May, 2011
Decided to bus it from Pucón to rural Chillán not only to break up the route to Santiago, but also to see the famous Mexican Murals and experience the renown Termas de Chillán (hot springs) in this area.
Category Archives: South America
The ascent of Vulcán Villarrica, Chile
May, 2011
Finally, after about a week of waiting for the weather to clear, today is the day we enjoy the ascent of Vulcán Villarrica – one of Chile’s most active volcanoes!
Awaiting the ascent of Vulcán Villarrica, Chile
May, 2011
Fancy climbing one of Chile’s most active volcanos? Sure, why not! Although I didn’t realise that awaiting the ascent of Vulcán Villarrica would take some time, due to weather conditions…
Four days at sea through Chile’s stunning Southern Patagonian Fjords
May, 2011
Four days at sea on the Navimag ferry through Chile’s stunning Southern Patagonian Fjords anyone?
Waiting for the ever-elusive Navimag ferry in Puerto Natales, Chile!
May, 2011
After a frustrating wait of 6 days, the ever-elusive Navimag ferry finally arrived in Puerto Natales, for the journey through Chile’s Southern Patagonian Fjords!
Moon walking on ice – Perito Moreno Glacier
May, 2011
Anyone for a little moon walking on ice on the incredible Perito Moreno? This glacier is absolutely memorable and will leave you grasping for words!
K9 Capers – Chile to Argentina
May, 2011
With another border crossing, this time it’s from Puerto Natales in Chile to El Calafate in Argentina, for the main reason of visiting the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier and not just for the K9 capers. Everyone must see this amazing and still-advancing glacier at least once in their lifetime!
Fruit Police – welcome to Chile! Ushuaia to Puerto Natales
April, 2011
Another long bus trip with a border crossing from Argentina in to Chile: Ushuaia to Puerto Natales. Who would have thought, I would encounter the fruit police as my welcome to Chile?
Wait-a-while in Ushuaia, Argentina
April, 2011
Arguably, the southernmost city in the world and often missed due to its location, it is definitely worth waiting a while in Ushuaia, Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego region and adventure hub.
Bus lag and flat arse! Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia by bus and ferry
April, 2011
I’ve coined a new term: Bus Lag! This is how I am feeling on hopefully the last bus journey for a while, which is from Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia in Argentina. Continue reading
El Pinghuino bus experience – Puerto Madryn to Rio Gallegos, Argentina
April, 2011
What could possibly go wrong travelling through Argentina for 18 hours on the El Pinguino bus from Puerto Madryn to Rio Gallegos?
Bus Virgin – Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn, Argentina
March, 2011
After haggling for a taxi (AR$30) from Centro in Buenos Aires, arrived at the Retiro Omnibus station 2 hours early for the 18-hour bus trip to Puerto Madryn.
A taste of Buenos Aires – Argentina
March, 2011
The lure of a sultry Tango or this city’s famous steak may be enough to draw you to taste Buenos Aires for yourself, but rest assured, Argentina offers much more than dance and steak!
Sailing: Netherlands Antilles to Venezuela
July, 2008
With only a short sail today of just under 80NM from the Netherlands Antilles to Venezuela, I’m hoping the wind is kind and nothing goes wrong…
