Share a South America Cruise With Me?
As I look ahead at travel in South America I’m realizing that it’s one hell of a big place. I am also realizing that air travel is by and large, prohibitively expensive. I have managed to snare a couple of good airfare deals – deals that IF I actually use the return portion, will be very economical. Even if I don’t use the return portions, the price isn’t significantly more expensive than it would have been to bus to my destination. From a budget standpoint, however, one must also consider that bus travel includes lodging (sleep on the bus) and meals. Owing to my upbringing I have a very high tolerance for long haul travel in a vehicle, but I reckon I’ll get plenty of opportunities to test my level of tolerance without jumping right in. I know, I know, you’re reading this because you’re excited about the possibility of sharing a tiny cabin on a cruise ship with me and not about some stupid bus ride….
So here’s the deal, a LOT of what I want to see and do are on the west coast of South America, BUT I would also like to see Iguazu Falls which happens to be closer to the east coast, quite close to Buenos Aires in fact. Now, after zigzagging this massive continent, I was looking for a way to get back to Santiago for my return flight home. Again, this is a toss-up between economics, comfort and experiences..anyhow, in my search I found a cruise that departs Buenos Aires and sails to Santiago (Valparaiso) with ports of call in: Montevideo, Puerto Madryn, Stanley (in the Falkland Islands or Islas Malvinas as you see fit), Ushuaia, Punta Arenas (I’m not bothering getting off the ship at this one…), Puerto Chacabuco and Puerto Madryn. The cruise is 14 nights and the total cost is ~$2200.
Anyhow, this looks like a pretty cool cruise and I’d just like to put it out there to my friends and family or anyone else who reads this and might have some free time in December for a cruise. Split the cost with me, or make me an offer! you can either email me or if you don’t have my email address, use the handy-dandy contact form.
Will @ October 20, 2009
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