In this episode:<ul><li>Why the holiday season goes beyond peak season and coincides with the onset of summer vacation</li><li>A discussion on top destinations in South America: Patagonia, Mendoza, Buenos Aires, and the beaches of Jose Ignacio, Uruguay</li><li>How to navigate the varied weather and seasons</li><li>Tips on booking flights, transportation, and accommodations</li><li>The secret on how to avoid the summer crowds and when to go (all within the summer time frame)</li></ul>Resources:Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lccwe/">@lccwe</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lizcaskey77/">@lizcaskey77</a>Website: <a href="www.lizcaskey.com">www.lizcaskey.com</a>
You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary &amp; Wine Experiences and the trips we offer in food, wine, culture, design &amp; beyond at <a href="https://www.lizcaskey.com">www.lizcaskey.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;You can also sign up for our free weekly newsletter announcing new episodes, wine recommendations, travel intel, and much more. Sign up here: <a href="https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/">https://lizcaskey.myflodesk.com/</a>&nbsp;

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South America's Southern Cone exudes an irresistible summer siren song during the end-of-year travel season. While the days get cold, rainy, or snowy in the North, the weather is all sunshine and gelato in the South. It’s no wonder why it’s a favorite winter destination, from Patagonia's glaciers to the sun-drenched vineyards of Mendoza and the bohemian chic of Jose Ignacio's beaches. In this spirited episode, Liz Caskey gives the real skinny on how to approach planning a journey to the Southern Cone at this ultra peak time of the year and invaluable advice for hacking the nuances - flipped seasons, high demand, minimum hotel stays, Patagonian lodges, and holiday closures. Tune in for expert tips, destination highlights, and practical advice to make your end-of-year getaway stress-free.

In Search of Flavor

Episode 36: The Skinny on End-of-Year Travel

Episode 36: The Skinny on End-of-Year Travel

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