Trip Highlights

Kayaking in Patagonia


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Posted by on January 18th, 2013

Many of our travelers head to Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina, with the desire of seeing the park’s namesake: glaciers. The Perito Moreno Glacier is famous for its incredible rate of movement (up to 2 meters per day) and the fact that you can hike on it and gaze into its eerie blue depths. For… Read Full Post

Visiting Lima: A Country In Itself


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Posted by on December 29th, 2012

We had originally intended to bypass Lima entirely. Snippets from fellow travelers and crime warnings in guidebooks had brought us to the conclusion that a visit to Peru’s capital city would break the carefree mood of our beach holiday. Ironically, a robbery in Ica forced us to spend a few days in Lima while we renewed… Read Full Post

The Estancias of Argentine Patagonia


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Posted by on December 6th, 2012

When many people picture Argentine Patagonia they envision the famous granite towers of Mt. Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. In their eagerness to visit these stunning peaks many travelers stay in the transportation hub of El Calafate, but to do so is to miss the opportunity to experience another essential part of Patagonia: the estancia…. Read Full Post

Flights to Chiloe, Chile


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Posted by on November 28th, 2012

On November 7, 2012, Lan Chile Airlines began offering four weekly flights to Chiloe.  The flight departs Santiago and makes a quick stop in Puerto Montt before arriving to Chiloe. Chiloe Chiloe Island is the largest island of Chiloe Archipelago off the coast of Chile, in the Pacific Ocean.  This island has a rich and… Read Full Post

Hiking and Biking in Peru: Video Highlights


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Posted by on August 16th, 2012

On a recent trip to Peru I followed our Peru Highlights Active: Hike & Bike Peru’s Top Spots itinerary, and brought my HD video camera along.  The result is this less than 2 minute piece of work, set to some Peruvian guitar and charango music.  Clips include:  hiking near the ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley,… Read Full Post

Afro-Peruvian Music: Another Side Of Peru


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Posted by on August 14th, 2012

One of the great benefits of living and traveling in South America has been the chance to learn more about its incredibly varied music and dance traditions. On one warm summer evening in Lima, Peru, I attended a party hosted by a vacationing Peruvian family. Laughter and lively conversation emanated throughout the house, but it… Read Full Post

Great 1-Day Escapes from Santiago, Chile


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Posted by on August 1st, 2012

Nearly all visitors to Chile pass through Santiago at some point during their trip.  The city’s reputation has improved dramatically in the last few years, and there are also some very worthwhile day trips that can be taken.  Here are some of the top day trip options for those looking to get outside the hustle and bustle… Read Full Post

The Calchaqui Valley: Vineyards, Gorges & History in Northwest Argentina


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Posted by on July 25th, 2012

Argentina has a long history of wine cultivation, dating back to its colonial roots.  While the production has been present for centuries, it’s within the last couple of decades that vintners have truly focused on quality over quantity.  Now the 5th largest exporter of wine in the world, including many world class producers, Argentina can… Read Full Post

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