Atlanta & Guadalajara | Spain x Saudi Arabia & Uruguay

About the destination: Atlanta is the capital of and the most populous city in the state of Georgia and is, today, a national centre of commerce. Situated among the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Atlanta has the highest elevation out of major cities east of the Mississippi River. An Atlanta tour must include the Atlanta History Center. Learn about the city’s roots and its role in the Civil War. Atlanta is the major setting for Margaret Mitchell’s novel “Gone With the Wind,” and you can learn about the author and the book at the Margaret Mitchell House and Museum. Stop by the Martin Luther King Jr. Historic Site which includes this inspiring leader’s birthplace home, his final resting place, the church where he once gave sermons, as well as a museum and memorial. From there, your Atlanta sightseeing should continue at the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola, the Centennial Olympic Park, the Fernbank Museum of Natural History and the Stone Mountain Park. On the outskirts of the city we have the beautiful Stone Mountain Park. If you take the Summit Skyride, you’ll get an outstanding view of the city.Atlanta is the flagship for the New South, a sprawling city with trendy bars, top-notch restaurants and high end boutiques, but all adorned with Southern charm. Atlanta has a very modern skyline but is intrinsically proud of its heritage.

About the destination: Guadalajara is the capital city of the central state of Jalisco in Mexico. It's also the second largest city in the country and considered a colonial city, although much of its architecture dates from the independence period. The city is famous for being the birthplace of the famous Mariachis, and it is the perfect place to find some of the best Mexican traditional handmade items. The town of Tequila is minutes away, and is a must visit when visiting Guadalajara, to taste and learn about the world famous Mexican drink Tequila. The historic city is a magical place full of traditional architecture and art, with trendy shops and restaurants. One of the best artistic treasures in Guadalajara are the José Clemente Orozco's impressive frescos, located in the Palacio de Gobierno, the Instituto de Cabanas and inside the Cathedral. The Cathedral, one of Guadalajara's main symbols, is a very imposing mixture of architectural styles, with the lower parts of it dating back to as early as 1571. There is a wide open plaza area in front of it, perfect to rest one’s feet. Guadalajara, called often the pearl of the west, it's a big and fascinating city with a beautiful and interesting contrast of the historic and the modern. It is the perfect destination for tourist that are looking to visit a festive and traditional Mexican city that has all the luxuries and size of a big city, without losing the traditional Mexican touch.