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Journey to the end of the world DAY 7

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April 4th 2009
Definitely one the most eventful days. We woke up this morning determined to reach the end of the world, but still dauntingly far away from our goal. Banking on generous tax rebates occurring at some point this month, we extended the car hire by four days. We needed to cross the water, to get to the Island Tierra del Fuego, but the only crossing listed in our guide book was $60 with the car. ... read more

South America » Argentina » Santa Cruz » El Calafate

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Following independence from Spain in 1816, Argentina experienced periods of internal political conflict between conservatives and liberals and between civilian and military factions. After World War II, a long period of Peronist authoritarian rule an... ... read more