Planning a trip to Chile almost always means flying into Santiago first - the city is the main international hub and the gateway to the rest of the country. But here’s the thing: should you actually spend a few days here, and if so, when’s the best time to visit Santiago? From my experience - […]

I’m used to the straight, flat Dutch roads where cows outnumber the cars, so stepping into Santiago’s traffic for the first time was a whole new experience. Wide highways cutting through the city, sudden mountain curves just 30 minutes away, and taxi drivers who seem to know secret shortcuts you’ll never find on Google Maps. […]

When I first hiked in Santiago, I couldn’t believe how quickly the city disappeared. One moment I was weaving through traffic and noise, and the next I was on a dusty trail, the wind sharper, the air cleaner, with the Andes stretching out endlessly in front of me. The sounds of the city faded, replaced […]

Santiago walking tours are the fastest way to unlock the city. Standing beneath the Gran Torre Santiago at the end of a hot Chilean summer, my first thought was: "wow, that’s massive". But the real draw is everything under the surface - layers of history, culture, and stories written into the streets. From the 1973 coup at La […]

There is SO much to do in and around Santiago. From colorful coastal towns and lush wine valleys to snowy mountains and hidden hot springs - the options are endless. If you’re planning your trip, you’ve got to make the most of it. That’s why I’ve put together my list of the 14 best day trips […]