Curated Recommendations
Tons of links to, and recommendations about, excursions, lodging, sights, museums, restaurants, buses, trains, gear, books, ferries and ships as we travel all the world’s seven continents. Nothing is on the list unless we personally recommend it. Ongoing updates. Select your preference below …
Ponant’s L’Austral to Lisbon
“At PONANT, transatlantic voyages will take you back in time when only a ship could connect the old world to the new. Discover the pleasure of large-scale travel while taking time out to switch off and unwind during serene days at sea.
More than just a method of transport, your ship is the epitome of luxury and the experience on board is enhanced by the peacefulness of this type of cruise. Moments of introspection and endless breath-taking surroundings provide a true maritime discovery and adventure on the ocean. Throughout your journey, the iconic stopovers you'll visit on transatlantic crossings are made for those with a passion for discovery.”
Hotel Regis Orho
“Since 1945. Located in the mythical and traditional corner of the Lavalle and Esmeralda pedestrian streets, a few meters from Florida Street and Corrientes Avenue, where you can enjoy cinemas, restaurants, shoppings and where the city’s financial and banking activity lives.
The Regis Hotel offers a harmonious combination of attention, comfort and service. With its Spanish colonial style and red brick imprint, it is a minute walk from Lavalle metro station, a 7 minute walk from Colon Theater and 10 minutes walk from the historic Café Tortoni .”
Casona del Nonno
“La casona del nonno restaurant, is located on the pedestrian street in the center of the city, a mansion from the beginning of the century with a classic period balcony, welcomes you to receive you warmly in a cozy atmosphere, with excellent service and location in two air-conditioned rooms.
For more than 20 years we have chosen the best products from the same kitchen team and chef to achieve the quality of homemade pasta dishes and combinations with the right sauces. Grill with red meats such as chorizo steak, loin steak, also flavored, poultry prepared in sauce and grilled, Pagónico Lamb. Our Pastas are homemade with a variety of sauces. Fresh fish and shellfish dishes (ask). Rice and risottos. We offer you various garden and seasonal salads.
We also receive you with several menus to choose from, meat, poultry. Fish to share along with tasting pasta dishes.”
Tolosa Hotel
“Make yourself at home in one of the 90 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, housekeeping is provided daily, and you can request cribs/infant beds (complimentary).Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Puerto Madryn? This hotel has 915 square feet (85 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.You can enjoy a meal at a restaurant serving the guests of Hotel Tolosa, or stop in at a snack bar/deli. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.” -From hrs.com
Hosteria Restaurate America
“Located in front of the only panoramic point and geographic center of the city, Paseo Parque Centenario “LAS AMÉRICAS”, Ushuaia.”
Quark Expedition’s Polar Adventure to Antarctica
Sailing on a Quark Expedition polar adventure, a 9 day voyage to one of Earth’s remaining wildernesses. Our vessel was Ocean Diamond, a 189 passenger classic expedition ship. Ultramarine is shown in the photo.
Kalma Restaurant
“The sum of experiences in the professional cooking, the desire to bring the personal touch to a project that reflects a whole way of doing, thinking and being into the world of gastronomy. Thus arose Kalma Resto, by Jorge Monopoli. An articulation of knowledge that is more than the sum of its parts.
Kalma is calm, it's intimate. A small space, just 24 seats, personal attention, varied accompanying music. The goal, getting beyond what is strictly gastronomic, generating experiences.”
Hotel Albatros Ushuaia
“Albatros Hotel is located just in front of the Beagle Channel, one minute walk from the Ushuaia Port and from the downtown, it includes spa and concierge services. It is located 3 km from the International Airport of Ushuaia, Malvinas Argentinas, just 8 km from the End of the World Train Station and at 300 m from the End of World Museum.”
Parillia La Estancia Restaurante
Located in the center of Ushuaia, La Estancia is a barbecue restaurant known for its lamb. It is rated as one of the best Argentine restaurants in the city. Double check the hours. La Estancia closes between lunch and dinner.
