Hello! I'm Fernando, the creator of this travel blog called "The Prism of Fer."
First of all, I want to thank you for reading these lines. I know our time is a very valuable and scarce resource these days, so THANK YOU for being here. I hope this corner of the digital world inspires you, helps you plan your next adventure, or at least puts a smile on your face.
Let me tell you a little about myself.
How this passion for traveling was born
My passion for travel was born when I was a child, on those family trips that awakened my curiosity for the unknown and a love of new landscapes. It was the 1990s in Argentina, and traveling abroad was an affordable luxury for many middle-class families.
But it was at 22 years old when my journey as an independent traveler truly began, without friends or family: alone, in a hostel in San Rafael (Argentina), with a backpack full of expectations and somewhat unsure of what I was going to find. But that first trip turned out to be just the starting point of a way of life that, over the years, became my greatest source of learning, freedom, and connection with the world.
Over time, I discovered that what fulfills me most when traveling is getting away from the conventional. I fell in love with remote destinations, those corners of the world where the connection with nature is deep and cultures are intensely and authentically experienced. Trekking became my favorite way to explore: walking among mountains, passing through isolated villages, and letting each step bring me closer to new ways of seeing life.
My travels and experiences to date
I have traveled the legendary Camino de Santiago (French route), hitched the Pamir Highway from Kyrgyzstan to Dushanbe, felt the immensity of the Himalayas in Nepal, hiked the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia, explored desert landscapes such as the Sahara in Morocco, the Gobi in Mongolia, Wadi Rum in Jordan or the Thar in India, and of course experiencing the trails of my beloved Argentina. Every experience lived on those roads has been saved in my mental drawer, turning each adventure into an unforgettable memory.
But it's not all adventure and mountains. I'm also passionate about immersing myself in cultures radically different from my own, losing myself in their streets, understanding their customs, and sharing conversations with locals. It's these encounters, often unexpected, that fulfill me the most and remind me that, although different, we all seek the same things: connection, meaning, and a place in the world.
Asian cultures particularly fascinate me. Their ancient traditions, unique cuisine, and the warmth of their people have brought me back time and time again. Traveling the legendary Silk Road was a dream come true: walking through ancient markets, crossing landscapes that seem frozen in time, and discovering how East and West have intertwined over the centuries was an experience that shaped the way I see the world.
From feeling the hustle and bustle of the streets of India, to finding myself bargaining in an Afghan market in the Wakhan Valley or contemplating the serenity of the temples in Kyoto, each destination is a gateway to a new way of understanding life.
But when I'm not exploring the world, my alter ego takes over: I've been working as a Software Developer for over 15 years. Technology has given me the freedom to work from anywhere, allowing me to combine two worlds I love: web development and travel. While I'm writing lines of code, I'm also charting new paths to follow.
What to expect from the The prism of Fer blog
In this travel blog, you'll find articles designed to help you plan your trips. Yes, many are written with SEO in mind so you can easily find them on Google, but without losing my personal voice. Each post is informed by my perspective, my real experiences, and those sensations you only experience when you're there.
In general, the stories reflect my travel style: backpacking but with certain comforts. I usually stay in hostels. I try to travel cheaply, but I rarely hitchhike (only when necessary rather than by choice). I prioritize attractions to visit in each place; I don't go everywhere. I eat at local stalls or cook for myself; I almost never eat in restaurants.
I promise to keep catching up on the blog; I have a lot to share from my recent trips. There are stories, landscapes, and lessons learned that haven't yet found their place here... but they will soon.
My Instagram account is @el.prisma.de.fer, at the moment I have it private, but if you add me I accept you ;).
I send you my regards, I hope the blog is useful to you and thanks again for your time. If you have any questions, please contact me through this medium or even through Instagram.
