Safety info for Chile:
General: Felt safe with common sense.
Watch Out: Pickpocketing in crowded bars.
Scams: Taxi broken meter scam.
Stay smart, stay safe.
Common scams in Chile
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22 Mar 2026 at 20:29
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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25 Mar 2026 at 00:56
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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25 Mar 2026 at 01:51
How does it compare to Colombia?
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25 Mar 2026 at 03:33
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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25 Mar 2026 at 04:47
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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25 Mar 2026 at 15:07
I was there in March and prices were great value.
Spent about $52/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $52/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 09:05
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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26 Mar 2026 at 10:05
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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I was there in February and prices were exactly as described.
Spent about $109/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $109/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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27 Mar 2026 at 12:41
Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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27 Mar 2026 at 16:32
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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