Skiing in Latin America

Growing up in Canada, there was nothing more exotic and appealing to me than the idea of skiing in Latin America. While I huddled in my snowsuit trying to block out the inhumane -40 (yes, that is a minus sign!) celcius winds at the top of Mont Tremblant, I pictured sunshine accompanied by blaring latin tunes and a patagonian backdrop that Intrawest would die for. 

I finally got the chance to experience it for myself four years ago while on my honeymoon. Granted, we hadn't gone to Latin America specifically to ski, in fact it was a spur of the moment decision to head down to Bariloche, but I was a bit disappointed with what I discovered. This recent article in the LA Times brought back familiar memories.

It was easy enough to get ourselves organized for this last-minute excersion. Plenty of outfitters in town had a great selection of 70's-era snowsuits. The local bus from the main street took us right up to Cerro Catedral, the main hill in the area. The crowd was mostly international - Brazilians and Chileans who were taking advantage of the low Argentine Peso. Unfortunately, the hill was barely covered in snow (this was in July, near the peak of the season) and what little snow remained was wet and heavy, and exhausting to enjoy. Although I did get my latin music and outstanding landscapes, I was a little disenchanted by the Latin American slopes. Thankfully there is plenty else to see and do in Bariloche and we had a wonderful time exploring this part of Patagonia.

For those in the know, Las Leñas is the place to go. Located near the city of Mendoza in the Northwest, Las Leñas, although a bit of a hike and isolated from much else, reportedly receives the most snow and provides the best conditions for skiers. It is the largest ski resort in the country with over 40 miles of trails and an elevation of 11,250 feet.

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