South America - Travel Blogs & Travel Guides: 2024

A Tour Of Atacama’s Salt Flats and Altiplanic Lagoons

Find out everything you need to know before visiting Atacama’s salt flats and altiplanic lagoons.

Find out everything you need to know about visiting El Valle de la Luna in the Atacama Desert, Chile.

If you’re visiting San Pedro De Atacama, a visit to El Tatio Geysers is a must. Find out about tours of El Tatio, plus what to pack to make the most of your day out.

Covered in street art, this is without doubt one of the most colourful cities in the world. Ready? It’s time to find out the best things to do in Valparaiso, Chile.

Valpo to its locals, Valparaiso to the masses. and a mouthful for tourists to pronounce (here goes nothing “Valpar-aa-eeee-so”)… Whatever you choose to call it, you’re guaranteed to come away agreeing Valpariso is a beautiful, vibrant mess.

As I clambered up a set of colourful mosaic steps, past an ancient red and yellow funicular, along a street with giant murals and houses painted pastel shades, I felt like I’d FINALLY arrived in Chile. After a moderately underwhelming start to my trip in the capital Santiago, this was the burst of energy I’d been waiting for! Unlike anywhere I’d been before, I could feel its South American feistiness seeping into my soul.

Pears poached in red wine, Uncorked Chile cooking class, Santiago

It’s time to take a food tour and cooking class in Santiago, Chile with Uncorked Chile!

Crates of fresh strawberries, seven varieties of perfectly ripe avocados, and enormous sea creatures with tentacles reaching out towards me. Welcome to my first day in Santiago, Chile!

Fresh Strawberries in La Vega Market, Santiago

I’m a strong believer that the best way to get to know a new place is to get stuck into the cuisine. I’ve said this several times now. My love of food (and in particular food tours) has taken me from hidden tapas bars in Barcelona, to street vendors in Istanbul and pasta makers in Milan.