An Argentinian tourist destination in the top 10 of Forb …

The province of Mendoza is the only Argentine destination to appear in the ranking of Forbes magazine published this week on the 10 recommended places to visit in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. The magazine highlighted health security that it offers with its tourist attractions such as mountaineering, outdoor activities and wine tourism.

The Latin American Top 10 in the Forbes ranking is completed by Mexico City, Santiago (Chile), San José (Costa Rica), Machu Picchu (Peru), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), Punta Cana (Dominican Republic), Cartagena (Colombia) ), Cabos de Baja California and Cancun (both in Mexico).

In the case of Mendoza, Forbes has appreciated its national and international health safety certifications, as well as protocols and infrastructures adapted to the new reality, tourism innovation and connectivity.

“Travel priorities have changed, there will be a greater preference for experiences that discover destinations from a less touristy and more local perspective,” said Toucan Insights, member of the Forbes Tourism Destination Selection Committee.

The publication argues that the country of Malbec, home to the imposing Aconcagua hill, is a must-see destination for wine lovers from all over the world, as it is part of the prestigious global network of Great wine capitals.

At the same time, he points out that the province offers mountain activities, skiing, hiking, kayaking, horseback riding and cycling, which completes the offer of this destination framed by the beauty of the abundant vineyards.

During the first half of January the province was fully occupied in high mountain destinations, like Cacheuta, Tunuyán, Potrerillos, Valle de Uco, Alvear, Uspallata and the canyon of Atuel. In this regard, the Chamber of Commerce and Tourism of Route 82 indicated that “expectations are high given the reservations confirmed until January 31”.

Among other tools launched in the context of a pandemic, the province has published a new website of the System of Protected Natural Areas, with very comprehensive information and documentation on each of them, which includes the necessary protocols for access and visits to support tourists.

Forbes had already positioned Mendoza in 2019 as a tourist destination for the 2020 season, according to its selection committee, which includes the editorial team of Forbes Life Latam and specialists from the global tourism industry, such as Virtuoso, Booking, Toucan Insights and The Leading Hotels of the World, among others.