City Tours on Wheels

a relatively new system, aimed at tourists who wish to learn santiago comfortably and easily . are buses that transport customers through the most important places of the capital, with different routes, exploring Santiago, part of the central coast, vineyards and mountains.
A complete guide to not miss anything of Santiago.
Andrea. J
Source: http://www.turistik.cl/

A safe trip

A chain that follows through the towns of Santiago, not extensive, just enough to cross the busiest places providing its users the convenience of travel. Has 5 lines and 108 stations.
The stations and trains are large structure, designed for the safe journey.
Using innovative methods of travel, the divisions of the seasons in two colors on some stretches.
Andrea J.
Source:  http://www.metrosantiago.cl/

The end of Occupations

During the last seven months, many educational institutions along Chile have been on a take, this means that universities and schools have been occupied by the students, expressing their discontent about the actual educational system in Chile.

Even though these occupations have been positive as a pressure method for the government and have meant a new way for the students to express themselves and be related to society, the truth is that so far now, most of the petitions asked by the mobilized students haven’t been heard or accomplished.

Nowdays, two of the most representative occupations have ended, the well known boys school: Instituto Nacional and the prestigious institution, Universidad de Chile. Both gave the take away voluntarily, so that next year classes can start normally.

There are still many universities and schools that haven’t deposed the occupations, like Liceo Carmela Carvajal, where the students that are inside the take have been busy this whole time organizing activities to keep the movement going.

Hopefully, both sides (mobilized students and government) will come to an agreement and future generations will have a better education. 

Javiera,F

from pain to hapiness, a different restaurant

El quita penas (recoleta 1480)
This famous restaurant, located in front of the general cemetery is named after the grieving mourners pass to quench thirst and hunger when they come to say goodbye to their loved ones to the cemetery
With an aesthetic of typical Chilean Soda Fountain with a rich homemade food and a loud jukebox and the advantage of being in the vicinity of General and Catholic Cemeteries choppy for a while makes you forget the pain of loss.
You can not miss this picturesque place, much less to taste its delicious homemade food, a rich roast potatoes, mashed with ribs accompanied by a rich "pebre spooned" drinking punch, Piper and the delicious Chilean wine.
Daniella. I

LOLLAPALOOZA 2012

It’s one of the biggest music festivals ever accomplished in Chile and the world, and it’s here to stay. Created 20 years ago by Perry Ferrel, leader of the band Jane’s Addiction, the festival takes place for the second time in Chile. The last version of the festival was also performed in Chile, being Santiago the city chosen for this honor, due to it was the first time Lollapalooza was exported outside USA.

The 2012 version comes full of varied artists: Foo Fighters (created by the ex-drummer of Nirvana, Dave Grohl), the Icelandic and famous singer Björk, the indie rock band Arctic Monkeys and the psychedelic band MGMT, just to name a few. The national repertory is also a mixture of genres, you’ll be able to experience de performance of artists like Los Jaivas and Electrodomésticos, both very important for Chilean music. Newcoming artists such as Föllakzoid and We are the grand will also make their appearance, just like Fernando Milagros and El sueño de la casa propia. The list is endless, just like the fun and activities that will bring Lollapalooza 2012 to your musical experiences.


Javiera.F.
Source: http://lineup.lollapaloozacl.com/

Barrio Lastarria: full of culture

If you’re looking for a nice, quiet place to walk, eat and have a great time, this complex of restaurants, museums, fairs and exclusive stores is perfect. Full of beautiful buildings, little stores and cozy cafes, Victorino Lastarria street is ideal to go watch a movie  and then grab a bite or having an ice cream in the café/soda fount Emporio la Rosa, famous for making the most delicious cone ice creams in Santiago.

On Thursdays, Fridays and weekends there’s this great antiques fair, where you can find amazing unique things.

But if you’re looking for art, right in the middle of the street, there is the MAC (Contemporary Art Museum) where you can find a lot of interesting exhibitions. There are also street artists that play their instrument or sing while you’re having your meal in the restaurants.

Anyway, when you walk through this street, you’ll always be entertained and nicely surprised.

More information: Barrio Lastarria, MAC and Emporio la Rosa

Javiera.F.

Chilean treasures

The cultural center Gabriela Mistral is exhibiting from November 12^nd 2011 to March 23^rd 2012 this amazing collection of the best pieces from the central and southern zones in Chile, belonging to the American Popular Art Museum Tomás Lago (MAPA). The items that exhibit the cultural center are very diverse, from a colorful cacique’s mantle, the sculpture of a couple kissing made of black mud from Quinchamalí, to a white bouquet made of horsehair. Don’t miss this great showing of Chilean heritage.

More information: GAM  and MAPA


Javiera.F.

Grand Casino

Is not only a huge casino, is a hotel, a restaurant, is a entertainment center, a nuersery, is a market and a hotel. Is away from the center of city, and even is not in district,  therefore  have a special bus service to transport their customers for return     to the big city and if you dont want come back to the city you can spend some days in the amazing hotel that they have prepared for you. they offer in the service a complete spa program with swimmingpool including, they take care about all the facilities to the customer, offering 2 bars, a gym, a hairdresser, Room service, breakfast, inter alia.

Andrea.J
Source: www.casinomoticello.cl

Fashion of All Time

Is created under the initiative of George Bascuñán,being the residence belonging to the same family.. This museum is dedicated entirely to fashion, from the trends of past centuries to contemporary models of the biggest designers. Is a timeline that shows more than clothes, but also, stories behind each piece. , Now, presents the collection "Volver  a los  80" which focuses on that decade. It has broad space to relaxing and a cafeteria with delight of flavors.
Andrea.J
Source: www.museodelamoda.cl

From around the World

MonteMarano,
Located right in the heart of Golf neighborhood is this unique collections of shops from brands like Prada, Sergio Rossi, Lanvin, Bottega Veneta,imposing cult of the biggest trends of global design,
They offer shoes, apparel and accessories unique spanning more sophisticated trends.

