From Argentina to the traditional estancias and the magnificent Patagonia

I have been a big fan of polo since I was a child, and when I arrived in Buenos Aires I was dying to see the Polo Open Championship in Palermo. Polo is a very popular sport in Argentina and, every year, this tournament attracts 50,000 spectators. It is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the world, and the level of the riders and horses is extremely high. I play polo at a much more modest level (0 handicap), but I still take great pleasure in it. I have a few horses and, from time to time, I play with employees, family and friends at Il Borro.

A true hidden gem, gourmet restaurant Aramburu is nestled in Recoleta, an upscale neighborhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Chef and owner Gonzalo Aramburu chose this place to establish himself and honor local culture and Argentine products. Minimalist decoration, based on a palette of dark hues, harmonizes with subdued lighting. In each of his plates, Chef Aramburu captures the culture and culinary art of his home country, while adding his own touch of creativity. Dishes are prepared in an open kitchen, allowing guests to appreciate his dexterity and the complex techniques employed by his team. Let yourself be overwhelmed by scents of aromatic herbs as a prelude to its renowned 18-course menu, where each bite is a delight for the senses. A wine list, featuring more than 120 labels, ensures you can find a food and wine pairing that suits.

This street, located in the working-class La Boca neighbourhood, was the inspiration for the famous tango 'Caminito', composed in 1926 by the great Juan de Dios Filiberto. Today it is a kind of open-air museum, with a succession of artist's workshops, craftspeople, little Italian restaurants (especially Neapolitan ones) and more. This area, with its bohemian spirit, seems to exist outside of the city, to the sound of bandoneons and guitars…

Considered the largest dressage and folklore festival in Latin America, it's the meeting place of gaucho culture. In early January of each year, the event causes a stir! Rodeo competitions of gauchos on horseback, folk dances, asados and traditional music concerts are planned. A lively atmosphere shared every year by nearly 45,000 people.

Art and conservation are the main issues here. Through the items it produces, the El ñirantal project aims to preserve the culture and heritage of the Mapuche Indian community. Their textiles, carpets, ponchos and wooden items are produced in line with fair trade principles. The simultaneously modern and traditional objects that are produced in their workshops continue to draw attention to the memory of the ancient peoples.

This is one of the most spectacular walks in the area: climb to the lookout point known as Belvedere to discover Correntoso Lake at the foot of the mountains and its three branches leading to the superb Nahuel Huapi Lake. This landscape, forgotten by man, seems to have remained unchanged for millennia. Away from the rocky cliffs, a steep trail leads to the spectacular Incayal waterfall, which is 50 metres high. A real immersion in the heart of the Mapuche Indian territory.

Located in Los Glaciares National Park, the Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the most famous in the world. Everyone has seen pictures of the ice falling and crashing into the lake opposite. According to scientists, the glacier is advancing by two metres per day, but is not shrinking. Perito Moreno is almost 5 kilometres wide and 170 metres high (about a hundred of which are underwater). I dream of bringing my children here, so that we can listen to nature's pulse together…