Bariloche is touristy and extra, but I loved it; maybe I’m just basic (actually, I know I’m basic). If you want to disconnect from the grid, El Bolsón might be a better option, but Bariloche has plenty of striking views. In fact, the scenery around Bariloche resounded with me more than the landscape in El … Continue reading Bariloche
Author: Alice
El Bolsón
El Bolsón has a reputation as a hippie town nestled among mountains and lakes. The town center hosts a market every weekend, where locals and expats sell produce (berries galore) and handicrafts. I am so not a hippie. I mean, really, big banks were the main clients at the law firm I worked at. (I … Continue reading El Bolsón
El Chaltén
El Chaltén is ridiculous in the best way. In more diplomatic terms, the town is a hiker's paradise since it was built in the 1980s to accommodate trekkers. A number of trails are accessible from the center of town, so you’re literally within walking distance to the most magnificent mountain scenery. Hiking in El Chaltén is … Continue reading El Chaltén
El Calafate and Perito Moreno
Perito Moreno is one of the most visited glaciers in Patagonia due to its accessibility. The closest town is El Calafate, which is about an hour away by car. El Calafate was my first stop in Argentina, and I couldn't leave without seeing Perito Moreno. A few options are available to see the glacier. For … Continue reading El Calafate and Perito Moreno
Chile recap
I had high expectations before arriving in Chile, and the country exceeded them. The scenery was spectacular, and the people were so welcoming. I had a tough time understanding Chilean Spanish since the slang and quick cadence were too much for my untrained ear, but that didn’t discourage Chileans from being kind. Below is a … Continue reading Chile recap