Posts in the Natural Wonders Category

Patagonia: The Perito Moreno Glacier outside of El Calafate

The Internet in Patagonia blows the big one. Now, I realize that there is nothing down here. I realize that it is a beautiful place, full of glaciers, and penguins, and sheep farmers. However, there is no reason that I should not be able to send an email in 5 minutes. As far as computers go, Patagonia –both Argentinian and Chilean- are hopelessly trapped in 1996.

The 32 hour bus ride from Bariloche was not much better than Internet connections in Patagonia. I have come to the conclusion that I am simply too large for bus transportation. In addition, I am too large for planes, the back seats of most cars, and bicycles. My most recent addition to the list is horses.

Anyway, enough bitching.  On with the good stuff. I saw a Glacier!

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