5 reasons to enjoy the snow in Chile with Holiday Inn Express Santiago
The Andes Mountains crown Santiago de Chile and offer travelers a great diversity of alternatives to enjoy all year round. However, winter has something special and it is noticeable when you get off the plane. Fluffy layers of snow decorate the peaks of the hills, a spectacular sight for those who love skiing or snowboarding.
What makes this city so ideal for enjoying a ski trip to Chile? Find out, below:
1. The snow is closer than you imagined
The main ski resorts in the capital are located less than 70 kilometers from the Holiday Inn Express Santiago. Among them, Valle Nevado stands out -the largest in South America- a luxury property where you can enjoy multiple snow activities. El Colorado, La Parva, Farellones and Portillo are other alternatives in the area.
2. You can visit a beautiful mountain village
If you plan to make your ski trip to Chile with your family, and you want a day of rest instead of hitting the slopes, you can visit Farellones, the beautiful mountain village near the resorts. In winter it is a magical place: its wooden houses covered with glittering snow look like something out of a movie. The best thing to do is to stay and watch the sun go down over Santiago: the colors are ideal for a good photo session.
3.Valle Nevado and Portillo organize dream events
These resorts are known for dedicating entire weeks to certain themes to entertain snow enthusiasts. Both have events for the whole family, with children’s entertainment, games and gourmet activities, such as wine festivals, cooking classes with renowned chefs and food tastings. The best part? All these activities are compatible with a fun day of skiing. For more details, you can check Valle Nevado’s calendar or Portillo’s list of activities.
4. Farellones offers fun activities
Not everything is skiing and snowboarding. In the Farellones mountain park you can enjoy activities for the whole family, such as canopy of 180 meters, tubing or tour the place in the panoramic chair. You can also get started in the white sport on the Magic Carpet, two 100-meter conveyor belts ideal for those who are just starting to experiment with snow.
5. Satisfy your desire for adrenaline
If you love extreme sports, maybe Heliskiing in Valle Nevado is the activity for you. A helicopter will drop you off in a totally virgin snow zone, where you will be the one in charge of tracing the routes you want. With the help of experienced mountain guides, special equipment and a safety protocol that meets the highest standards, it will be a day you won’t forget.
Did any of these alternatives catch your attention? You can access all of them from the Holiday Inn Express Santiago Hotel (Las Condes), a place that allows you to enjoy the best of the central area in winter.
Additionally, we invite you to enjoy the comforts of one of the best hotels in South America, we are located in:
Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Iquique, Chile.
Las Condes, Santiago de Chile.
Antofagasta, Chile.
Temuco, Chile.
Concepción, Chile.
Puerto Montt, Chile.
Aeropuerto Santiago de Chile.