Discover Ushuaia: The End of the World in My Global Journey Adventure

After countless days of overtime, I impulsively decided to embark on an adventure to Antarctica during the Spring Festival. My travel companion diligently monitored last-minute ticket deals for an entire month and finally secured our tickets (we snagged the cheapest ones on the whole ship [Party][Party][Party][Party][Party][Party][Party]!!!!) just a week before our departure.

The town we visited was quaint and charming, with snow-capped mountains visible just by looking up, creating a breathtaking and serene backdrop. Even at 9 PM, the sky remained bright and clear [Cute][Cute][Cute], and during our stay, the weather alternated between sunny days and brief, refreshing rain showers.

Hotel: Our ticket included a two-night stay at the Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa, perched high above Ushuaia and boasting the best views in the area. The hotel offers a convenient shuttle service to and from the town, running approximately every hour, and includes amenities such as breakfast, hot spring pools, a game room, and a 360-degree indoor viewing platform.

While many Chinese travelers skip the hot springs, it’s an absolute must-visit! The pools are not only beautiful and relaxing but also incredibly photogenic. We even met an American grandmother who was initially hesitant about taking a dip but found it to be a delightful experience [Cute][Cute][Cute]!

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Food: Dining in Ushuaia can be quite expensive, but the local cuisine is a treat. The most famous dish is king crab, and we dined at El Viejo Marino, a highly recommended spot. A regular-sized king crab there costs around 130,000 pesos (approximately $130), and it was exceptionally fresh and sweet. We also tried the Centolla/Centollon Parmesana & Provalone at Volver, a delicious baked king crab dish priced at 49,000 pesos.

However, it’s worth noting that many restaurants in Argentina do not allow bringing your own drinks and do not provide free water, so be prepared [Facepalm][Facepalm][Facepalm]…

Activities: We booked the Tierra del Fuego National Park tour through the ship company’s agent, which offered a group rate of 30,000 pesos per person, significantly cheaper than purchasing it individually. The guided tour provided insightful commentary throughout. Although the End of the World Post Office was off-limits due to safety concerns, the friendly post office grandpa came out to help stamp our postcards, and the stamps were beautifully designed, though they cost $5 each [Stunned][Stunned][Stunned].

We opted out of the Three Islands Tour, which would have set us back about $60 per person…

To be continued…