debut: 2/16/17
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Recollections of my trip to two Continents.
Some memories of visiting Continents in the Southern Hemisphere , lead by an experience guide from Boston, USA
From Toronto, we flew to Lima, Peru, then continued on to Quito, Ecuador, with final arrival at San Cristobal Galapagos Airport.
El Junco Lagoon, with its fascinating history as a volcanic crater lake, attracts numerous visitors to San Cristobal.
Regrettably, we spent a total of 5 days on the island.
At night I looked for the bright planetary nebula in the constellation Centaurus, nicknamed the "Blue Planetary" or "The Southerner".
It is the brightest of the far southern planetary nebulae.
There are a multitude of fascinating creatures in this area, and unfortunately, our group of tourists is causing disruption to their natural habitat.
Images.
Saying welcome to Galapagos
Galapagos lizard
Galapagos Turtle
Blue Footed Booby
On to Machu Picchu
Traveling from San Cristobal to Quito and then to Lima, Peru. Next, we have Cusco's airport, Alejandro Velazco Astete, which sits at an impressive altitude of 3,416 m (10,415 ft). We had the option of hiking the 26 kilometers up to Machu Picchu or taking a bus. Our group decided to go hiking, and we made sure to have all the necessary amenities carried by porters for our trip. The breathtaking mountain vistas and the enchanting waterfalls captivated me after four days of hiking. On the fifth day, we arrived at the Inca citadel, as our local guides referred to it. The hazy mist in the early morning had a mysterious atmosphere while walking through the Sun Gate. As we gazed upon Machu Picchu, the sun would soon dissipate the clouds, revealing the awe-inspiring archaeological site before us. Being present at this location was a truly remarkable intellectual encounter. The Incas who built this site, the fascinating history of its inhabitants, and the intricate pathways captivated me. We were to stay here for two days to investigate Machu Picchu. It's unfortunate to depart, as there wasn't sufficient time. We were transported back to Aguas Calientes by bus, and the following morning, we made our way from Cusco to Lima.
Images
Climbing up
Resting
Spell bound at what I am seeing
How did the Inca do this
Amazing Over 13,000 ft
What are they doing visiting
Gave them all apples..
Saying Goodbye
We are now traveling from Buenos Aires to Antarctica.
We took a direct flight with Aerolineas Argentinas to Ushuaia, which lasted 3.5 hours.
Regrettably, a wind storm affected our landing.
It seemed to be the result of the notorious roaring 40's.
Later that day, we embarked on the vessel Expedition, a vessel that would transport 123 passengers to the mesmerizing landscapes of Antarctica.
We braved the treacherous Drake Passage, battling against fierce waters and towering waves.
The haunting sound of the winds echoed through the Roaring 40's, which dominate this region.
The captain recommended listening to the sound of those winds, which could be heard from over 100 kilometers away, as they would reach us within an hour.
First encountered in 1525 by Spanish navigator Francisco de Hoces, the Drake Passage has since gained a reputation as an unforgiving and perilous body of water.
The body of water is named after the renowned English explorer, Sir Francis Drake.
Although Drake himself never personally sailed through the waters that bear his name, one of his ships did come close to that area, uncovering a significant link between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
After a day, we arrived at Half Moon Island and Whalers Bay. Antarctica
We experienced two landings per day over the course of five days with knowledgeable guides who provided us with insights into the breathtaking landscape and the fascinating creatures that inhabit both the land and the frigid ocean, including seals, penguins and killer whales.
I shall never forget those winds called the sound of the Roaring 40's permanently etched in my memory.
Images.
Antarctica ahead
Our Ship
Feeding Time
Huts
Outpost
Post office hut abandoned
Whale Bones
Antarctica whales
Some memories of visiting Continents in the Southern Hemisphere , lead by an experience guide from Boston, USA
From Toronto, we flew to Lima, Peru, then continued on to Quito, Ecuador, with final arrival at San Cristobal Galapagos Airport.
El Junco Lagoon, with its fascinating history as a volcanic crater lake, attracts numerous visitors to San Cristobal.
Regrettably, we spent a total of 5 days on the island.
At night I looked for the bright planetary nebula in the constellation Centaurus, nicknamed the "Blue Planetary" or "The Southerner".
It is the brightest of the far southern planetary nebulae.
There are a multitude of fascinating creatures in this area, and unfortunately, our group of tourists is causing disruption to their natural habitat.
Images.
Saying welcome to Galapagos
Galapagos lizard
Galapagos Turtle
Blue Footed Booby
On to Machu Picchu
Traveling from San Cristobal to Quito and then to Lima, Peru. Next, we have Cusco's airport, Alejandro Velazco Astete, which sits at an impressive altitude of 3,416 m (10,415 ft). We had the option of hiking the 26 kilometers up to Machu Picchu or taking a bus. Our group decided to go hiking, and we made sure to have all the necessary amenities carried by porters for our trip. The breathtaking mountain vistas and the enchanting waterfalls captivated me after four days of hiking. On the fifth day, we arrived at the Inca citadel, as our local guides referred to it. The hazy mist in the early morning had a mysterious atmosphere while walking through the Sun Gate. As we gazed upon Machu Picchu, the sun would soon dissipate the clouds, revealing the awe-inspiring archaeological site before us. Being present at this location was a truly remarkable intellectual encounter. The Incas who built this site, the fascinating history of its inhabitants, and the intricate pathways captivated me. We were to stay here for two days to investigate Machu Picchu. It's unfortunate to depart, as there wasn't sufficient time. We were transported back to Aguas Calientes by bus, and the following morning, we made our way from Cusco to Lima.
Images
Climbing up
Resting
Spell bound at what I am seeing
How did the Inca do this
Amazing Over 13,000 ft
What are they doing visiting
Gave them all apples..
Saying Goodbye
We are now traveling from Buenos Aires to Antarctica.
We took a direct flight with Aerolineas Argentinas to Ushuaia, which lasted 3.5 hours.
Regrettably, a wind storm affected our landing.
It seemed to be the result of the notorious roaring 40's.
Later that day, we embarked on the vessel Expedition, a vessel that would transport 123 passengers to the mesmerizing landscapes of Antarctica.
We braved the treacherous Drake Passage, battling against fierce waters and towering waves.
The haunting sound of the winds echoed through the Roaring 40's, which dominate this region.
The captain recommended listening to the sound of those winds, which could be heard from over 100 kilometers away, as they would reach us within an hour.
First encountered in 1525 by Spanish navigator Francisco de Hoces, the Drake Passage has since gained a reputation as an unforgiving and perilous body of water.
The body of water is named after the renowned English explorer, Sir Francis Drake.
Although Drake himself never personally sailed through the waters that bear his name, one of his ships did come close to that area, uncovering a significant link between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
After a day, we arrived at Half Moon Island and Whalers Bay. Antarctica
We experienced two landings per day over the course of five days with knowledgeable guides who provided us with insights into the breathtaking landscape and the fascinating creatures that inhabit both the land and the frigid ocean, including seals, penguins and killer whales.
I shall never forget those winds called the sound of the Roaring 40's permanently etched in my memory.
Images.
Antarctica ahead
Our Ship
Feeding Time
Huts
Outpost
Post office hut abandoned
Whale Bones
Antarctica whales
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