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  • 23 January 2026

    My Trek of the Amazing Torres del Paine W Circuit

  • Africa, Tanzania

    On the Shores of Lake Victoria in Mwanza and on to the Serengeti

    22 February 2009

    In early 2007, I went to Tanzania for work reasons…

  • Europe, Poland

    Details of Trip to Krakow

    22 February 2009

    Today is Sunday and this coming Friday, I am off…

  • Europe, France

    Learning French in France

    21 February 2009

    In 2005, I decided that it was time to take…

  • Caribbean/C America, Puerto Rico

    The Enchanting Capital of the Isla del Encanto – Old San Juan

    16 February 2009

    Writing about Puerto Rico will not be easy for me…

  • Europe, France

    Registration for the 25th Bordeaux Marathon (Marathon du Medoc) is Here!!

    15 February 2009

    Ok, the time has come…registration for the 25th Bordeaux Marathon…

  • Europe, France, Good Eats and Drinks

    My Everyday in Paris

    7 February 2009

    I am sure the world does not need another writeup…

  • Europe, Switzerland

    A short happy life on the Tour de Mont Blanc (TMB)

    1 February 2009

    A guest post by Chris Sanders. Ok, I confess –…

  • Africa

    On the Way to Tanzania, via Dubai

    31 January 2009

    My first international travel with the non-profit organization I work…

  • Europe, Spain

    Southern Spain – The Jewels of Andalucía – Córdoba and Granada

    29 January 2009

    In a land known for being enriched by the comings…

  • Europe, Finland

    A Winter Visit to Helsinki

    28 January 2009

    Many moons ago, I got to go to Helsinki for…

  • Bella Bologna – Italy’s secret
    Europe, Italy

    Bella Bologna – Italy’s secret

    24 January 2009

    The following is a guest post by fellow traveler, Chris…

  • Camino de Santiago, Europe, Hiking, Spain

    30 Days on El Camino de Santiago

    24 January 2009

    Guest post by my friend and fellow traveler, Chris Sanders.…

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  • The winds at Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia are no joke. The gusts can be severe but, often, they are just fun. However, they do a number on your hair when it comes time for pix! My buddy Mark wins the prize for his hair looking the most like the peaks of Torres del Paine (last pic)! 
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#Chile #Patagonia #hiking #adventure #trekking #outdoors #windy #TdP

  • I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

  • Some views of Glacier Grey from the mirador near Refugio Grey at the start of day 2 of the W Circuit.  10 yrs ago I did a great ice hike on this glacier; this ice hike requires a short ride on a zodiac, a walk along the moraine, and then a walk onto the glacier.  I skipped it this time, but my buddy did it while I enjoyed this walk to the mirador and R&R at the refugio!

  • With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

  • Just completed my second W Circuit at Torres del Paine in Chile's amazing Patagonia!  Here is a view that includes the towers that gove the park its name!  A wonderful trek!!!

  • Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

  • On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

  • Time for re-fueling, after an early start and long flight from Rio) with some spectacular empanadas (and a beer...) in Buenos Aires' Palermo neighborhood!  #visitabuenosaires🇦🇷❤️

  • Visited Christ the Redeemer (aka Corcovado), a Catholic site that has Jesus looking at the world with open arms. A beautiful place that I am glad I got to see again on a majestic day. #rio #brasil #brazil

  • Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

  • "Nakatomi Plaza" is da bomb. @localthree 's Shawn is a #cocktail genius. Check out this unique variant of an Old Fashioned - perfect for this time of year.

  • So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

  • I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

  • Team effort makes the puzzle happen!

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The winds at Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia are no joke. The gusts can be severe but, often, they are just fun. However, they do a number on your hair when it comes time for pix! My buddy Mark wins the prize for his hair looking the most like the peaks of Torres del Paine (last pic)! 
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#Chile #Patagonia #hiking #adventure #trekking #outdoors #windy #TdP

The winds at Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia are no joke. The gusts can be severe but, often, they are just fun. However, they do a number on your hair when it comes time for pix! My buddy Mark wins the prize for his hair looking the most like the peaks of Torres del Paine (last pic)! 
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#Chile #Patagonia #hiking #adventure #trekking #outdoors #windy #TdP

The winds at Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia are no joke. The gusts can be severe but, often, they are just fun. However, they do a number on your hair when it comes time for pix! My buddy Mark wins the prize for his hair looking the most like the peaks of Torres del Paine (last pic)! 
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#Chile #Patagonia #hiking #adventure #trekking #outdoors #windy #TdP

