil’s Amapa state one of the world’s top ten discoveries in 2006. For its striking similarity with the world famous landmark in Great Britain the remote, jungle forest hilltop site has been labeled an “Amazon Stonehenge” Read more>>>
Is Latin America Safe?
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