From tropical beaches to arctic points, remote terrains to sophisticated cities, Chile is a South American destination like no other. Glide around on the excellent traveling infrastructure, down the spine of the Andes, past the shores of the Pacific and everywhere in-between, and discover the wild wonders of this skinny Latin American country. Outdoor enthusiasts are spoiled for adventure. You can climb active volcanoes, trek through glacial peaks, paddle through fjords, or just soak in the splendor of the diverse landscape. Wine aficionados will want to sample the flavors of Talca vineyards, while history buffs and culture lovers will head offshore to survey the mysteries of Easter Island. And when you’re ready for some Latin urbanity, one-of-a-kind Valparaiso and buzzing capital Santiago await, ready to show you Chile’s cosmopolitan side. None of it is set too far from the snow-capped peaks of the Andes—and all of it is in Chile.
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Photo Essay: Edible Santiago
Bearshapedsphere (Eileen Smith)
Image Paul Lowry.
Completos are a Chilean classic, a giant hotdog slathered with avocado, tomatoes and mayonnaise. They’re an inexpensive (and filling) lunch or late night bar snack.
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5 Alternatives to Starbucks in Santiago
Bearshapedsphere (Eileen Smith)
Photo by kkmarais.
It’s a feeling most of us know, even world travelers. We’re in a new place, hearing a new language, trying to figure out the public transportation system between visits to the ATM, souvenir shopping, church peeping, and all we really want is a relaxing place to drink a cup of coffee and sit for a minute (and maybe enjoy some WiFi to catch up with what’s going on at home).
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Skateboarding in Santiago
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Photo by magoexperto.
If you’re a skateboarder yourself, or just looking for a place to see some (mostly young) locals doing what locals do, the people watching could not be better than at a skate park. It’s a reasonably small community, and most of the skaters at each particular location know each other well, but if you do skate, just respect people’s lines (no crossing, dropping in out of turn, etc), and you should do just fine,... Read More
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