Peninsula Valdes - by Max

 If you choose to visit an area in Argentina, I recommend Valdes. This almost-round island is connected to mainland Argentina by a stretch of arid land covered in  scorched bush. In other words, you could say it was a bridge. Whether it is or isn't an island...nevertheless, it's very windy and rainy there. There are several hotels in the small and only town on the peninsula, but only one campsite. Luckily, the area is covered with trees, which provide good shelter from the howling winds. If you go there, you will need sun cream, water proof jacket and ear buds. You might think it weird the that you need sun cream when you're wearing wind breakers and ear buds, so here's why... When the sun is blazing but you're cold from the icy wind, it means you won't notice getting badly sun burnt. It often rains and is always windy on Peninsula Valdes. At night time, the wind is at its worst, so it makes lots of noise from the flapping tent and the rattle of trees. It may sound sound horrible and you never want to go there. But you won't regret it, for if you see the massive sand dunes, beaching orcas that are seeking food in the form of baby seals, the fat, lazy elephant seals, the sleeping penguins, or enjoy warming up at a coffee shop drinking hot milk with chocolate, you will change your mind!
Island or not, Valdes is a special, unique, isolated  area of land that is non-stop fun. It is an unspoiled reserve filled with surprises. How lucky one is to experience this amazing part of South America.