The idea of getting stuck in another country terrifies me. Not so much the being overseas bit, but because it brings up memories of me…
Photo by Jens Johnsson Camping in the Atacama Desert with a group of Chilean hippies was always going to present something of a communication challenge. With…
It is fabled that when a bird ordains to shit on you, good luck is on the way. I was moving to my new apartment…
Australians are not immune to cultural awareness, however, blue blood runs through our veins, and even when you’re being nice, it’s always possible to be…
Get There: From the bus station in Mendoza – cnr Avs R Videla and Acceso Este, Guaymallé Cost: Depending on the destination, around 150-230ARS (20-30AUD)…
Get There: Purísima 681 – bus from Puerto Montt to Puerto Varas (800P/$1.50AUD), walk from where the bus drops you off (head towards the colourful…
I have never understood mullets. An unfortunate haircut that it’s sometimes funny to inflict on small children, but never a viable choice as a grown…
Cost: 6000CLP (12AUD) Get There: By bus from Vicuña (2000CLP or 4AUD) In Chile, pisco is more than just a beverage: it is the drink…
Get There: Gabriela Mistral #706 Cost: Around 22000 ($40) pesos for a double room. Free Breaky: Yes, the best, finally some fresh fruit! Free WiFi:…
Get There: Hitch from the observatory info desk (near the plaza) or pay 3000CLP (6AUD) for a seat in a minibus Cost: 4500CLP ($9AUD) Vicuña…
