Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego the Gateway to Antarctica Introduction Ushuaia is often referred to as the end of the world and is the capital of Tierra del Fuego, Argentina. It is recognized as the southernmost city in the world. It’s located in a wide bay on the southern coast of Isla Grande de Tierra delContinue reading “Port of Call Ushuaia Argentina”
Category Archives: Central & South America
Dusk At Plaza de Armas, Cusco Peru
Strolling through the Plaza de Armas in the center of the historic district of Cusco, Peru near dusk. This is an amazing location filled with museums, historic architecture, cafes, restaurants and shops. If you are thinking of visiting Machu Picchu be sure to schedule a few days for Cusco. This neighborhood was the original siteContinue reading “Dusk At Plaza de Armas, Cusco Peru”
The Discovery Of Machu Picchu
A BIT OF HISTORY In the mountains of northern Peru where the Urubamba River flows through a valley flanked by steep peaks is a remarkable place. It is a strange collection of stone buildings sitting on a narrow saddle between two mountain peaks. The area is remote and the stone buildings were completely overgrown. AtContinue reading “The Discovery Of Machu Picchu”
Guayaquil, Ecuador
The City Built On Chocolate Guayaquil, Ecuador – The Countries Largest Seaport First, A Word Of Caution* – We flew to Guayaquil from San Cristóbal, Galapagos and even on the island we were being cautioned about the terrible crime in the city. We were warned to never go out alone and to not go outContinue reading “Guayaquil, Ecuador”
Reviews From Our Peru/Ecuador Trip
Hotels, Restaurants And More General Information Hotels, food and transportation are all inexpensive by American standards. Hotels are easily half to two-thirds the cost of similarly rated U.S. properties. Also expect to pay half in restaurants compared to the U.S. Fast food and coffee shops are the exception – mostly they’re on par with U.S.Continue reading “Reviews From Our Peru/Ecuador Trip”
Going Inside Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is an Inca citadel located in southern Peru on a 7,970 foot tall mountain peak. It has often been referred to as the “Lost City of the Incas”. It is located 50 miles northwest of the original Inca capital city of Cusco. The Urubamba River flows through the valley below the mountain creatingContinue reading “Going Inside Machu Picchu”
The Intentional Travelers 