south america

  • Whilst on a cruise with destinations across Argentina, Uruguay, Falkland Islands (islas Malvinas) and Chile, we cruised by the of Island of Hornos, Cape Horn. Though we didn’t actually step off the ship, we did get to see the island in all its glory. Here’s a little look at the island and what to expect… Read more

  • The Transandine railway – the first and now lost international railway of South America.   Railway systems are largely underdeveloped in the entirety of South America for various reasons, one of the main factors being finances. With road travel becoming more and more popular it was difficult for many countries to keep up with the… Read more

  • Capillas de Mármol in Chilean Patagonia are also known as the Marble Caves. These stunning caves have formed over a millennia by the lapping waves of the glacial lake ‘Lago General Carrera/Lago Buenos Aires’. Our Tour Fortune was in our favour when we visited the Marble Caves. Not only was the weather holding out with… Read more

  • At the end of the Carretera Austral lies the remote town of Villa O’higgins. The only way to reach this secluded area is via ferry or air, there is no direct road. Though hidden away in Patagonia near the southern Ice Fields, the town is still vibrant with activity and a hot spot for intrepid… Read more