On Isla Del Sol, Lake Titicaca; the largest lake in the world!
Inhabitants on the island have little farms for minimal produce and an amazing view!
The floating islands was an amazing story. Goes to show the extent we humans will take to survive! 
Inhabitants used straw like plants to make everything on their island including their boats!
They had moved to these floating islands to escape the Spainards!
Not much time was spent in Chile. Spent some time in Santiago and San Padero de Atacama. Chile was a bustling city, probably not as wild as Buenos Aires, but nonetheless it was filled with people in the streets. Walking out the bus station, it was immediately apparent of the city ‘stench’. Not that there is anything wrong with cities, but there is always an aura in most big congested cities. Car pollution, trash on the street, spitting and loads of more city stereotypical characteristics! An interesting attribute was the numerous Chinese shops in Chile. From restaurants to general stores. On a free walking tour, it was even mentioned that there was an underground Chinese mafia that imports many illegal goods from China. Something that just is not surprising at all.
About a 6 hour bus ride turned into an 8 hour bus ride from Mendoza, Argentina to Santiago Chile. Border control was strict. Although there was not much of security fencing, Chile was strict in allowing certain products and services into the country. First queue was getting an Argentina exit stamp and if you step sideways, it was a Chile entry stamp.So convenient… We all had to fill up a declaration form indicating that we have thrown away all our food and food related products before entering. A German fella I was travelling with forgot he had some onions in his backpack. The next thing was the border control supervisor kicking and screaming at him. Making him fill up the entire form again. It these situations ‘No Entiendo’ is the best phrase to keep in hand (I do not understand). Helps you get farther in South America!
As we were lining up watching this man jump and down, our bus driver collected some spare change from the rest of the passengers, gave it to a guy from border control, and somehow we the man calmed down and we were off to Chile! Continue reading
Bodega La Azul! In Uco Valley, Mendoza, there is a small family run winery that produces exquisite wines! Small boutique wineries will always impress wine fanatics! Not only because of the quality wine, but because of the family setting. A passion fuels from love that was seen at this winery. The kinship added to the beauty and every drop of wine!
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Now that your attention has been enticed by this waffle… There was a Waffleria at El Chalten, which was the best shop in town! What better way to finish a long days’ hike with a warm waffle, cream and some El Chalten berry ice cream! Although it was cold and windy, that did not stop us from taking a four hour hike up to the panoramic views of El Chalten! From the panoramic views, we were able to see Fitz Roy and the Glaciers! Continue reading
One of the most beautiful places is El Chalten. Upon arrival, you can take a casual hour walk to a nearby waterfall. Of course it is too cold to swim, however it was a great way for the town to embrace travellers!
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