Chile Forum

I am planning a 10 day vacation and would appreciate suggestions as what area to stay in. I am a 64yo bachelor, and retired military. I enjoy a little sightseeing, walking, watching the ladies and some great Chilean red wine. Thanks, Jim

I don't know when the festival de vina del mar this year but somethime in febuary....its a music festival and there are a load of people that go to it...its everyday for a week at night...vina is on the coast...beaches ...people watching ...sidewalk cafes....ther is a big casino there in an old building...there is a big horse track....there to the south is valparaiso a port city and home to the fleet and naval school for cadet officers....all kinds of museums (military and other) valpo has some pretty old salty bars... the food is really good ..seafood and typical Chilean....10 days is perfect amount to go...good luck and you'll have a gret time...you'll come back with alot of friends....

ciao el puelche

You would like Vina I think. There are a lot of current and retired military living in the area that came to Chile as consultants to the Chilean Navy. There is also great lot of great seafood, and it is very easy to get to and get around when traveling for just 10 days. Beaches are nice for watching women.