There is nothing like skiing in Chile during our summer and their winter. Four of us experienced a trip of a lifetime, skiing at a altitude of 12000 ft. on wide open groomed and un-groomed terrain in the heart of the Andes. The staff at our hotel at Valle Nevado, Hotel Tres Puntas were exceptional. They went out of their way to service us in any way they could. Nothing like getting into heated ski boots every morning. The weather was fabulous with temps in the high 20′s to 40 degrees with beautiful sunshine. The short hike over to La Parva (adjoining ski area) was intense but well worth it. Too bad the downhill time trials were cancelled due to wind. Then on to Santiago for such events such as a city tour, winery tour, day trip to ski at Portillo, and a visit to the beach cities of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar. Our stay in Santiago was based at the Hotel Plaza San Francisco where the President of Chile made a appearance during our stay. Lots of native foods such as their seafoods and terrific meats were consumed. And of course visits to the local open air markets for crafts and foods. I must recommend this trip to everyone!! It is a trip that can easily be repeated. Glad to be back on American soil.
Video and narration by Diane Bogert and Roy Spierer.
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Photos by Diane Bogert, Roy Spierer
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I am very happy with the narration Diane and Roy gave during the video. It made the video more informative. Great job guys.
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