Santiago is so much better this time

We rest, recover, and restock in Santiago before we head South a couple of nights later.

Highlight is Flo gets a custim t-shirt that is totally fitting with her situation. Three others get walking shoes, and I get a very small rucksack. In addition, all the males get haircuts, which are 85% cheaper than in the Swiss mountains.

What strikes all of us is how much Santiago has improved since we were last here two years ago. Back then, Covid and social unrest, with a lot of places in the centre closed, meant that the city felt hollowed out and the mood was depressed. It's great to see that all that is for now, at least over.Read more