Experiencing hyperinflation as a tourist in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Argentina’s hyperinflation is well-documented across the internet. Three days before we arrived, the Argentinian government approved a new 2,000 bill note. Spencer and I heard from a few friends who had just traveled to the area that they had used the black market to double their money by trading it at the blue dollar rate, …

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Caesarea: A history lesson come to life

This rundown town managed to transport me back to Roman times despite its lack of restoration. The ruins were simple and worn down but felt more authentic that way. I should probably clarify that I’m talking about the old city Caesarea. The new Caesarea is like any other modern city you’d expect, not the abandoned …

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