It's always fun to see just how far American pop culture can spread throughout the world. Equally fun is seeing which aspects of pop culture are highlighted. During my January, 2010 trip to Chile, we stopped for a night in Viña Del mar and were treated to some awesome sand carvings on the beach. While the Gorilla carving was impressive, my favorite was the Homer Simpson sand … [Read more...] about Homer Simpson Sand Carving in Viña Del Mar, Chile [Photo of the Week]
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[Friday Photo] Alpaca on the Beach in Pichilemu, Chile
When I think of the country of Chile, many memories come to mind. The Andes Mountains, Malbec wines, penguins and the overall beauty of the country bring back fond memories. Then there are memories that I completely forgot about until sifting through old photos. One of these is the town of Pichilemu and the festively decorated Alpaca I found walking the beach. I have no idea … [Read more...] about [Friday Photo] Alpaca on the Beach in Pichilemu, Chile
Friday Photo: Sand Sculptures in Viña Del Mar, Chile
When I visited Chile in 2010, I randomly ended up in a town called Viña Del Mar for a night. While I didn't know much about the town, I knew that it was on the beach. I also know that when I visit a city that has a beach, I need to get to the water as quickly as possible. By the time I made it down to the Pacific Ocean beaches, I wasn't sure what to expect. The city of Viña … [Read more...] about Friday Photo: Sand Sculptures in Viña Del Mar, Chile