Alumine Neuquen ARGENTINA: Picture of the Week

This was taken last year while traveling in Argentina for four weeks. We camped at Lake Alumine for a night and after departing from Lake Alumine, we headed to San Martin and later on to San Carlos Bariloche. You can check out the some of the pictures of San Carlos Bariloche HERE. On the way to San Martin, we stopped at the roadside for a break and I took this picture. This was taken in February last year, summer time in Alumine,  Patagonia region …

San Carlos de Bariloche From The Top
My trip to Argentina last year brought me to amazing places in Patagonia region. The thing about Patagonia is the inner beauty landscape that many would die for. That’s why Patagonia is also known as the home of gods.

A: San Carlos de Bariloche in South America Map
One of the cities that I loved most is San Carlos de Bariloche. Situated by the lake, Bariloche itself is a beauty.

A: San Carlos de Bariloche by the lake

Bariloche is located in the province of Rio Negro, in …

Grand Hotel Bariloche Review, Rio Negro, Patagonia, ARGENTINA

A: Bariloche, Argentina: Sources – Google Map
It is one of the most beautiful places in Argentina. I’m talking about Bariloche, which is located at Rio Negro, Patagonia region of Argentina. Facing the huge lake, Bariloche is crowded by tourists from Chile and all around the world.

The entrance of the hotel, Grand Hotel Bariloche
As popular as it is, it is common sense to know that it is not cheap to stay in Bariloche. I stayed at the Grand Hotel Bariloche which is located at …

Hotel Y Restaurante Aka-ta, Rio Mayo, Chubut, Argentina

Rio Mayo, Chubut, Argentina: Sources – Google Maps
Rio Mayo, Chubut sits on the Patagonia region of Argentina. It is one of the small towns which is located at the Route 40 stretch. We left Esquel and heading to Los Antiguous. It is a 282 km drive and it is one of the shortest we did in Patagonia.

During our road trip on Route 40, there are a few things we must do. Firstly, buy an extra gas tank. Second, try to get a meal …

Gaucho of South American Pampas, ARGENTINA: Picture Of the Week
In Spanish, Gaucho is a term used to describe the residents of South American pampas or Patagonian grasslands in parts of Argentina, Uruguay, Southern Chile and Southern Brazil. In short, they are the cowboys of the South American pampas.
Traveling on the road in Patagonia region of Argentina was fun. My expedition to there earlier of the year was one of the most memorable trips in my life. I was told by Argentines to look for the “Gauchos” in Patagonia.
As they are …

Hosteria Cumbres Blancas: A Night at Esquel, Patagonia, ARGENTINA
I promised myself to finish all my Argentina related posts by this year. The list goes on here. Esquel is part of Patagonia, Argentina. We stop at Esquel from Bariloche before continued to Los Antiguos.
The impression of Esquel was the town is very organized. Not forgetting there is a mountain at the backdrop which is near the Los Alerces National Park.

That’s the hotel! Hosteria Cumbres Blancas
Staying at Hosteria Cumbres Blancas was a blessing. In a walking distance to Esquel’s only casino, the …

Microtel Inns & Suites Malargue: One Night Stay in Malargue, ARGENTINA
Malargue is one of the towns located along Route 40, Patagonia Mendoza region of Argentina. Since we were on the road trip, we stayed at the Microtel Inns & Suites Malargue.
Located at the main road of Malargue (it is a very long stretch road towards the town center), Microtel Inns & Suites can be easily seen.

The first impression was the nice stony entrance. As I walked in to the lobby, I was entertained by the lobby staff. There, we got …

Top 7 Places To Visit in Patagonia, ARGENTINA
Patagonia is a geographic region of the southern most of South America. Some named Patagonia as “Home of Gods” and “Foot of Gods”, it comprises the southernmost part of Andes mountains that is located in Argentina and Chile. I was in Patagonia earlier this year for 3 weeks which inclusive of 2 weeks of road trip. I would like to share my personal favourite Top 7 Places To Visit in Patagonia.
1. City of Mendoza
The Mendoza province of Argentina has been very popular …

Dining at Solar De Tejeda, Cordoba, ARGENTINA
There is no better place to dine than Solar De Tejeda. Located in the UNESCO heritage site itself, the restaurant is next to historical buildings and monuments.

We went there for dinner and the place is packed. Place is slightly small but the environment there is okay.

We ordered the Grilled Rib Cut for (ARS 33/US$8.70/RM27.80). My friend Chuan ordered extra 2 eggs for it. The Patagonian region of Argentina is very popular for its grill food and its beef. The grilled rib cut is grilled …

Hotel Glaciares de la Patagonia Review, El Calafate
In one of those moments that you were so charmed by the scenery, you totally forgot who you are. It happened to me when I stayed in El Calafate.

I was taken away by the beauty of the area and I totally forgot taking pictures of the hotel I stayed. I stayed there two nights to visit the popular Perito Moreno glacier.
There are a few hotels in the area we stayed. Located at Los Antiguos 194, El Calafate 9405, Argentina, Hotel Glaciares de la …

Restaurante Chino, Tenedor Libre-Parilla Libre: A Chinese Restaurant in Rio Gallegos, Santa Cruz, ARGENTINA
The nearest town to the famous Perito Moreno Glacier is Rio Gallegos. Many opted to stay one night at Rio Gallegos for the Perito Moreno Glacier tour, as the tour usually commenced in the morning. In Rio Gallegos town, the street is ever busy with restaurants, shops and also a casino. Shopping in this part of the region promised fine goods from Patagonia region, most notable the Patagonia wines and chocolates.

Despite the fact of the famous Patagonia …

Travel Moments: A Chilean’s Proton Wira Spotted in Argentina’s Buenviaje, Patagonia, ARGENTINA
Route 40 Argentina, the loneliness highway in the world. Completing almost the whole Route 40 took us almost 2 weeks when we were there in January. The whole expedition is made possible by 4×4WorldExplorer.com
We were stopping at this small town called Buenviaje from Route 40, Patagonia, ARGENTINA for our fuel stop. As we were queuing up for our turn my team driver, Chuan was like “Is that a Proton?”

He then blasted on the team’s walkie talkie and everyone went …