Puerto Varas is a charming town in the Chilean Lake District that provides a great jumping off point for loads of great day trips. The town is great, but the day trips are what is really awesome. From hiking on a volcano to seeing wild penguins to small towns, there’s a lot of variety to …
Chile is a large country with a lot of diversity. From the Atacama Desert in the north of the country to Patagonia in the very south, and plenty of places in between, you won’t run out of things to do. But this article isn’t about what to do in Chile. Instead, this post is full …
If you’re planning a trip to Chile, you may be wondering how much you should budget. How much are hotels? What should you expect to pay for tours? How much should you budget for food? This article will answer all of those questions so you can create a realistic Chile travel budget. About My Travel …
Viña del Mar is a fun city to visit on its own. With its beautiful beaches and laid back vibe, it’s a great place to visit if you are looking to relax. But maybe you’re sick of relaxing and you’re looking for something to do in Viña del Mar, or slightly outside of it. This …
One of the most popular day trips for tourists in Santiago is the town of Valparaíso. This colorful city is a favorite among a lot of travelers, and quite frankly, I see it pop up on nearly every itinerary I look at. There is a good reason for that though. Valparaíso, along with the more …
One of the most popular day trips from Santiago, Chile is a tour to El Cajon del Maipo. This trip takes you up into the mountains to the Maipo Canyon and to the beautiful blue lake that surrounds it. The views are spectacular, especially on a clear day. Many people will visit as part of …
Santiago is Chile’s capitol, as well as its largest city. It’s a metropolis with over 5 and a half million people. While its true that I think there are better places in Chile to spend your time, many trips to Chile start or end in Santiago. So, since you’re already passing through, it makes sense …
While in Santiago, I took a day trip to El Cajon del Maipo and met two Chilean women. We started a conversation and through broken Spanish, they asked about the rest of my travel plans. I mentioned that I’d be going to Puerto Varas and both women lit up. They excitedly told me how much …
Chiloé Island has a lot for visitors to see including churches and scenic views. You’ll need a car and two or three days to get a good feel for the island, but not all visitors have that much time. So many visitors, myself included, visit Chiloé on a day trip from Puerto Varas. You won’t …
If you find yourself in Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas, you’ll no doubt find yourself wanting to get out and explore nature. One of the best ways to do that is a visit to the Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls. These two sights are often packaged together as a tour, offering visitors some truly beautiful …
