Stunning scenery in chilly Chile

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May 17th 2015

Published: May 19th 2015

With time and money almost anything is possible. I don't know anyone who has limitless supplies of both, so then it's all about choices. The last time I came to South America five years ago I ran out of both time and money, and I couldn't visit some of the places that I had been dreaming about. But five years later I'm back and this time my choices will get me there. First up is the Atacama Desert... Read Full Entry

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19th May 2015

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

Time for two
Nice pic of the Three Marias Rachael...brings a smile when you know what is around you when you take the shot. Excited for you that you are entering Bolivia from the Atacama. Looking forward to your pics...pretty hard not to take good ones! Have a blast.

20th May 2015

RJT
Rachael

Yes, I am pretty excited about the next little part of our adventure. Isn't the scenery amazing? We will have have to swap notes when I get back. Any tips for now though, let me know! After Uyuni we are heading to La Paz. What an incredible part of the world this is.

20th May 2015

Jackie
non-member comment

Yes the scenery is amazing but does look very cold. Went to see Jonty today and the improvement is amazing in less than 24 hours he is testing himself and giving himself injections he is one gutsy little kid no moaning there. He was so excited to show me his diabetes kit and the different types of insulin that he has to use his notebook that he writes down all his tests. I was really blown away with his enthusiasm. Hope you are having a great time in Bolivia now. I realise it will be a few days before you can get back to us. Love Jackie

22nd May 2015

RJT
Rachael

Just arrived in Uyuni and there was more amazing scenery and even colder weather! Glad to hear that Jonty is getting better and figuring out the insulin all by himself. We are going to La Paz in the morning so will try to get in touch in the weekend sometime.

20th May 2015

littlewing
Cindy

Inspiring
Now I need to add South America to the list - dont you just love those blessings in disguise? thanks RJT

22nd May 2015

RJT
Rachael

You really do need to add it to the list, the scenery is stunning!

21st May 2015

Lucy
non-member comment

Oh so jealous!
Looks like exactly my kind of place! Cold, but scenery and atmos to die for. Sorry I will miss you in Sydney. Bum timing. Have an amazing trip and say hi to Rod. L

22nd May 2015

RJT
Rachael

Ha! You're right, it's exactly your kind of place, absolutely freezing in parts but completely stunning. Have fun in Sydney, sorry I will miss you.

22nd May 2015

Let sleeping dogs lie....San Pedro de Atacama

taracloud
Tara Cloud

Let sleeping dogs and napping Aussies lie
Good for you for speaking Spanish. You wanted a tip--well, Spanish is it. In Bolivia, they speak much less English than in the adorable, touristed San Pedro. But it's all so fantastic--you'll love the unworldly Salar de Uyuni and the very indigenous La Paz--just go slowly to conserve your breath. Look forward to your impressions!

22nd May 2015

RJT
Rachael

I am certainly getting a lot of Spanish practice which is good for me. You're right, Salar de Uyuni is amazing, incredible dramatic scenery and I loved it. I'm really looking forward to getting to La Paz tomorrow too. And yes, I'm walking slowly!!

23rd May 2015

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Chile
Chile is on our travel list for 2017. That will be here before we know it. We know you have been to S.A. a few times so glad you got to go back and practice your Spanish. Looks so lovely.

23rd May 2015

RJT
Rachael

I haven't seen much of Chile, just Santiago and now San Pedro de Atacama, so it is still on my list! However from what I have seen, it is really gorgeous and I think you'd love it. Dust off the Spanish!!

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