Australis’s Ventus from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia
“We invite you to explore the wonders of the Patagonian fjords with Australis, a Chilean Expedition Cruise company that, since 1990, has been touring the main attractions of Tierra del Fuego, the Strait of Magellan, the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn. Come and discover an impressive geography, marked by imposing GLACIERS, native forests and exotic flora and fauna, while sailing through channels of incomparable beauty.
Our journey sails through one of the few uninhabited areas of the planet, promoting an EXCLUSIVE, NON-INVASIVE tourism, accompanied by expert guides, trained to inform and instruct our guests on a scientific basis. A unique experience, which combines PREMIUM ALL-INCLUSIVE SERVICE, the best standards in hospitality and fascinating field EXPEDITIONS, all based on an operation that prioritizes, above all, sustainability and safety.”
Mesita Grande
“Located in the city of Punta Arenas you will find our place that combines the best of Italian cuisine and traditional Patagonian flavors.
Our pastas are fresh, with selected local products, which gives a delicious flavor and freshness to all our preparations.
The pizzas are instantly prepared by our "pizzaiolo", and cooked in a wood-fired oven, which gives it its unique flavor.”
Okusa Restaurante and Emporio
“Okusa is a restaurant with rustic charm and delicious Chilean food. The atmospher is relaxed and the service can be slow, but the food more than makes up for it. There is a full bar available, as well as wine and beer. Reservations are not necessary, but they are recommended if you want to dine in peace.”
Wake Up Cafe
“Snug cafe serving creative coffee drinks, breakfast plates & sweet treats in understated digs.”
Torres del Paine National Park
“Torres del Paine National Park, in Chile’s Patagonia region, is known for its soaring mountains, bright blue icebergs that cleave from glaciers and golden pampas (grasslands) that shelter rare wildlife such as llama-like guanacos. Some of its most iconic sites are the 3 granite towers from which the park takes its name and the horn-shaped peaks called Cuernos del Paine.”
Hotel Lago Gray
“Located on Grey Lake, surrounded by a crystalline glacier, granite mountains peaks, forests, and rivers, this hotel is the ideal location for a Torres del Paine National Park getaway. The whole family will enjoy a variety of services and facilities, available at any time of the year. Your adventure in this beautiful corner of the Chilean Patagonia will be unforgettable!”
Lago del Toro
“Located on the river side of the Serrano; natural borders of Torres del Paine National Park, seven kilometers to the administration office of National Park, where you can see the majestic beauty of the Paine Mountain and the Almirante Nieto Mountain.
Hosteria Lago Del Toro has ten comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, central heater and a dining-room. Hosteria Lago del Toro offers you personal service and a warm environment.”
Grey River Kayaking, Torres del Paine
Provided by Tutravesia.com
Difficulty level: Beginners
Duration: Full day
Distance: 25 Km / 18 miles of paddling
Operational season: September to April
Departures: every day on request
Hosteria Del Torres
“With 85 charmed rooms, Las Torres Patagonia it’s found 10 kilometers from the Towers of the Paine and it is the hotel closest to them. This privileged location makes it the neuralgic center for all tours to mountains, glaciers, lakes and rivers.
The Hotel has a superb restaurant, where you can enjoy typical regional dishes prepared using fresh produce from the Hotels own organic vegetable garden. With more than 20 excursions, 150 horses, vehicles and guides willing to show you the wonder of this amazing national Park. You will also find a marvelous, relaxing SPA that will tone you up after a tour so that you can start a new day with renewed vigor.
The Hotels offers “All inclusive Programs” that includes transfer, agro-tourism, excursions, all meals, open bar, spa discounts and all the Patagonian Nature for you to enjoy.”
Pampa Lodge
“Our hotel was built in 2014, it is located in Pueblito Rio Serrano, 80 km away. from Puerto Natales, Pampa Lodge was designed in a way that it did not interfere with nature, making it part of the same environment, it is immersed between Ñirres, Wetlands and Rivers. It has a minimalist and rustic design, the decoration of the rooms was made with recovered wood and decorative looms made by artisans.”
Luciano Galvez Martinez - Local Guide
Luciano is an experienced world traveler who can provide excellent guidance through Patagonia.