ARGENTINA
From deserts with colorful mountains to beautiful lake regions and wine country, Argentina is a pristine country. There are glaciers, waterfalls, and even the most unique cemetery I’ve ever visited. The people of Argentina are friendly and the time spent in this beautiful country left us with fond memories that we will carry for life.
After our first taste of Patagonia in Bariloche, we were ready to see more of the snow-capped mountains and pristine Read more My first view of El Chalten was from the window of the overnight bus that we took after crossing the Read more The Los Glaciares National Park is home to incredible glaciers such as Perito Moreno, Upsala, Viedma, and the Spegazzini. The Read more Patagonia You might have some outdoor gear or clothing with a label that says Patagonia. Did you know that the Read more Mendoza, Argentina has been a journey into many art forms for us, from its tree-lined streets and charming parks to Read more We stood there in silence clutching the railing. Finally, the breath I was holding escaped in a low uttered, "Wow." Read more Buenos Aires is a major metropolitan city in South America. Among many other things, it is known for its 19th-century Read more We had front seats on the top level of a double-decker bus. From this perch, we got the same view Read more
The lower portion of Argentina and Chile combined make up the Patagonia region. Since most travelers exploring this region often do multiple border crossings, we have combined Chile and Argentina posts below to provide a better view of this region of the world.
After our first taste of Patagonia in Bariloche, we were ready to see more of the snow-capped mountains and pristine Read more Jagged mountain peaks line the sky, glaciers cling to the rugged landscape, and streams cascade into turquoise lakes. The lakes, Read more Everyone we met that had been to Torres del Paine raved about it. The trek had been on their bucket Read more My first view of El Chalten was from the window of the overnight bus that we took after crossing the Read more The Los Glaciares National Park is home to incredible glaciers such as Perito Moreno, Upsala, Viedma, and the Spegazzini. The Read more Imagine being in a cave with marble walls. Colorful veins in the stone make intricate patterns all around you. You Read more At 10,000 Chilean pesos (US$15) per person, the entrance fee to hike up Cerro Castillo is steeper than the climb Read more Patagonia You might have some outdoor gear or clothing with a label that says Patagonia. Did you know that the Read more
Don’t forget to try out mate, it’s the thing to drink in Argentina!