Visiting Santiago

Santiago in Chile has been hogging the limelight recently for being one of the most beautiful tourist destinations. It has got everything one might wish for. The city is full of events and local attractions and crafts. There are delicious foods available at the local restaurants and other food joints. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful. And most importantly, you will love the wines available in the city. There is simply plenty of wine for everyone. 

Santiago is not a place that you will like to visit at any time of the year. Depending on your preferences and choices you may choose the time of travel, but it is best to avoid summer in Santiago. It is advisable to visit the city in between March and May or between August and December. These are the best time to enjoy all the beauty of the city. If you happen to be in the city in the month of September, you will be able to catch some celebrations in the city. Dieciocho celebrations take place in the month of September. 

While planning a vacation in Santiago you will love to take a hotel which is close to the nature. The landscape of this place is one of the most attractive features. Taking up a hotel that is close to a vast stretch of greenery will allow you to start your day refreshed and in a great mood. There are plenty of hotels in Santiago which are located close to the nature. Even if you are taking up a hotel in the city the best part is that it is quite peaceful. You will absolutely love the ambience and is a wonderful break from the bustle of the metropolis. Best Western Los Espanoles is a fine place to stay in the city. You will receive a warm welcome and get great amenities, service and facilities during your stay. After you have made yourself comfortable, you may begin with exploration of the city. 

For commuting within the city you may refer to the Transaniago website. It is a good way to check the details of the buses plying within the city. Besides that the metro service is also well developed in Santiago. It is great to commute within the city. Using public transport system always has its perks. It is one of the cheapest means of commuting within any city.  In Santiago you will also find WiFi connectivity within some metro stations. Starbucks also provides the same in their coffee shop. So the choice is essentially yours whether you want to access the Internet from the underground or while sipping your coffee. 

It doesn’t matter if you are going to cook yourself or not. A marketplace of a city gives a good idea about the place and the residents and locals. Check out eh local markets in Santiago to get a flavour of the local lifestyle and culture. You may also visit Pueblito Los Dominicos if you have a love for art and craft. The market is the best place to check out the work of the local artists and you will even be able to chat with the artists themselves. Those who like to know the history behind each art will actually love this place since the artists themselves will give information about the arts and crafts in display and the thought process behind it. Take your time, and even though the price is a bit high, get some pieces of art for your home.