Driving through the Elqui Valley, 310 miles (500 km) north of Santiago, one thing strikes you, and it’s not the dramatic mountain peaks – barren and red in […]
Torres del Paine : Chile’s world-famous natural wonderland
The most-visited Chilean national park is a paradise for hikers, adrenaline-junkies and nature-lovers alike. Grab your camera and hiking boots – this is one attraction you can’t miss. […]
Tips for expats celebrating a U.S. Thanksgiving in Chile
Quick and easy substitutes for a springtime Thanksgiving festival in the southern hemisphere, with fresh fruit and a glass of Chilean tinto. There’s a lot to love about […]
Tierra del Fuego, a territory to be discovered
Crossing the Strait of Magellan, a huge island stands guard over secret attractions and ancient mysteries. The mythical name of this island is linked to the history of […]
Three curious and quirky religious monuments in Chile
Trucker shrines of the Atacama, an enormous illuminated cross, and a striking temple on Santiago’s outskirts; celebrating the peculiar in Chilean Catholicism. What drives people to travel? For […]
This is Chile’s favorite places for winter fun
From warm-weather hikes around red lakes to relaxing in a hot spring — though it’s winter there are still plenty of great destinations in Chile. Though winter may […]
The olive oil production boom in Chile
The Chilean industry has not stopped growing in quality, volume and prestige, since it was acknowledged by the most important oil guide four years ago. Chilean wine experienced […]
The flowering desert: A spectacle of nature
Every certain amount of years the driest desert in the world dresses in colors; creating a very unique phenomenon, the flowering desert. The Atacama desert, in the north […]
The Cajón del Maipo and its attractions
Located a mere 150 km from the capital city, this area is known for its countless tourists attractions, ideal for adventure sports, and also for its gastronomy. This […]
The emerging market of Chilean nut exports
The high quality of these products, added to a considerable demand for them in Europe and their counter-seasonal nature could turn Chile into one of the main nut […]