Gringo Chileno

  • Torres del Paine

    I finally got the chance to visit Patagonia and hike the W trail at Torres del Paine National Park. 4 days, 53 miles, 10,600 ft elevation gained. The entire thing was surreal. An incredible, beautiful life-changing experience. Nice work on this one, Chile. Day one We started at the welcome center and walked to the…

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  • Entrancing, Tempting Valparaíso

    There’s just something about Valparaíso. It pulsates, vibrates, captivates. A stroll around the narrow streets and steep hills makes you reconsider your place. Even the nerds at UNESCO agree. A common refrain from Chileans around Santiago is that it’s dangerous, but I find that a lazy description. Sure, there’s crime, like most cities. But just…

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