I’d heard a lot of good things from locals about the Hot Springs Santiago - stories about natural pools hidden in the Andes, surrounded by snow and silence. Everyone said the same thing: "you have to go, it’s incredible". So of course, I had to try it myself. A few hours after leaving the city, the noise and […]

The first time I came to Pucón, everyone told me the same thing: climb volcano Villarrica, go rafting, maybe try kayaking. But after one full day of running around, my body had other plans. I didn’t want another adrenaline hit - I wanted hot water, steam, and absolute silence. That’s when I discovered what locals […]

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 […]

So, you’re trying to figure out the best time to visit Chile - wohoo! Traveling is exciting. But now comes the tricky question: when should you go? Chile is basically one giant geography flex - deserts, mountains, wine valleys, beaches, glaciers… and every season brings a totally different adventure. Do you want long sunny days in Patagonia? […]

Short and sweet: the best Chile eSIM for travel in 2025 is Airalo. I’ve used it myself and it worked perfectly. If you want the details (prices, setup, coverage), keep reading - I’ll explain why Airalo beats the other options. Here my quick rating:Coverage: 9/10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Speed: 8.5/10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐Price/value: 8/10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐Ease of installation: 9/10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ PS. Use […]

The road started rough and bumpy, and soon we were crawling along the edge of a cliff with a steep drop on our right. Just when it felt a little too sketchy, the view opened up into one of the most beautiful parking spots I’ve ever seen, surrounded by colorful flowers. Two locals welcomed us […]