Category Archives: Argentina Tours

Argentina Travel Update: Bariloche Airport Closed Until February 2012

December 12, 2011 – 10:04 am

Since the eruption of Chile’s Puyehue Volcano in early June, flights in Argentina’s Bariloche region have experienced disruptions. Waiting for the dust to settle, the airport is taking advantage of this time to do a little updating and maintenance work. Originally scheduled to reopen in this month, it was announced that the Bariloche will now [...]

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Antarctica Travel Blog Nov. 20: The best way through ice is around ice . . .

November 20, 2011 – 2:19 pm

NOVEMBER 20, 2011 Again we were reminded of the old Russian saying “the best way though ice is around ice.” The day was spent weaving in and out of ice through the patches of sea ice. Cape Washington was no longer in reach due to the ice conditions but we did make it to a [...]

By Laurie Allread | Also posted in Adventure Life, Adventure Travel Company, Cruises, Laurie Allread Epic Antarctica Travel Journal, Travel Journal, wildlife | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a Comment

New York Times Highlights Latin America Bargains

September 21, 2011 – 9:33 am

Last week, the New York Times did a feature on ways to save on your next trip, calling attention to Latin America bargains. A few of our favorite destinations where mentioned: Argentina, Belize, Nicaragua, and Panama. The article noted what we’ve known for years — that many times travelers can find top of the line [...]

By Beth Conway | Also posted in Adventure Life, Adventure Travel Company, Belize tours, Bolivia, discounts, Ecuador Travel, Guatemala Travel, Latin America Travel, Panama, Press, travel tips | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (1)

Argentina Travel Update: Flights Cancelled Due to Chilean Puyehue Volcano Eruption

June 6, 2011 – 3:24 pm

UPDATE June 9, 2011: Flights on LAN and Aerolineas Argentinas are experiences ongoing delays and cancellations. For the most recent statement released from LAN Airlines, click here. For the most recent statement released from Aerolineas Argentinas click here. American Airlines just released the following statement: Due to volcanic ash, all AA flights between the U.S. [...]

By Beth Conway | Also posted in Adventure Life, Chile Tours, Latin America Travel, Natural Disasters, Natural Environment, Patagonia tours, Safety and Security, Travel Updates | Tagged , , , , , | Comments (4)

Win 2 Tickets to South America on LAN airlines

March 28, 2011 – 3:23 pm

Adventure Life and LAN airlines have partnered to offer you the chance to win two round trip tickets from the USA to anywhere LAN flies in South America. That’s a prize valued around $2500. A Machu Picchu trek, a Galapagos voyage, Patagonia’s legendary spears, or a trip to bustling Buenos Aires — whatever is on [...]

By Beth Conway | Also posted in Adventure Life, Amazon tours, Chile Tours, Contests, Ecuador Travel, Latin America Travel, Travel general, Travel Giveaways, Travel Product | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Comments (5)

LAN Airlines New Direct Flights Make Custom Trips Easier and More Affordable

October 27, 2010 – 12:06 pm

UPDATE 10/28/10: As of Oct 28 (interestingly enough one day after I posted this article) LAN announced flights from Lima to Iguazu will now go through Foz do Iguazu International Airport (IGU, Brazil) replacing the original published operation from LIM-IGR in Argentina. Still totally doable — but now many travelers (including US travelers) will be [...]

By Beth Conway | Also posted in Adventure Travel Company, Chile Tours, Custom Travel, Travel general, Travel Product, travel tips | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Comments (1)

Tango in Buenos Aires

July 13, 2010 – 3:27 pm

I know this is a bit last-minute, but we couldn’t pass this up; we found out about the Tango Festival and World Championships that take place every August in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and decided to put together an itinerary.  This trip is another addition to our Festival series in Central and South America. Stay at [...]

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Patagonia Lowdown: Low Elevation South America Treks

June 25, 2010 – 12:53 pm

South America’s Andes are the world’s longest continental mountain range, stretching 4300 miles long the west coast of the continent. Starting in Venezuela, the Andes extend through Columbia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile and Argentina, reaching its highest peak, Cerro Aconcagua, in Argentina at a breathtaking 22,841 feet. Missoula, in Montana’s Rockies — where I rest [...]

By Beth Conway | Also posted in Adventure Travel Company, Chile Tours, Inca Trail, Patagonia tours, Safety and Security, Travel general, Trekking | Tagged , , , , , , , | Comments (1)

Argentina Now Charges Reciprocity Fee

December 22, 2009 – 2:55 pm

On December 20th, the government of Argentina will start charging a “reciprocity fee” for travelers entering the country through Buenos Aires international airport (Ezeiza). At this point, travelers entering Argentina by going overland or by ship are not required to pay this fee. This fee only applies to citizens of the United States, Canada, and [...]

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Drought Affecting Iguazu Falls

July 1, 2009 – 1:27 pm

Watching Brasilian news, I am stunned by the drastic drop in water level at Iguazu Falls and the Amazon Basin. This phenomenon headlines at least once per week and if the Brasilians are concerned, so am I. The famous falls, which border Argentina and Brasil are currently falling prey to Brasil’s severe drought. The water [...]

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