Pucón is a cute, touristy town nestled between lakes and volcanos. It's a popular spot for vacationing Chileans, and its center happens to contain a grocery store called Eltit (cue 11-year-old giggling). I didn't know how many activities Pucón offered until I arrived at my hostel Chili Kiwi. I met a guest who had stayed in … Continue reading Pucón
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Santiago and Valparaiso
When travelers say a location is "just like any other big city," chances are good that I'll end up liking it. Maybe I like to be contrarian. Maybe I arrive in the city with low expectations. Whatever the reason, it's just how things have worked. I'd met a few locals and travelers who said Santiago … Continue reading Santiago and Valparaiso
The Atacama Desert
When I was in the Atacama Desert, "wow" was my word of the day...every day. The scenery was unreal. And the stars at night? Unbelievable. It was such a contrast from NYC, where I never even bothered to look at the night sky because I wouldn't have been able to see a single star anyway. … Continue reading The Atacama Desert
Arica and Iquique
After crossing the border from Peru, Arica was my first stop in Chile. It's a mid-sized beach and desert city in the northern part of the country. I spent a couple of nights there, but honestly, I wouldn't have missed much if I had skipped it. The beach wasn't picturesque, and the city didn't contain … Continue reading Arica and Iquique
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