Andrea.J.
Source: www.montemarano.cl

500 square feet of Fashion

Just opened a vintage store, a large place that ad hoc offering clothing with all  time trends: there is sailor style,ethnicity or retro.
reference prices: tops from $4,990, dresses from$11,990 shoes from $9,490.
adress: Providencia 2286

Andrea.J.

Relax at the end Of the Year

Bow Spa
This spa, located in Vitacura promises to all its customers the best service, with complete relaxation programs, reductive massages, facials and various holistic therapies. It offers services focused on the end of the year, with special discounts for you to enjoy the best possible the end of the year.
Andrea.J.
Source: www.Bowspa.cl

New Year's Party, 2012

If you do not have anything prepared for the New Year celebration here are several options you choose.

Hyatt Hotel,

One of the most important and luxurious hotels in the country. They offer an amazing party, with fireworks, music in live, dance and a complete menu in Matsuri, Senso and Anakena restorant in Hotel, with food from Japan, Italy and Thailand respectively.

They promise an unforgettable night to welcoming the new year.

Price: $140,000 p/p

            $80,000 childs (5-12 years)

Source: www.santiago.grand.hyatt.cl

Hotel W,

Other of the most sophisticated hotels in Santiago Offers an incredible night that promise to be a succesful. They will open their four Restorants to give the best service with a sophisticated food.

Price goes from $95,000 to $190,000.

Source: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1979&language=es&PS=M8_LAD

Marriot Hotel, 

The present a delicate dinner cook with national sea products,  hot and Cold plateful and drink before de dinner including the buffet.

Radisson Hotel, 

Have a party with prices of $ 45,000 p / w children $ 20.000 p / p which includes a fine dinner and cocktail at the table, appetizer, party and live music.

Source: www.radisson.cl

Moticello Casino,

they will present the year with offer a great dinner, with casino games or also in Suka Club with a special discount for members.

Now, it's time to choose the place that you like to finish the year celebrating, being able to access all of these venues to stay during the next nights.
Andrea.J

Summer Classes

If you don't have any panorama to do the next month, on january, we offer you the perfect way to spend your time in a good way.
perfect for the people who likes the sports, and loves the dance and wants to have a good shape.
"Escuela Moderna de Musica y Danza" offers full class of Ballet, Contemporary and Modern Dance, Hip Hop, songs, instruments and full programs for the childs. Especially for the people who doesnt have a approach very deep with this art. perfect to introduce you to the tecnic of the art of Music and Dance..
The Studio is in Luis Pasteur( Vitacura) and another in Viña del Mar(1 Oriente),  and the price goes from $20,000 to $78,000 in depends of the class.

Andrea.J
Source: www.emoderna.cl

A Story by Charles Dickens

Mr. Scrooge is a stingy old miser who spends his days counting his money and delivering only unhappiness. On Christmas Eve, Scrooge will receive a special visit from three ghosts, the ghost of the present that show you how to live elsewhere Christmas,The Phantom of the past will remind you of better times and the ghost of the future who will reveal the error of their behavior.

The classic Christmas Story Brought to the Chilean Theater, now it's time for Alejandro Castillo to set-up and give life to the classic Story by Charles Dickens.

Between 21 and 23, December. Presented in Mori center, Parque Arauco, unique Value: $ 6,000.

Genre: Family

Andrea.J

Source: www.centromori.cl

The Love come back to the Municipal.

Romeo and Juliet, one of the most  dramatic love story presented as play, opera and now in ballet, in charge of the choreographer John Cranko and reproduced for the Artistic Director of the Ballet in "Teatro Municipal".
This lovely piece will be presented on January,2012 for a very short time. and we really hope that yoy can enjoy this dance piece on the Municipal Teather. Priced from $2,000  to $18,000.
Andrea.J
Source: www.municipal.cl

Nearest to the Sky

A few time ago a particular place opened the doors. 
It was 20.00 o'clock when we arrived to the base waiting to take the bus which drop us in front of a very unique place. 
Pailalen is a fresh place which is not just a restorant, in the beginnig it was a observatory not open to the public, but the owners decided to establish a familiar business. 
Flooded in a warm darkness we wait for a few minutes, looking the nice landscape that "Cajon del Maipo" showed us.
a captivating place that let us learn about the constellations and learn about peculiar food. The attention is great, the atmosphere loaded with jazz and soul, and the light always was subtle to keep the vision adapted to see the stars.
Contact/Source: www.Pailalen.cl
Andrea.J.

From the Center of the City

The Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, in the San Cristobal Hill is one of the biggest attractions of the city, which attracts many bilievers, it is on of the main temples of the Catholic Church in Chile.

"La Virgen del Carmen" is the patron sait of Chile, as well as in Brazil it is the Christ The Redeemer, and this great icon represents a height of 863 meters above the sea.

To reacj this place you can either walk up through the funicular up the hill.

the image of the Immaculate Conception is 14 meters high and the pedestal on wich sits 8.30 meters... on its pedestal is a small chapel, wich, on April 1, 1987, SS John Paul II prayed and blessed yhe city of Santiago. The image is illuminated at night by electric lights placed on their sides, so it can be observed from all over the capital of Chile during the day and night. The model of the image belongs to the Italian sculptor Jacometti, and is similar to conditions found in Sapin's Square in Rome. It was built in cast iron by Val D'Osne Foundry, Paris by the French Ambassador Henri Salvador Sanfuentes. At the foot of the image, is an amphiteather to officiate mass or other religious office.

Daniella.I