Category: Blog
Dining on Curanto in Chiloé
Although today it’s easily accessed by a short ferry ride, Chiloé’s history, customs, and language bear little resemblance to those of the mainland—or anywhere else in the world—because of its isolation.
What We’re Reading: May 12, 2011
Each Friday, we share those sites and articles—those interesting links—that we are currently reading or have recently read.
The Whole Picture: Garudas of the Grand Palace
Garuda is a national symbol of Thailand. In Thai mythology, the creature is known as the king of birds. With characteristics very much like an eagle, this ancient and enduring symbol embodies the Thai monarchy.
Beautiful Bariloche: Crossing into Argentina
Following a beautiful journey through the mountains of upper Patagonia, Kathryn and I crossed over into Argentina with our group and arrived at Bariloche—the entrance to northern Patagonia.
What We’re Reading: May 5, 2011
Each Friday, we share those sites and articles—those interesting links—that we are currently reading or have recently read.
The Whole Picture: Providencia’s Obelisk
The obelisk and statue located in Santiago’s Providencia neighbourhood honour Chilean President José Manuel Balmaceda Fernandez.
Exploring Chile’s Lake District
After a few days exploring Santiago, we flew south to Puerto Varas and Chile’s beautiful Lake District, the gateway to the Chilean Patagonia.
Win a Round-The-World Trip!
Win airline tickets, travel gear, cash, tours, car rental, Eurail Passes and more!
What We’re Reading: April 29, 2011
Each Friday, we share those sites and articles—those interesting links—that we are currently reading or have recently read.
The Whole Picture: Osorno Volcano
With its classical blackish dark green color and ornamented with arms of eternal snow, Osorno Volcano noted for its resemblance to Mount Fuji of Japan.
Touring Santiago’s Wineries
Santiago’s vineyard tours provide an inside view of one of Chile’s fastest growing industries—and the opportunity to taste some amazing wines that are not available anywhere else.
Visiting Chile: Five things to see in Santiago
With such polarized opinions, Kathryn and I knew that we would either love Santiago or hate it.
The Whole Picture: Cántaros Pond in Argentina
In order to reach Cántaros Pond at Puerto Blest, catch a catamaran on the Llao Llao Peninsula, which sets sail for the long and narrow Blest Arm
Two Go Round Chile and Argentina
Soon we’ll be exploring the streets of Santiago, sampling Chilean wines, soaking in the natural beauty of the Lake District’s glaciers and lakes, and sampling the food, wine and sophistication of the ‘Paris of the South’, Buenos Aires.
Day Eight: Galapagos Tortoises in Santa Cruz
With echoes of Vonnegut’s narrator ringing in my ears, we disembarked the Millenium one last time to explore Santa Cruz, which offers excellent opportunities for viewing wild Galapagos Tortoises.
The Web’s Best Travel Blog Taglines
A tagline in today’s blogging world is more than just a “line.” In fact, it can create a whole new world of engagement for a blog’s readers—if it’s done right. Kathryn and I believe a tagline is a fun way of branding what a travel blog does in the minds of its readers. The best taglines [...]
Day Seven: Mysterious Floreana
In the 1930s, the island of Floreana played host to a great deal intrigue and mystery. A German dentist, his mistress, a young family and a self-styled baroness and her two lovers came to settle on the island.
The Whole Picture: Marine Iguana at Española
Marine Iguanas from Española are the only subspecies that change colour during breeding season.
Day Six: Encounters on Espanola
Espanola is the oldest of the Galapagos Islands. Once home to thousands of tortoises, the islands population had been depleted to three males and 12 females by 1970.
Day Five: Visiting San Cristobal and Isla Lobos
In the bay, Galapagos sea lions rest on dozens of fishing boats bobbing in the azure bay. Around town, in the shade of benches and statues, sea lions laze, enjoying a brief respite from the sun.
