June, 2011
Synonymous with spectacular beauty and danger, one of the most scenic drives in the world takes you across the soaring Andes from Chile’s Santiago to Mendoza, Argentina. Continue reading “Across the Soaring Andes: Santiago to Mendoza”
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June, 2011
Synonymous with spectacular beauty and danger, one of the most scenic drives in the world takes you across the soaring Andes from Chile’s Santiago to Mendoza, Argentina. Continue reading “Across the Soaring Andes: Santiago to Mendoza”
June, 2011
Fancy a detour from Santiago’s swirling-paced streets? Take a little day trip until you land in Chile’s diverse Valparaíso and on to the popular resort city of Viña del Mar.
Continue reading “Day Trip to Diverse Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, Chile”
June, 2011
Nestled in the Central Valley between the dramatic Chilean Coastal Range and the soaring Andes Mountains, Chile’s energetic capital Santiago, arrests all your senses.
May, 2011
Travellers head to Santa Cruz in Chile’s beautiful Colchagua region, for the relaxing vineyards and a spot of wine tasting – and why not? Continue reading “Chilean Wine Tasting, Santa Cruz”
May, 2011
Decided to bus it from Pucón to rural Chillán not only to break up the route to Santiago, but also to see the famous Mexican Murals and experience the renown Termas de Chillán (hot springs) in this area.
May, 2011
Finally, after about a week of waiting for the weather to clear, today is the day we enjoy the ascent of Vulcán Villarrica – one of Chile’s most active volcanoes.
May, 2011
Fancy climbing one of Chile’s most active volcanos? Sure, why not! Although I didn’t realise that awaiting the ascent of Vulcán Villarrica would take some time, due to weather conditions…
Continue reading “Awaiting the ascent of Vulcán Villarrica, Chile”
May, 2011
Four days at sea on the Navimag ferry through Chile’s stunning Southern Patagonian Fjords anyone?
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May, 2011
After a frustrating wait of 6 days, the ever-elusive Navimag ferry finally arrived in Puerto Natales, for the journey through Chile’s Southern Patagonian Fjords!
Continue reading “Waiting for the ever-elusive Navimag ferry in Puerto Natales, Chile!”
May, 2011
Another border crossing, but this time it’s from Puerto Natales in Chile to El Calafate in Argentina, for the main reason of visiting the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier and not just for the K9 capers. Everyone must see this amazing and still-advancing glacier at least once in their lifetime!
April, 2011
Another long bus trip with a border crossing from Argentina in to Chile – Ushuaia to Puerto Natales. Who would have thought, I would encounter the fruit police as my welcome to Chile?
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