The winds at Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia are no joke. The gusts can be severe but, often, they are just fun. However, they do a number on your hair when it comes time for pix! My buddy Mark wins the prize for his hair looking the most like the peaks of Torres del Paine (last pic)! 
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#Chile #Patagonia #hiking #adventure #trekking #outdoors #windy #TdP

The winds at Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia are no joke. The gusts can be severe but, often, they are just fun. However, they do a number on your hair when it comes time for pix! My buddy Mark wins the prize for his hair looking the most like the peaks of Torres del Paine (last pic)! 
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#Chile #Patagonia #hiking #adventure #trekking #outdoors #windy #TdP

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The winds at Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia are no joke. The gusts can be severe but, often, they are just fun. However, they do a number on your hair when it comes time for pix! My buddy Mark wins the prize for his hair looking the most like the peaks of Torres del Paine (last pic)!
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#Chile #Patagonia #hiking #adventure #trekking #outdoors #windy #TdP
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I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

I dream of returning to this place to stay!  Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner.  She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile

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I dream of returning to this place to stay! Back in 2010, I spent 1 night at @cabalgatas_3_pasos in what felt like the middle of nowhere in #Patagonia. It was so peaceful, and the landscape and vistas majestic. At the end of my W Circuit #hike, we passed it and made a stop. I met the owner or, should I say "re" met the owner. She said she would have been the one working it back then. We checked the guest book, but apparently, I did not sign it. She says they now have Starlink connection, so perhaps a work remotely site in my future??? They also do horseriding (cabalgatas) and I think that would be amazing in this corner of Earth. #amazingchile
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Some views of Glacier Grey from the mirador near Refugio Grey at the start of day 2 of the W Circuit.  10 yrs ago I did a great ice hike on this glacier; this ice hike requires a short ride on a zodiac, a walk along the moraine, and then a walk onto the glacier.  I skipped it this time, but my buddy did it while I enjoyed this walk to the mirador and R&R at the refugio!

Some views of Glacier Grey from the mirador near Refugio Grey at the start of day 2 of the W Circuit.  10 yrs ago I did a great ice hike on this glacier; this ice hike requires a short ride on a zodiac, a walk along the moraine, and then a walk onto the glacier.  I skipped it this time, but my buddy did it while I enjoyed this walk to the mirador and R&R at the refugio!

Some views of Glacier Grey from the mirador near Refugio Grey at the start of day 2 of the W Circuit.  10 yrs ago I did a great ice hike on this glacier; this ice hike requires a short ride on a zodiac, a walk along the moraine, and then a walk onto the glacier.  I skipped it this time, but my buddy did it while I enjoyed this walk to the mirador and R&R at the refugio!

Some views of Glacier Grey from the mirador near Refugio Grey at the start of day 2 of the W Circuit.  10 yrs ago I did a great ice hike on this glacier; this ice hike requires a short ride on a zodiac, a walk along the moraine, and then a walk onto the glacier.  I skipped it this time, but my buddy did it while I enjoyed this walk to the mirador and R&R at the refugio!

Some views of Glacier Grey from the mirador near Refugio Grey at the start of day 2 of the W Circuit.  10 yrs ago I did a great ice hike on this glacier; this ice hike requires a short ride on a zodiac, a walk along the moraine, and then a walk onto the glacier.  I skipped it this time, but my buddy did it while I enjoyed this walk to the mirador and R&R at the refugio!

Some views of Glacier Grey from the mirador near Refugio Grey at the start of day 2 of the W Circuit.  10 yrs ago I did a great ice hike on this glacier; this ice hike requires a short ride on a zodiac, a walk along the moraine, and then a walk onto the glacier.  I skipped it this time, but my buddy did it while I enjoyed this walk to the mirador and R&R at the refugio!

