With the holidays approaching, an exodus from major cities is underway to celebrate Christmas, New Year's, and to vacation away from home for these two weeks. A check of online travel platforms' shopping carts reveals a strong preference for destinations that combine nature, gastronomic experiences, and options for relaxing or celebrating with family and friends, according to a report by the Argentine News Agency. Traditional spots like Iguazú, Bariloche, and the End of the World offer a special celebration, given the high caliber of dining and lodging set within an overflowing natural landscape. Each celebration has its own charm: Christmas features a special atmosphere with warm lights among the greenery, live music, and a specially prepared buffet with non-alcoholic drinks, a Christmas table, a toast, and a show. Meanwhile, New Year's Eve is typically the most festive night of the year, featuring a special buffet, open bar, and shows. Nationally, Bariloche, Iguazú, Mendoza, Salta, and Córdoba are among the top destinations, while internationally, options like Rio de Janeiro, Florianópolis, Santiago de Chile, Lima, and Miami stand out, offering good connectivity, urban and beach options, and a wide range of activities for this time of year. 'For the holidays, we see a traveler who plans further in advance and seeks to combine rest, experiences, and celebration,' says Laura Amorós, Senior Marketing Manager at Despegar Argentina. Travel packages are one of the most popular products, as they can save up to 30% by combining flights, hotels, and other services in a single purchase. Features like the Shopping Cart support this proposal by simplifying the organization and management of the trip, putting the traveler at the center of the experience. This new tool allows all services (flights, hotels, activities, etc.) to be gathered in one place to be purchased together with a single click. Attractive offers Some of the proposals for the holidays are: Rio de Janeiro: 8-night travel package (from the 23rd to the 30th) for $1,247,068 per person. Santiago de Chile: 7-night travel package (from the 23rd to the 30th) for $966,484 per person. Includes a round-trip direct flight and accommodation in a 4-star hotel with breakfast included and a gym. Bariloche: 7-night travel package (from the 30th to the 6th) for $1,178,234 per person. Includes a round-trip direct flight and accommodation in a 3-star hotel with breakfast included and free parking.
