The streets downtown can be quite small/narrow, often made of brick or cobblestone. If you’re driving, you must pay to use the highway system; cost varies…
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Argentina won 2-1 last night, although Chile made the first goal. We had a delicious few drinks at the local pub, Dublin’s (yes, that’s right,…
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The Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes and adjoining Museo de Arte Contemporaneo are free to the public, and during our last week here, it’s about…
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Just an hour Southwest from Santiago sits the small town of Pomaire, a fantastic half day trip (or full-day, depending on what kind of shopper/eater…
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We’d heard rave reviews of Pablo Neruda’s favorite house, the one in Isla Negra. It was the only one untouched after Pinochet and his followers…
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Chile has a lot of dogs. All over the streets, sidewalks, stairwells, parks, these dogs are friendly and well-fed. They’re well-trained too, well smart really.…
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Chile is known for stargazing, particularly in the Northern Atacama desert where the cloudless skies are free of light pollution. But we’re cityside in the…
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We’d learned about Campesano, a horseback riding company nearby, from a couple who was also on their honeymoon (the same one that decided NOT to…
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I love food experiences. Who doesn’t? Especially when there’s a tasting menu that features food with a story, perfectly presented plates, bite after bite of scrumptiously…
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Pablo Neruda built his Santiago house as a place he could visit his secret love, Matilde Urrutia, and continue their affair. They built it together, and…
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