The ultimate travel menu of locations
As part of this month’s travel blog linkup, I’m sharing my ultimate travel menu of locations. From an entrée (short haul) to a main (long haul) and a memorable desert. This menu will take you across three different continents with a variety of languages and cultures.
Entrée course travel location
Puerto Madryn to El Calafate, Argentina.
Southern Right Whale (head), Puerto Piramides
A short haul flight if you’re already in Argentina and want to avoid a 2 day bus journey.
You’ve had a little taste of Patagonia on the East Coast of Argentina, seeing whales, penguins and seals…
Magellanic Penguin sleeping walking, Peninsula Valdes
Elephant Seals, Punta Norte, Peninsula Valdes
Armadillo eating, Punta Norte, Peninsula Valdes
Flying into El Calafate you’re greeted with baby blue waters in the landscapes as you land.
Once you’ve arrived, treat yourself to the best home cooked meals at the hotel called Hospedaje Lautaro. Then nip out to Perito Moreno Glacier to watch ice crash as the glacier grows. Spend the afternoon wandering around all the pathways and marvel at the sheer size of this glacier.
Perito Moreno Glacier, Santa Cruz, Argentina
Ice falling from Perito Moreno Glacier, Santa Cruz, Argentina
Me standing in front of Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina
If you need a bit of a warm up to the main course, then pop out to El Chalten for some hiking and more glaciers!
Cerro Torre, El Chalten
Laguna Cerro Torre
Main course travel location
Africa
Now when it comes to a long haul main course you’ve got to make it worth your while. Don’t just stop at one country try a few.
It could be Kenya–Uganda–Rwanda like my first visit.
Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
Visiting orphanages, national parks, going on chimpanzee hikes and meeting gorillas in the wild.
Sadia Orphanage, Kenya
Elephant feeding, Nairobi Elephant Orphanage, Kenya
Baby baboon’s that are carried by cuddling the back or tummy of a parent, Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
Water Buffalo, Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
Zebra, Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
Leopard, Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
Chimpanzee, Kibale National Park, Uganda
Tea Plantation near Kibale, Uganda
Silverback Gorilla, Rwanda, 2011
Gorilla sleeping, Rwanda
A baby gorilla in Rwanda
If that’s not enough then you can jump off a bridge in Uganda (bungee) and white water raft in the treacherous waters of Jinja.
Bungee Jumping, Jinja, Uganda. Definitely outside of my comfort zone.
White water rafting in Jinja, Uganda through the Nile river
Don’t worry this main course will certainly leave a lasting impression.
Memorable desert travel location
Amalfi coast, Italy
The coast of Amalfi
The desert course has to be picturesque which means your journey will probably take you to Italy.
While you will have many delectable choices to choose from, may I suggest the Amalfi Coast?
I’d highly recommend starting around Positano, wander the flower filled white washed buildings that adorn the cliff leading down to the ocean edge.
Positano, possibly the most-dreamy spot in all of Italy
Standing above Positano, Italy
From there take a bus to the Amalfi township and finish up at the romantic destination of Ravello. Plenty of floral opportunities with incredible views, you may even happen upon the odd wedding or engagement while you’re there!
The stunning gardens at Ravello, Italy
Ravello Gardens in Italy
Where would your ultimate travel menu of locations take you?
gorgeous photos! cute penguins:)
Thanks!
Oh my goodness, South America in on my WanderList and I spoke about this on the #travellinkup! Wow! So glad its on your menu, as are Kenya and Rwanda! Totally enjoyed this post!
Cheers, it’s quite an interesting mix isn’t it?!
What a wonderful variety of travel destinations! The glacier looks amazing!
Yer that glacier is definitely a must-see if you’re ever in Argentina
Oh myself gosh your photos of animals in Africa are fantastic!! And you’re not the first to mention the Amalfi Coast and I think I’m convinced!
Aww thanks. Yes Amalfi coast is great, the town of Amalfi itself isn’t great, but Positano, Sorrento, Capri and Ravello are pretty awesome
Omg I LOOOOVE these photos – that leopard shot is very good, and the penguin is adorbs! I didn’t realise Argentina had so much wildlife, and it’s stunning!
I love Positano and Capri! x
Positano really is stunning isn’t it?! Yer Argentina has plenty on penguins, seals and whales in Patagonia, pretty incredible
I really (really) need to see more of Italy – loved your dessert course!
Italy must just about be my most visited country – so much to offer!
Now THIS is a gorgeous array of experiences Ngaire!
Thanks! It’s a diverse menu that’s for sure!
El Calafate looks incredible, love this
Yer Patagonia is stunning
That photo of the leopard climbing a tree is so amazing! And I love your choice of destinations!
Cheers! That leopard photo was a split second before it bounded away!