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Tierra del Fuego National Park in Argentina
Tierra del Fuego is a windswept archipelago in Argentine Patagonia, located at the southernmost tip of the Americas. Here, nature is bold, untamed, and irresistibly alluring. For many, it marks the end of the road…literally. The Pan-American Highway begins at Alaska’s northernmost point and concludes within the borders of Tierra del Fuego National Park. For others, like myself, it represents a beginning. It is a launching pad for some of the world’s most intrepid adventures. A gateway to the world’s last untouched paradise. Beyond Ushuaia and the Beagle Channel lies…
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Easter Island 5 Day Itinerary: Things to Do and See
Few places in the world can rival Easter Island when it comes to capturing the imagination of travelers. Known locally as Rapa Nui, this small speck of land—sitting smack in the middle of the wild Pacific—is like no other places on Earth. The island’s wild beauty and mysterious history have inspired dreamers, enthralled travelers and baffled historians. Easter Island is Polynesia at its best—still untouched by the masses, still untarnished by overdevelopment and still clinging to a slow-paced lifestyle that runs on island time. Forget cruise ships, mass tourism and…
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Valparaiso Day Trip from Santiago
Valparaiso weaves a colorful web of character and charm. Known lovingly as Valpo, the artsy Chilean city sprawls across a series of hills that overlook the sea. The city is an assault to the senses. It is an artist’s dream; a photographer’s playground. Colors burst from every inch of Valparaiso’s real estate. Art seeps into its every pore. Perhaps Pablo Neruda, who was inspired by this hard-working city, said it best: ‘Valparaiso, how absurd you are…what a lunatic crazy port…you haven’t combed your hair, you’ve never had time to get…
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Visiting Iguazu Falls: Brazil and Argentina
Iguazu Falls is one of the planet’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Situated in the heart of a verdant rainforest and featuring hundreds of cascades, the falls are global treasure and one of the top places to visit in South America. Visiting Iguazu Falls is a jaw-dropping visceral experience. It is a sensory overload—engaging, in equal measure, all five of the senses. I traveled to Iguazu Falls as part of a backpacking trip to Patagonia and Buenos Aires. Visiting Iguazu Falls was never part of the original plan. I had originally hoped…
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A First Timer’s Guide to Buenos Aires Argentina
With its wide, tree-lined avenues, Art Nouveau architecture, cobblestone streets, and sidewalk cafés, Buenos Aires exudes a sultry charm that blends European elegance with Latin American flair. Known affectionately around the world as BA, Buenos Aires is a tourist favorite. It entices visitors with its eclectic neighborhoods, vibrant atmosphere and party-till-you drop nightlife. Buenos Aires: The Paris of South America The Argentine capital possesses the sophistication and charm of Paris, while maintaining a rough and sometimes gritty exterior common in many South American cities. Buenos Aires quickly reveals itself…
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Spectacular Day Hikes in El Chalten, Patagonia
Situated in the stunning northern reaches of Patagonia’s Los Glaciares National park and tucked under the shadow of Mount Fitz Roy, sits the tiny mountain town of El Chalten. The area around El Chalten encapsulates everything that travelers love about Patagonia. It is home to hanging glaciers, sculpted mountains, and crystalline lakes. One would be hard pressed to find a town with a more picturesque setting. EL CHALTEN ARGENTINA El Chalten is a tiny town that bursts at the seams with backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts. Made popular for its proximity…
