Archive for the ‘culture’ Category

Sending Much Love and Positivity to the Lakes District

Wednesday, June 8th, 2011 Posted in culture | 5 Comments »

We would like to send much love and positive thought to all of those negatively effected by the volcanic eruption of Volcano Puyehue. The Lakes District is a majestic paradise that will always have a special place in our hearts, ...

Bariloche Gathering Showing Support for Japan

Saturday, March 19th, 2011 Posted in culture | 3 Comments »

In loving support to all those suffering in Japan, we would like to pass on the message that there is a nation and city-wide meditation being held in Argentina and Bariloche on Sunday, March 20th. The Bariloche location is at ...

Our Top 5 Moments of Living Abroad in Argentina

Thursday, July 8th, 2010 Posted in culture, day to day, lifestyle | 7 Comments »

Written by Shanie Although there have been thousands of moments in our five years of living in Argentina that we will fondly remember forever, there are a few that sparkle more than others. Here are our top five experiences, in no ...

How We Came to Live In Bariloche on Our Living Abroad Adventure

Tuesday, July 6th, 2010 Posted in culture, day to day, lifestyle | 14 Comments »

Written by Shanie As you may know, or not, Jamie and I moved to Argentina five years ago, moving to Bariloche two years into living abroad. Being mountain lovers and outdoor adventurists, we first came to Bariloche on a four month ...

Patagonia Animals in Action

Monday, June 28th, 2010 Posted in culture, day to day, fauna, lifestyle | 6 Comments »

Written by Shanie Most definitely, one of my favorite aspects about Patagonia is the up-close-and-personal sitings of animals in their natural habitat. Here are some pictures of creatures cruising that we never got around to posting. Hope you enjoy... Grey tailed fox on ...

Vacationing in Mendoza Argentina

Thursday, June 17th, 2010 Posted in culture, lifestyle, travel | 5 Comments »

Imagine a landscape framed by towering, granite mountains that rival the peaks of Everest and K2. Throw into the picture easy access to some of the world’s best mountaineering, snow skiing and white water adventure. Now include a bustling city decorated by ...

Andes Condor Photo Favorites

Monday, June 14th, 2010 Posted in cosas lindas, culture, day to day, fauna, lifestyle | 5 Comments »

Written by Shanie We mentioned that one of the aspects to Patagonia that we are going to miss is watching the beautiful and majestic condor flying the Patagonian winds. Watching these amazing giant creatures of the sky is an aspect of this ...

Getting Ready for Mundial!

Monday, June 7th, 2010 Posted in culture, sports | 4 Comments »

Written by Jamie Here in Argentina all of the attention these days is focused on the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, which begins this weekend. After Argentina's disappointing 6th place finish in 2006, the country is eager for redemption. I caught up ...

¡Feliz Cumpleaños Argentina!

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010 Posted in culture | No Comments »

Happy 200th birthday to Argentina! This afternoon from Cerro Goye

Patagonia Sustainable Trails Project

Thursday, May 13th, 2010 Posted in culture, sports, travel | No Comments »

It is absolutely true that the beauty in Patagonia is awe-inspiring. So, it is great to hear of stories in which Mother Nature is being respected, appreciated and supported. Here is a great example of that...plus a good look at some ...