Viva el Chile

South America » Chile
January 23rd 2011

Published: January 30th 2011

La viva el Chile! Is it possible for Chileans to become any nicer? A copper miner from Calama offered us a hitch in his ute to the airport at no charge (he laughed when i asked him how much). At the airport, a policeman negotiated with SKY air a discounted airfare for us when we had difficulties booking the same flight online. Apparantly, you need to own a Chilean credit card; and a lady in queu... Read Full Entry

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the descent back down.

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Taking the plunge, embarking on canopy (haven't had enough of the height adventures yet in Pucon!

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In Puerto Montt,

the gateway to Patagonia, catching up with my highschool friend Marcela and her family after 15 years. We have salmon, as here is where Chile's salmon farming takes place.

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the view from Puert Montt to Hornopiren

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Hornopiren

Hornopiren, off the unbeaten track to explore Chile's fijords and misty seascapes. Salmon farming is common here in the south and threatens to pollute both fresh and salt waters & marine life.

Rafting Futaleufu

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