# Matias Puga — Travel Expert
> Personal website of Matias Puga, travel expert and entrepreneur based in Europe.

## About
Matias Puga is a travel expert born in Patagonia, Argentina. With over 25 years in the tourism industry, he builds projects that connect travelers with authentic, transformative experiences across South America and Europe.

## Projects

- **Patagonline** (https://www.patagonline.com/) — Pioneering travel guide for Patagonia, launched in the late 1990s. Helps independent travelers explore the region authentically.
- **Cobijo Patagonia** (https://cobijopatagonia.com/) — Retreat-style hospitality in Patagonia. Slow travel, shelter, and deep connection with the landscape.
- **Your Creative Escapes** (https://www.yourcreativeescapes.com/) — Art courses and creative travel experiences in Barcelona, Madrid, Florence and Rome.
- **Cosas Lindas** (https://www.cosaslindas.it/it) — Curated Italian project celebrating design, craft, and local beauty.
- **Travel Ideas** (https://www.travelideas.es/) — Digital marketing and strategy for tourism providers: hotels, agencies, and tour operators.
- **YouTube Channel** (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDv9EJqzwhggMbVLWpdmK4A) — Travel videos and practical tips for conscious, meaningful travel.

## Contact
Email: matiaspuga@gmail.com
Website: https://www.matiaspuga.com

## Focus areas
- Authentic and transformative tourism
- Patagonia travel planning
- Art and cultural travel experiences in Europe
- Tourism marketing and digital strategy
- Travel content creation