December 30, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
With nearly a week to get from Chile’s urban areas to Patagonia, we decided to choose one region to explore from Chile’s many temptations. We decided on the area around Lake Llanquihue, with gorgeous forests, daunting mountains (dominated by the Osorno Volcano), and adorable towns. Read More
December 24, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
We decided that if Santiago feels a bit like L.A. (with D.C.’s metro), Valparaiso is San Fran. Big hills overlooking the water, bright colors everywhere, streets winding up hills in every which way, and a chill artsy energy. Read More
December 22, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
While planning our trip, there wasn’t much useful information for realistic budgeting. We decided to Read More
December 20, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
We have only been on the road for about 6 weeks, but somehow stepping onto a metro felt like a breath of fresh air to displaced New Yorkers. Read More
December 19, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
The Atacama Desert is the driest in the world, making for spectacular moon-scapes, Mars-scapes, and causing marvel at every patch of green. The town itself is far over-touristed, but the natural beauty of the surrounding area is worthwhile! Read More
December 16, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
The staggering beauty of the salar could bring you to your knees, bring tears to your eyes, gape your jaw open in awe. Read More
December 15, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
While planning our trip, there wasn’t much useful information for realistic budgeting. We decided to Read More
December 13, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
The Spanish search for El Dorado took them to what is now Potosí, a town overshadowed by a huge hill that has been a major source for silver (and other ores and minerals) for nearly 500 years. Read More
December 9, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
Sucre is among the most enchanting little cities we have seen. We thoroughly enjoyed 9 days of chilling out and feeling a sense of “home.” Read More
December 7, 2013 | By Mitch & Jewels |
While planning our trip, there wasn’t much useful information for realistic budgeting. We decided to Read More