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Some views of Glacier Grey from the mirador near Refugio Grey at the start of day 2 of the W Circuit. 10 yrs ago I did a great ice hike on this glacier; this ice hike requires a short ride on a zodiac, a walk along the moraine, and then a walk onto the glacier. I skipped it this time, but my buddy did it while I enjoyed this walk to the mirador and R&R at the refugio!
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With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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#Patagonia #tdp #wcircuit #hiking #trekking

With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day.  This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name.  11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order.  As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet.  I will post some of those once I get them.  There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set! 
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With the W Circuit of Torres del Paine now behind me, here is a quick recap of day 1 (which will NOT do it justice!). Strong winds and gray skies were the weather-of-the-day. This day took us from Refugio Paine Grande, where the boat dropped us off as we entered the park, to Refugio Grey by the massive glacier of the same name. 11km and approximately 4 hrs (with stops). Of course, aprés-hike beverages (piscola and Patagonia beer) were in order. As my phone was being used for AllTrails tracking which consumed my old phone's battery quicker, most photos were taken with my buddy's phone, and I don't have them yet. I will post some of those once I get them. There are a lot of amazing views not shown in this set!
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4/15

Just completed my second W Circuit at Torres del Paine in Chile's amazing Patagonia!  Here is a view that includes the towers that gove the park its name!  A wonderful trek!!!

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Just completed my second W Circuit at Torres del Paine in Chile's amazing Patagonia! Here is a view that includes the towers that gove the park its name! A wonderful trek!!!
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5/15

Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

Back to my favorite spot on Eart:  Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia.  God's wonderful creation at its best!  Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey!  #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia

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Back to my favorite spot on Eart: Torres del Paine National Park in Chile's Patagonia. God's wonderful creation at its best! Shout-out to the great staff at Refugio Grey! #Chile #hiking #Patagonia #TdP @torresdelpainenp @verticepatagonia
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6/15

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town:  parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.

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On an INSANELY burning hot day in Buenos Aires, we opt for a 9mi walk or so all along town: parks near AEP airport, the British Tower and San Martin Park, Caminito, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, la Casa Rosada (the equivalent of the US White House, but pink!), the Obelisk on the massive 9 de Julio Ave, etc.
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7/15

Time for re-fueling, after an early start and long flight from Rio) with some spectacular empanadas (and a beer...) in Buenos Aires' Palermo neighborhood!  #visitabuenosaires🇦🇷❤️

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Time for re-fueling, after an early start and long flight from Rio) with some spectacular empanadas (and a beer…) in Buenos Aires' Palermo neighborhood! #visitabuenosaires🇦🇷❤️
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8/15

Visited Christ the Redeemer (aka Corcovado), a Catholic site that has Jesus looking at the world with open arms. A beautiful place that I am glad I got to see again on a majestic day. #rio #brasil #brazil

Visited Christ the Redeemer (aka Corcovado), a Catholic site that has Jesus looking at the world with open arms. A beautiful place that I am glad I got to see again on a majestic day. #rio #brasil #brazil

Visited Christ the Redeemer (aka Corcovado), a Catholic site that has Jesus looking at the world with open arms. A beautiful place that I am glad I got to see again on a majestic day. #rio #brasil #brazil

Visited Christ the Redeemer (aka Corcovado), a Catholic site that has Jesus looking at the world with open arms. A beautiful place that I am glad I got to see again on a majestic day. #rio #brasil #brazil

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Visited Christ the Redeemer (aka Corcovado), a Catholic site that has Jesus looking at the world with open arms. A beautiful place that I am glad I got to see again on a majestic day. #rio #brasil #brazil
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9/15

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation.  #brasil

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Greetings from Rio de Janeiro. My last visit was 28yrs ago or so, and I am really happy to return to this glorious place of God's creation. #brasil
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11/15

"Nakatomi Plaza" is da bomb. @localthree 's Shawn is a #cocktail genius. Check out this unique variant of an Old Fashioned - perfect for this time of year.

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"Nakatomi Plaza" is da bomb. @localthree 's Shawn is a #cocktail genius. Check out this unique variant of an Old Fashioned – perfect for this time of year.
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12/15

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam!  Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set!  #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography

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So many great memories of my recent trip to north Vietnam! Trying to find photos I haven't posted yet that convey what the experience was is both hard (too many to choose from) and fun (re-living the trip). Here is a set! #Vietnam 🇻🇳 #discover #travelphotography
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13/15

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam.  I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam.  The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣

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I get asked a lot about the #food in #Vietnam. I don't know how the food may vary by region, but I spent my 10 or so days strictly in North Vietnam. The food was definitely varied and, often, way more than we needed was served. Thankfully, we had folks in our group who were more than willing to eat what the rest couldn't pack in 🤣
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Team effort makes the puzzle happen!

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Team effort makes the puzzle happen!
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