Budva, Montenegro

Budva is a town on the Adriatic Sea belonging to the Budva Riviera in Montenegro. It is very popular for its beautiful beaches and even for its nightlife. The old medieval town, one of the oldest cities on the Adriatic Sea, is surrounded by walls and its architecture, in general, has many Venetian influences: doors, windows, balconies. Its streets are narrow and there are several small squares and three main churches, the oldest of which dates from the 7th century BC. The walls of the city date from the fifteenth century. To visit: the citadel, the church of St. Ivan, the Church of the Holy Trinity, the Benedictine monastery of St. Mary of Punta, the Little Mermaid, the marina and the promenade. You can also visit the island of Sveti Stefan where the luxury hotel Aman Sveti Stefan is located. The beach of Budva is usually full of tourists but you also have the Mogren 2 beach which is accessible by a narrow path.

Tips

If you want to enjoy a beautiful sandy beach, visit Becici beach which is just a few minutes away from the city. There is also a yacht club where you can rent pedal boats. Other activities are possible such as jet ski or banana boat.
If you like casinos, visit the one on the top floor of the Splendid Hotel. You will also have a beautiful view of the city thanks to its glass installations.
If you go with children, you have the Aqua Park Mediteran that will delight the whole family.
For epicureans, you can enjoy beautiful typical plates with good beer or locally produced wines.
 

Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay

Colonia del Sacramento is the oldest city in Uruguay, founded in 1680 by the Portuguese, after disputed and occupied by the Spaniards who lived in Buenos Aires, it keeps the mixture in its constructions of two occupants. It is located in front of Buenos Aires on the bank of the River Plate. The historical part of the town invites us to a journey through time, with streets paved, its houses with one modest and colorful floor, typical lighting, its lighthouse, its ruins, classic old cars, beach, its artisans and restaurants serving traditional dishes of the River Plate. Its inhabitants are very friendly and they highly value the passage of tourists worldwide.

Tips

To get an excellent view of the city, go to the lighthouse (nineteenth century). You can also visit the ruins of the Convent of St. Francis near the lighthouse. The most beautiful street is the Sighs Street near the Major Square with its colorful houses with wooden roofs covered with tile. Colonia is the place to buy your travel souvenirs as many craftsmen live there. If you want to have a relax holiday, Colonia is a good choice. It is a city to rest, walk, take beautiful photos as if you are in a time scenario.

Villa Cura Brochero, Córdoba, Argentina

Villa Cura Brochero is a city in the province of Córdoba, Argentina, located 150 km southwest of the provincial capital Córdoba. The city lies along the Panaholma River in the Traslasierra Valley, between the Achala and Pocho Mountains at 909 meters above sea level. Tourists choose this place for the beauty of its mountains, the beaches on the river and its particular microclimate. Its original name was Villa del Transito but as a tribute to the priest (‘cura’ in Spanish) José Gabriel Brochero (recognized saint for the Catholic Church), it changed its name. You can visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Transit and Saint Cura Brochero and the Brocheriano Museum which keeps several sacred items even as items that have been part of the life of the priest.

Tips

Take the opportunity to visit Mina Clavero, another beautiful town separated from Villa Cura Brochero only by the Panaholma River.

If you like to try local products, there is a drink called Fernet that is handcrafted in the city. It is a kind of digestive made with natural herbs, quite bitter.

You will find a good hotel structure in the region but note that there are also several campsites.

If you like to walk, you will like to do it all along the river or in the middle of nature, it is an ideal place for that.