ByVickieDe
Here I discuss what made this South American cruise an unforgettable travel experience. We focus more on the cruise ship, the Sapphire Princess, highlighting the amenities and experiences (both good and not-so-good) and life aboard when cruising South America and Beyond.
ByVickieDe
After a rough night rounding Cape Horn, our cruise ship arrives in Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city on Earth. Nestled at the southern tip of South America, this city is often called “The End of the World.”
ByVickieDe
Penguins are the main draw in the Falklands, and there are a lot of penguins! In this general order, our focus for the day is Penguins at Bertha’s Beach and Gypsy Cove, Understanding a bit of the history of the Falklands, the Cape Pembroke Lighthouse, and Stanley.
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Spending even 1 day in the Buenos Aires cruise port offers an unforgettable glimpse into the heart of Argentina and was the best way to start what was an epic month-long cruise for us.
The hop-on hop-off bus tour efficiently explores key highlights like Plaza de Mayo and Recoleta Cemetery, offering a surface-level view of Buenos Aires’ rich cultural heritage.
For those with more time, a food tour reveals Argentina’s culinary delights, from hearty sandwiches at Café Paulin to the sweet pastries of London City. These experiences, bustling markets, and historical landmarks offer a rich tapestry of Buenos Aires’ vibrant life.
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There are many ways to visit Iguazu Falls, including group tours, self-guided tours, and private tours. If walking isn’t for you, the Rainforest Ecological Train, a narrow-gauge railway, takes you through the park all the way up to the famous Devil’s Throat Fall (la Garganta del Diablo). You could also arrange a helicopter ride to fly over the falls or set up a jungle safari.
ByVickieDe
Honestly, we’ve been considering a “world cruise”; it’s been sitting on our bucket list, waiting for the right time. We just returned from a 32-day South American cruise from Buenos Aires to Los Angeles. Since this was our 27th cruise, you can safely say we like to cruise as a way of travel. However, this cruise also led us to take a world cruise off our bucket list. Here’s how we weighed the pros and cons …