Journey through Camarones and along RN3 showcases Eastern Patagonia’s dramatic coastline, the highlighting the Cabo Dos Bahías’ Magellanic penguin colony, wild marine life, and unique flora and fauna. The route contrasts remote coastal settlements with industrial centres like Comodoro Rivadavia, showcasing Patagonia’s rich ecological and economic diversity.
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Puerto Madryn – Wales in Argentina
Puerto Madryn offers an unusual yet fascinating blend of Welsh culture and Patagonian wildlife. From the sprawling marine colonies of the Valdés Peninsula to the Welsh tea rooms of Trelew, the region is a unique cultural and ecological destination.
Continue readingBuenos Aires – Final Thoughts
Buenos Aires began to significantly develop at the end of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries when Argentina’s agribusiness began to export to Europe and the rest of the world. The money generated from this …
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No visit to Buenos Aires can be complete without seeing the locals dance the Tango. There are many formal Tango shows that the hawkers and hotels sell to all tourists as part of the bucket …
Continue readingBuenos Aires – La Boca, Colour and Football Tradition
One of Buenos Aires most colourful neighbourhoods is La Boca and a must for all visitors and especially those with even a passing interest in football. La Boca is the neighbourhood around the old port …
Continue readingBuenos Aires – Porteños and Theatres
We arrived in Buenos Aires by ferry in Puerto Madero where the Boca Area intersects with the main port. The main road that skirts between Puerto Madero and the City Centre is a chaotic set …
Continue readingIguaçu Falls – Nature’s Power, Legends, and Borderland Dynamics
Iguaçu Falls, straddling the border between Brazil and Argentina, showcases nature’s raw power through its awe-inspiring cascades and lush surroundings. Steeped in indigenous legends, the falls highlight the region’s cultural richness and serve as a striking symbol of borderland dynamics in South America.
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