I had high expectations before arriving in Chile, and the country exceeded them. The scenery was spectacular, and the people were so welcoming. I had a tough time understanding Chilean Spanish since the slang and quick cadence were too much for my untrained ear, but that didn’t discourage Chileans from being kind. Below is a … Continue reading Chile recap
puerto varas
Puerto Varas
The center of Puerto Varas, in Chile's Lake District, offers beautiful views of Lago Llanquihue and Volcán Osorno. Travelers choose it as a more charming alternative to Puerto Montt, a larger city nearby that serves as a cruise port. While in Puerto Varas, I was most excited to visit Parque Nacional Vicente Perez Rosales, about … Continue reading Puerto Varas