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San Ignacio Mini (one of 15 missions set up in Argentina) was first founded in northern Brazil in 1610, but was later abandoned in 1632 after repeated attacks by slavers. It was subsequently re-established in 1696 near the San Ignacio Valley, some 60 km north of Posadas in the northeastern Misiones province.
Ikaria has long held a special place in Greek mythology. It was the birthplace of Dionysus, the god of wine, and is named after Icarus, he of the wax wings who flew too close to the sun. The island has also received modern-day fame thanks to the longevity of its inhabitants. While you may not be able to guarantee a telegram from the Queen simply by booking a two-week holiday in Ikaria, there are plenty of opportunities during your stay to experience a little of what makes the island so special. Here are a few suggestions...
In this edition of ‘Notes from the field’, our two Scandinavia experts Michelle and Rosanna went on an exciting trip to the Northern Fjords in Norway and shared their insights with us.