At the southernmost tip of South America lies Tierra del Fuego, a land of rugged beauty and historical intrigue. This remote region was home to the Fuegians, the indigenous peoples who have inhabited these harsh landscapes for more than 7,000 years.  In the mid-19th century, there were an estimated 3,000 of them still living a […]

The southern coast of the Chiloe Island is the only place in the world so far where the Humboldt and the Magellanic penguins coexist and breed together and form mixed colonies. Chiloe penguins are thus not a distinct species, but rather a term used to refer to the mixed colony of those flightless birds that […]

The leopard seal thrives in one of the most inhospitable habitats on Earth. These skillful hunters may look cute but they are one of the most fearsome predators of the seas around Antarctica and near the top of the food chain. Don’t miss these 10 interesting facts about this fascinating creature.   

What are Magellanic penguins? Magellanic penguins or spheniscus magellanicus are a medium-sized penguin species named after the explorer Ferdinand Magellan, who was the first to record the animal during an expedition in 1519. They are identifiable by their distinctive white band which loops from each eye and meets at the underside of the throat. As […]

A vacation sailing on the warm waters of the Pacific or the Indian Ocean is a dream that everyone can now afford. Such private cruises, often in small groups, have everything to seduce sea lovers and scenic paradise. Some basic navigational concepts and main boating knots are interesting to learn before leaving. Although there is a […]

When traveling to other countries, one does not only want to marvel at the nature and the flora but also to observe the animals living there at close range. Especially those species that may not be easily seen in a zoo. Llamas are trendy at the moment. They decorate clothes, various gifts, and are used […]

Anyone who books a vacation would like to see something different from home. If they decide on a beach vacation, most of them opt for a room with a sea view.

Determining the solutions to global warming is a huge problem. We can act on an individual level by making small, simple changes in our daily routines. Even if states and companies must also take measures at their level, we also need to realize our power and start acting more consciously.

Waterfalls have a special energy. They are fascinating, evoke power, and generate a number of legends around them, such as the myth of what lies behind the water curtain. Did you know that the world’s highest waterfalls are located in South America?

Sometimes you just need more than an ordinary beach vacation, or maybe even more than a luxury cruise across the Atlantic. If adventure calls, a trip to the South Pole might just be the answer. This type of trip (or should we say expedition?) will make you feel like a true explorer.