Category Archives: Argentina

5. El Calafate to Coyhaique (Carretera Austral Part 1)

Posted on February 26, 2011 by justin

It turns out I lied. I´m now in the town of Coyhaique halfway through the Carretera Austral and decided it was a good time for a rest. Speaking in relative terms for the region, this is a full fledged city … Continue reading →

Posted in Argentina, Carretera Austral, Chile | 3 Comments

4. From Porvenir to El Calafate (Back in Argentina)

Posted on February 9, 2011 by justin

With the 2 1/2 hour ferry ride across the Strait of Magellan, I am now officially off the island of Tierra del Fuego. Despite what might first come to mind, Tierra del Fuego (translated to Land of Fire) does not … Continue reading →

Posted in Argentina, Chile | 10 Comments

3. Tierra del Fuego to Mainland SA

Posted on January 27, 2011 by justin

Just like any kind of homework, it seems like the hardest part was just getting started. Once I actually got on the road, all my nervousness and doubts went away pretty quick. That doesn’t mean that the trip has gone … Continue reading →

Posted in Argentina, Chile | 5 Comments

2. JFK to Ushuaia, el fin del mundo…

Posted on January 20, 2011 by justin

The trip has gotten off to a great start. After being helped out by a nice girl at JFK´s Delta desk who proceeded to give me better seats after telling her about my plans, I think she was worried about my upcoming sore butt on a … Continue reading →

Posted in Argentina, New York | 8 Comments