After five years of failed attempts we have made it to Peru and Machu Picchu. It is even more amazing than we thought possible. Lots of images and discoveries around Peru and Ecuador to follow… Join us as we visit historic treasures, natural wonders and vibrant cities set against backdrops that are endlessly changing andContinue reading “Selected Images • Machu Picchu At Last”
Category Archives: Central & South America
Port of Call Belize
Visiting Belize And Belize City The name Belize is traditionally believed to have been derived from the Spanish pronunciation of the last name of Peter Wallace, a Scottish buccaneer who may have begun the first settlement at the mouth of the Belize River about 1638. It was also a major part of the Maya civilizationContinue reading “Port of Call Belize”
The Port Of Montevideo, Uruguay
A Day Exploring Montevideo Tucked in between Brazil and Argentina along the South American coast is the county of Uruguay. Its capital and major port is the city of Montevideo where over half of the countries total population of just three million live. A frequent port on many South American cruise itineraries the city isContinue reading “The Port Of Montevideo, Uruguay”
Argentina’s Port of Call Ushuaia
Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego and The Primary 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. Ushuaia is located in a wide bay on the southern coast of Isla GrandeContinue reading “Argentina’s Port of Call Ushuaia”
Todays Featured Poster • Ushuaia
The Beagle Lighthouse. This lighthouse stands on a rock in the Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego only a few miles from Ushuaia, Argentina. Ushuaia is one of the world’s most southern cities and a major seaport servicing expedition boats, cruise ships and working boats bound for Antarctica. These giclée prints are available in several sizesContinue reading “Todays Featured Poster • Ushuaia”
Hiking In Tierra del Fuego
Trails in Tierra Del Fuego National Park, Argentina To The Ends Of The Earth The Pan American Highway begins in Alaska and with only a small break in southern Panama goes all the way to the end of the Earth in southern Argentina. In Argentina the Pan American Highway continues on Argentina National Route 7Continue reading “Hiking In Tierra del Fuego”
The Intentional Travelers 