Ziplining In Argentina – A Canopy Tour Over Potrerillos Dam, Mendoza

Ziplining over Lake Potrerillos in Argentina

Find out all about ziplining in Argentina, at Potrerillos Dam close to Mendoza.

As I was handed a large blue hard hat, I knew straight away it wouldn’t fit. “I have a weirdly small head,” I said. They handed me another, and again it wobbled around. “Hmmmm…” I blushed. “Do you have any for children?”

Helmet on and mild humiliation almost over, I fixed the GoPro to my head, clambered into my harness, and waddled over to the first high line. I was about to go ziplining in one of the most beautiful places on the planet.

Afternoon view over Lake Potrerillos in Argentina
Afternoon view over Lake Potrerillos in Argentina

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REVIEW: The Singular Hotel, Santiago, Chile

Lounge and Bar Area at The Singular Hotel, Santiago

Stylish décor, a rooftop swimming pool and one of the best meals I’ve eaten in a while. Welcome to 5 star luxury courtesy of The Singular Hotel, Santiago.

Arriving at The Singular Hotel is a bit like going to visit one of your oldest friends. They welcome you with open arms, ask how your journey was, and leave you to relax on a comfy sofa while they fetch you drinks and treats. It sounds strange to say it, but I felt like I’d been here before.

Courtyard Restaurant Area at The Singular Hotel, Santiago
Courtyard Restaurant Area at The Singular Hotel, Santiago
Lounge and Bar Area at The Singular Hotel, Santiago
Lounge and Bar Area at The Singular Hotel, Santiago

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REVIEW: Obicà Restaurant, St Paul’s, London

Fresh mozzerella and flatbreads at Obicà Restaurant, St Paul's, London

From delicious burrata to tasty pizzas, Obica Restaurant is one of the best restaurants in St Paul’s. Find out more in this detailed review.

Forget tapas bars. Forget sushi bars. Right now, it’s all about the mozzarella bar. And I seem to have found a good one right in the heart of London.

Mini boccocini balls, smoked mozzarella, burrata, and an enormous braid of mozzarella arrived at the table. It was an overwhelming quantity of cheese… but I couldn’t wait to dive in.

Fresh mozzerella and flatbreads at Obicà Restaurant, St Paul's, London
Fresh mozzerella and flatbreads at Obicà Restaurant, St Paul’s, London

With 23 restaurants across the globe (from Japan to the USA), Obicà’s cheesy empire is growing fast. Just a few weeks ago they opened their latest London restaurant, in the heart of the city by St Paul’s.

It’s a smart place – contemporary, elegant, but surprisingly – it’s not expensive. It’s a great place for a date, dinner with friends or a casual lunch.

Happy diners at Obicà Restaurant, St Paul's, London
Happy diners at Obicà Restaurant, St Paul’s, London

Wine racks at Obicà Restaurant, St Paul's, London
Wine racks at Obicà Restaurant, St Paul’s, London

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Best Places To Go Wine Tasting In The Colchagua Valley: Lapostolle

Picking grapes at Lapostolle

Architecture and wine – a marriage made in heaven at Lapostolle in the Colchagua Valley.

After our adventurous journey to Viña Montes (which, if you haven’t read about it already, involved walking along the hard shoulder and hitchhiking!) we decided our trip to Lapostolle should be a more civilised affair.

We picked out our best outfits and hopped on board a private minibus from Santa Cruz’s central plaza, to Apalta – a land of lush vineyards. After meeting Lapostolle’s charming PR Manager Diego, we were taken on a private tour of the gardens, vineyards, stunning boutique hotel and of course, the winery itself. I’d heard this was one of the best places to go wine tasting in the Colchagua Valley… I hoped it was true!

View of Lapostolle Colchagua Valley, Chile from the vineyards
View of Lapostolle, Colchagua Valley, Chile from the vineyards

Picking grapes at Lapostolle
Picking grapes at Lapostolle

Grapes on the vines at Lapostolle, Colchagua Valley, Chile
Grapes on the vines at Lapostolle, Colchagua Valley, Chile

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