Chile

valpariso, Miramar

Valparíso, Chile: A Day Trip Full of Street Art and Poetry

Valparíso, Chile, is a feast for the eyes, and filled with poetry for the soul. The glory of this historic port city, once the one of the wealthiest cities in South America, has faded, but the vibrant street art scene, born out of resistance to the brutal right-wing Pinochet regime, makes this a must-do day trip if you find yourself in Santiago. Updated post with info for solo female travel, a detailed map to help you get where you need to go, and video to inspire your trip!
Bus from Santiago to Mendoza Andes Mountains

Over the Andes: Take the Bus from Santiago to Mendoza

You simply must add taking the bus up and over the Andes mountains from Santiago to Mendoza to your Wanderlust List. Absolute gobsmacking scenery make this a must do! Check out the video, too, if you need more convincing! This post contains everything you need to plan your trip, including a detailed map.