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Monthly Archives: May 2018
Rising Food Stars: Santiago Restaurants You Will Love
Choosing where to eat in Santiago can be daunting. After all, the restaurant scene in Chile’s capital, Santiago, has gone from strength to strength and grown into one of the world’s top food destinations.
What to Do On National Patrimonial Day 26-27 May
This weekend, Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 of May, the nation of Chile will celebrate Dia del Patrimonio with more than 1,500 free activities on offer. For the last 19 years, the Patrimonial Day event has been an exciting event for locals to get out of their usual routine and see for themselves the inside of some […]
Chilean Culture: The Mapuche We Tripantu Celebration
June 24 will mark the winter solstice, which in Chile means that the shortest day of winter is upon us. Here we take a look at the celebrations of the Mapuche, one of Chile’s most dominant groups, who celebrate We Tripantu on this date.
Starry Skies + Sand Dunes: What To Do In The Atacama Desert
While most visitors are initially drawn to Chile to see the dinosaur-shaped spikes of Torres del Paine, it must be said that the northern expanse of desert more than holds its own. The township of San Pedro de Atacama receives thousands of visitors each year – and for good reason; right on its doorstep are […]
The Best Time of Year to Visit Patagonia Is Not When You Think
We bet you didn’t know that the best time to plan your stay for is actually AUTUMN? Check out our favorite reasons why here, such as better weather, less wind, more animals, and AMAZING colors!
What to Do in Santiago with Kids
If you are planning on visiting South America, chances are high that you will have to pass through Chile’s capital, Santiago. If you are traveling as a family and feel a bit daunted by this – don’t worry. For tourists, Santiago is a relatively safe and modern city with all the same things you love […]
5 Places to Stop Between Santiago and San Pedro de Atacama
North of Santiago the landscape changes dramatically. The hills turn brown and barren, and the land stretches out flat towards the east. Trees give way to cacti and villages become further and further apart, while in Spring the extraordinary Flowering Desert (Desierto Florida) bursts across the landscape in a sea of bright pinks, purples and whites. […]
Volunteering with the Torres del Paine Legacy Fund
Wandering off the beaten path in national parks is uncommon, and usually prohibited, but if you’re a volunteer with the Torres del Paine Legacy Fund, stepping off the W and O circuits in Parque Nacional Torres del Paine is an everyday occurrence.
Surfer Ramon Navarro Visits Patagonia
Navarro is an official EcoCamp ambassador. As an ambassador, Navarro was invited to Torres del Paine to experience it first hand. Navarro is one of Chile’s most shining exports, a world-ranked surfer who is also a genuinely good guy, being a committed activist to the protection of the water he so cherishes.