Archive for the ‘Patagonia’ Category
Thursday, November 25th, 2010
Fun, fast, clean and efficient" is the slogan of the electric convertible that five students from a British university drove from Alaska to Patagonia and that is on show Tuesday in Buenos Aires.
The vehicle, dubbed the SRZero, is the result of a project of 10 engineering students at London's Imperial ...
Posted in Argentina, Bariloche Argentina, Buenos Aires Argentina, Patagonia, South America, Tierra del Fuego Argentina, Ushuaia Argentina | 1 Comment »
Saturday, November 13th, 2010
Forget rain and ramblers: besides fine lakeland scenery, Argentinian Patagonia offers vineyards and spas
The Lake District: rolling fells, boating lakes and streams of ramblers in pastel rainwear. Craning your neck for the B&B's "lake view". Making the best of the weather.
Not snow-capped peaks jutting into cobalt sky. Not isolated emptiness. ...
Posted in Argentina, Bariloche Argentina, Patagonia, South America | 2 Comments »
Thursday, September 30th, 2010
Ushuaia, Argentina - Marilyn Monroe would have understood. Stones mean wealth to penguins. And they are willing to travel great distances - and even become thieves - to acquire some pebbles.
Those who wish to observe the tuxedo-feathered creatures collecting stones must travel a great distance themselves. From Europe it is ...
Posted in Antarctica, Argentina, Cape Horn, Cruises Argentina, Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego Argentina, Ushuaia Argentina | 1 Comment »
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010
Latin America is full of bold flavor, sultry dance moves, and celebratory culture that invites travelers from all over the world to partake in its ambiance. Check out Cheapflights' Top 10 picks for must-see destinations in Latin America, and start planning your vacation now.
For helpful hints, read our guide on ...
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Friday, June 4th, 2010
Destination Antarctica: A Rare Combination for Oceania Cruises Aficionados
Crown Cruise Collection highly recommends this sailing for Oceania Cruises aficionados and is offering spectacular savings along with complimentary travel insurance and $250 per cabin shipboard credit. With air included from the major gateways, a category B2 balcony stateroom is $8099, which ...
Posted in Antarctica, Argentina, Buenos Aires Argentina, Cape Horn, Chile, Cruises Argentina, Falkland Islands, Patagonia, South America, Tierra del Fuego Argentina, Uruguay, Ushuaia Argentina | 2 Comments »
Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
Hit the powder-packed ski slopes of Chile and Argentina then taste the world-class wines of the region.
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The idea of combining a week's skiing at Las Lenas with a few days at the Mendoza wine region has become a popular choice for visitors to Argentina.
Sergio Begue, founder and trip leader for ...
Posted in Andes, Argentina, Bariloche Argentina, Chile, Cuyo, Mendoza Argentina, Patagonia, Ski Argentina, South America | 15 Comments »
Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
Fantastic twin-centre packages to the Falklands, South America and Antarctica.
Situated 400 miles off the south eastern tip of South America and comprising over 740 islands, the Falkland Islands are an increasingly popular addition to South America or Antarctica itineraries for intrepid independent travellers and cruise passengers.
Whether you’re attracted by its ...
Posted in Argentina, Buenos Aires Argentina, Chile, Cruises Argentina, Falkland Islands, Patagonia, Perito Moreno Glacier, South America | Comments Off
Sunday, May 30th, 2010
A world heritage site and one of the new 7 Wonders of Nature, Iguazu Falls is one of the most breathtaking sights to behold.With over 250 waterfalls surrounded by the tropical jungle of Argentina and Brazil, travelers can't get much closer to nature.
When traveling to Argentina travelers tend to be ...
Posted in Argentina, Argentine Northeast, Buenos Aires Argentina, Cuyo, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza Argentina, Patagonia, Perito Moreno Glacier, South America | Comments Off
Monday, May 10th, 2010
City-Ski Breaks: Buenos Aires and Bariloche
Buenos Aires: All international flights to Argentina arrive in the capital. A stopover in Buenos Aires at the beginning or end of your ski holiday actually helps with trip logistics: from here regular flights serve Bariloche and Malargue - the gateway airports to the ski resorts ...
Posted in Argentina, Bariloche Argentina, Buenos Aires Argentina, Patagonia, Ski Argentina, South America | 20 Comments »
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010
In January, a 4x4 expedition team from Malaysia went on a drive along the Patagonia of Argentina. They called themselves the 4x4 World Explorer. Comprised of retirees, businessmen, adventurers and also a group of explorers, this was their third expedition to South America. Most of them even shipped their own ...
Posted in Argentina, Bariloche Argentina, Cuyo, Mendoza Argentina, Patagonia, Perito Moreno Glacier, South America, Tierra del Fuego Argentina, Ushuaia Argentina, Wine Argentina | 10 Comments »
