chile

We just got back from a 4 day ferry journey from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales on the Navimag ferry. We chose the cheapest option which was a bunk bed in a 22 bed room and the weather for the 4 day trip was pretty much as bad as it could be, however, I would […]

Every country has its nuances and annoyances and Chile, even though it has a lot of cultural similarities to what I know in the UK and the western world, there are a number of common themes that I’ve noticed in my time travelling here. Eating like a Roman I think it’s fair to say that […]

Grab a Coffee and an Eyeful in the City Center’s Striptease Cafes Ok, so they’re not really striptease coffee bars, but to be honest they don’t feel a million miles away from the concept although there is no alcohol and no stripping involved. In the center of town around Plaza de Armas, and sprinkled across […]

In an area south of Santiago lies the Chilean Lake District, which is peperred with volcanos and crystal clear lakes making it an ideal area for relaxation and outdoor activities alike. In the article below we take a look at some of the highlights. Lago Villarrica The most famous lake in this district is Lago […]

I’ve just spent a couple of months in Chile, and it sure is an amazing country with spectacular natural beauty, wonderful people and great food and drink, but there are a few things that I’d wish I’d known before my trip… ATM Withdrawals Not only is Chile quite expensive, but in order to actually get […]

I’ve just come back from completing the W Trek in Torres del Paine, which was quite simply one of the best treks I’ve ever done. However, there are a number of questions I had before the trek that I wasn’t sure of and a number of things I would like to have known before starting […]