Travel Patagonia

Tea Time in Punta Arenas

Monday, December 28, 2009
By Julio LLanos
Tea Time in Punta Arenas

Café Inmigrantes There is a place in Punta Arenas where history and sweets go hand in hand. One of the most important groups of inmigrants is the Croatian who came after the rumor of gold and a better life in Southern Patagonia spread in Europe during the late 1800’s. Soon after their arrival they found themselves... »

Outdoor gear in Puerto Natales

Wednesday, December 9, 2009
By Julio LLanos
Outdoor gear in Puerto Natales

La Madera I first knew of this place because of a triathlon called Kallpamayu. In this far end of the world we do outdoor activities regardless of the weather conditions. In the year 2009 we had a challenging 74 km race which included mountainbike and running with 20 cm of snow. Are we Patagonians... »

Gift Shop in Puerto Natales

Monday, December 7, 2009
By Julio LLanos
Gift Shop in Puerto Natales

There is a new Black Sheep in this Lonely Planet. I was in Natales last week and my father in law told me about a new store. It can only be defined as unique and out of the box.  Black Sheep is a store that goes beyond just selling souvenirs, handicraft  and book. It is... »

Torres del Paine National Park

Saturday, November 28, 2009
By Alex_Maureira
Torres del Paine National Park

Duration: Depends on where are you staying at The National Park Torres del Paine is the most visited park in our country is a enormous expanse of flat grassland that is home to vast numbers of wild life . Only low vegetation grows in this area due to the harsh Patagonian winds. It is a... »