Snow and Sea in Just a Few Hours


May. 03, 2009

The Whitest Snow in the Best Centers of Ski

Valle Nevado: the largest territorial skiing in the Southern Hemisphere, and one of the main center of the ski resort region, with ski tracks specially prepared for all types of skiing.

Portillo: if you enjoy excitement, and love skiing in difficult tracks, you should visit Portillo and admire it's great beauty along the lagoon from the Inca, while skiing one of the world's more difficult track.

Termas de Chillán: it is a complete spa resort, surrounded by forest. You can ski in the morning and, in the afternoon, take a relaxing thermal water baths, massage sessions or other service that Termas de Chillán Resort & Spa offers its guests.

Antillanca: surrounded by magnificent nature, forests and beautiful landscapes, with the best conditions for skiing off-piste, Antillaca is one of the favorite ski resorts in southern Chile.

La Parva: it is located in a very beautiful place, just 38 kms from the capital of Chile, Santiago. La Parva has a beautiful view over the valley of Santiago and is the most populated center, the number of shelters and private apartments are rented during the ski season. As in other centers, the practice of snowboarding is implemented for those who enjoy this modality.

El Colorado: due to their proximity to the capital, offering service, convenience and tips for all types of practices, Colorado has become the ideal center for sport for family and youth during each winter season.

May. 03, 2009

Our Magestic Mountains

 
"Valle Nevado". Courtesy of Josefina Ovalle.   "El Colorado". Courtesy of Josefina Izquierdo.
May. 03, 2009

La Parva

 
Courtesy of Josefina Ovalle.   Courtesy of Josefina Ovalle.
May. 03, 2009

Viña del Mar

Viña del Mar, with its central location in the central coast of Chile, it is undoubtedly the major tourist point of the country.
Throughout the year the Garden City offers all the richness of its architectural heritage, parks and recreation.
Viña del Mar has a rich and beautiful architecture, witness of an illustrious past of palaces and mansions.
This historic heritage is reflected in magnificent style buildings, now mostly converted into museums open to tourists.
The enormous variety of recreational activities that characterized the city, make it entertaining throughout the year. The Municipal Casino, Quinta Vergara and the Municipal Theater, among others, offer high quality international events. There are many restaurants specializing in Creole and international food, especially sea food, pasta and meat, where you can also enjoy the excellent wine.

May. 03, 2009

Beaches in the South of the V Region

Beaches like Santo Domingo, Algarrobo, Isla Negra, Cartagena, among others, are located here. These beaches are characterized by the presence of forests and rocky places.

May. 03, 2009

Isla Negra

Courtesy of M. Luisa Bernales.
May. 03, 2009

Other Beaches

Beaches like Cachagua, Zapallar, Ritoque and Papudo are popular for Chilean teenagers. There are many places to go out and have fun, like disco's and bars. And, for adults there are many restaurants like Chiringuito that serve the best sea food.

If you like surfing you can go to beaches like Maitencillo, Pichilemu, among others. Here you can find the best waves in the country.

May. 03, 2009

Popular Beaches

 
"Zapallar Beach". Courtesy of Josefina Ovalle.   "Cachagua Beach". Courtesy of Manuela Jimenez.
May. 03, 2009

Ritoque Beach

Courtesy of Rosario Fuenzalida.