Archive for March, 2010
El Tatio Geysers sit at over 4,200 meters (18,000 ft.) above sea level in the Andes of Northern Chile. “El Tatio” roughly translates to “Grandpa” since Chileans sometimes refer to their grandfather as “tata.” The Tatio Geyser field is the third largest in the world behind Yellowstone in the United States and the Kamchatka Valley [...]
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Posted March 31, 2010 in Destinations, Travel | 1 Comment »
As you plan a trip to Chile or around this vast country, you’ll need to prepare for different climates and weather. Depending on which part of the country you are visiting, Chile will give you vastly different climates. On a more practical level, you’ll want to know what to wear and what to pack. Short-Term [...]
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Posted March 24, 2010 in Travel, Travel Tips | Add Your Comment »
Chile has a tax called Impuesto al Valor Agregado–commonly referred to as IVA–that is built into the price of almost everything you buy. Other countries call this tax the Value Add Tax (VAT) or Goods and Services Tax (GST). How Much is IVA in Chile? IVA in Chile is a flat 19%. You won’t see [...]
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Posted March 17, 2010 in Ask Pepe, Business, Travel, Travel Tips | 2 Comments »
There are many ways you can help Chile recover from the devastating earthquake it suffered on February 27, 2010. If you are outside of Chile, you may not be able to rebuild a home or donate blood for victims. Nevertheless, you can still help Chile and Chileans get back to normal with your support. Donate [...]
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Posted March 10, 2010 in In the News | 2 Comments »
The massive earthquake that struck Chile on February 27th was one of the strongest in recorded history. Our response must be equally intense and focused in magnitude. Over 800 Chileans died and many more are still missing. Over 500,000 people are now homeless and in need of the basics of life. You can make a [...]
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Posted March 3, 2010 in Culture, In the News | Add Your Comment »