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Patagonia

The southern, mountainous region of both Chile and Argentina
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Heading to the tip of South America
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Heading to the tip of South America

After leaving Buenos Aires, we ventured to Ushuaia, Argentina which is claimed to be the "southern most city".

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  • Patagonia includes southern portions of Chile and Argentina
  • "Good Air"- our adventure to the southern hemisphere started in Buenos Aires
  • The Recoleta district
  • A grim city within the city: countless monuments and mausoleums
  • Buenos Aires is best known for it's nightlife
  • Tango- an Argentinian dance of the people
  • Once thought too lewd for respectable people, tango is a dance of athleticism and passion
  • Heading to the tip of South America
  • "Land of Fire"
  • Ushuaia- gateway to Antarctica
  • Distance to Antarctica from various cities of the region
  • "End of the world, beginning of everything"- city motto
  • Ushuaia is nestled against the mountains of Tierra del Fuego
  • Ushuaia's economy is largely centered around tourism
  • Cruise ships and cargo vessels in the distance
  • Our home for almost 3 weeks- The Fram
  • Operated by the Norwegian ship and ferry line, Hurtigruten, the Fram is built for polar exploration
  • Required safety drill and demonstration
  • Daily lectures and briefings
  • BBQ night- Filipino style
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