You’ve probably heard about countries that offer an “economic citizenship” package. Some of these countries have a fairly swift and non-intrusive process. For those considering Chile, regardless of what some may claim, neither of these are available here. What Chile does offer is a relatively easy and inexpensive, not to mention straightforward, means of becoming a ... Read More
Radio Show Topic More good stuff for newcomers to Chile: how new construction works, shipping containers and storing stuff, medical insurance, plus changes in the political process, slang words, house for sale in Viña Radio Show Description Segment 1: Political wrangling and nuances in Chile; Minister of Education Nicholas Eyzaguirre is not a PhD(c) from ... Read More
While driving south on Avenida San Martin in Viña del Mar, if you look right, you will see white sand beaches and Valparaíso, in the distance, across the bay. If you look left, you will see luxury apartments and thriving businesses. It is a picturesque spot. Occasionally you will see a Ferrari or Lamborghini zoom ... Read More
Home – What does it really mean? For some of us, it’s where we grew up. No matter where we go, whenever we return to the place of our youth, we just feel comfortable. And there’s a longing to return. For others, it’s more about people. No matter where your family is, this is home. ... Read More
Most (not all) Chilean workers, professional or otherwise, tend to be less productive than their counterparts in the Northern Hemisphere. This fact creates a dual potential problem for bilingual newcomers that strive to find a job in Chile. Unless one has a very specialized job with little competition in the marketplace, there is ... Read More
When we’re looking for places to visit, especially if we consider them to be possible expatriation destinations, there are several criteria we consider. Some of these include basic freedom, property rights, the economy, tax structures, safety and modern conveniences. Depending upon your circumstances, another major factor might be climate. While there are things to be said ... Read More
As we explored a couple of months ago, driving in Chile will be a new experience for westerners. We tend to take the things we’re used to for granted, almost relegating it to common sense. Just yesterday, while discussing plans with the folks over at Relocation Rally, this topic came up. We have a tendency ... Read More
