Chile is the perfect combination of undiscovered landscapes, ancient cultures, and a modern metropolis. All this is to be found in a safe and trustworthy environment, 365 days a year in modern tourist infrastructure.
There is no other destination on the planet that offers such a variety of scenery and climate. From the driest desert in the world to the ancient ice of Patagonia, Chile can satisfy the needs and meet the expectations of the most demanding traveler.
Total Area: 756,096.3 km2
Capital: Santiago
Country Code: +56
Country Population: 16,634,603
Credit Cards: All major credit cards accepted in tourist areas: American Express, Visa, Master Card and Diners Club
Currency: East Caribbean dollars (XCD)
Departure Tax: $30USD – Usually buried within airline fares.
Drives: on the Right
Electricity: 220 V
Ethnic Groups: 65% Mestizo; 30% White; 5% Amerindian
Location: South Western South America
Official Language(s): Spanish
Religion: Roman Catholic, Protestant
Time Zone: CLT (UTC -4 and -6)
Tipping: Tipping is expected. Restaurants may charge 12% extra as service but will adujst this amount if you request it.