Patagonia with Carolyn Shimek

In this episode of Mixtape Travels, host Shannon Gomes interviews Carolyn Schimick, an avid traveler and park ranger, about her recent two-month journey through Patagonia, Chile, and Argentina. Carolyn shares insights on planning the trip, the logistics of overlanding, and the contrasting experiences between the two countries. She also discusses her adventures in Chiloé Island, Tierra del Fuego, and the Atacama Desert, highlighting memorable moments and lessons learned along the way. The conversation emphasizes the beauty of travel, the importance of flexibility, and the joy of cultural exchanges.