Costa Rica is one of the most unique countries in the world. It’s a top destination for many reasons: the lush rain forests and abundant wildlife, the beautiful beaches and surf, incredible food, culture, and people just to name a few! There is something to see and do in every part of the country which…
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A Beginner’s Guide to the W Trek in Torres Del Paine Chile
What is the W Trek? It gets its name simply from the shape of the route you take through Torres Del Paine, the massive park in southern Chile that is also a major highlight of the Patagonian region. If you look up a list of the most epic treks in the world, the W is most…
The Ultimate Itinerary for 3 Packed Days in Santiago, Chile
Santiago, the largest city and capital of Chile, is the perfect stop if you love a mix of big city and mountains. Spending a few days in Santiago before flying home from Patagonia was an excellent decision on my part, if I do say so myself! The city provided lots of culture and history while…
Fitz Roy: The Ultimate Guide to the Most Beautiful Mountain in Argentina
The Road to Mount Fitz Roy Sunrise view of Fitz Roy. Recommended song while driving into El Chalten: Step Out by José González El Chaltén’s claim to fame – the majestic Mount Fitz Roy, known as Cerro Chaltén in the native Tehuelche dialect, meaning “smoking mountain”. This beauty attracts mountain lovers from around the world…
The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Trip to Patagonia
Ahh Patagonia – beautiful, rugged, remote, intense – so many ways to describe the vast wilderness that covers over 400,000 square miles and two different countries. Planning a trip to Patagonia, deciding where to go and how to get there, especially on a budget, can be quite overwhelming – I know from experience! The long…