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Visiting San Pedro de Atacama, Chile


An oasis amid strange and fantastic sand dunes, canyons, geysers and Licancabur volcano, San Pedro de Atacama's surroundings are so alien that its prime attractions are the geological formations of... more » An oasis amid strange and fantastic sand dunes, canyons, geysers and Licancabur volcano, San Pedro de Atacama's surroundings are so alien that its prime attractions are the geological formations of Moon Valley. Explore the area's moonscapes by hiking, biking, horseback riding or sandboarding. The charming town is laid-back and arty, and its center, home to a fine church and archaeological museum, can be discovered on foot. Bike to see indigenous ruins at Tulor, Moon Valley and Devil's Canyon. « less
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Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa

5 of 5 stars
Aspen, Colorado
Dec 27, 2009

This hotel deserves a 5 star rating and doesn't cost the earth in wasted water / energy to boot, as enjoying and preserving the local ecology are high priorities here. Notwithstanding that, rooms are...more

Hotel Corvatsch

Dec 26, 2009

There is no receptionist half the time, when there is one they are rude and unhelpful. We wanted to make a Christmas breakfast the owner took up the kitchen all 4 cooking plates we waited 4 hours...more

Incahuasi B&B

Dec 24, 2009

Incahuasi is wonderful. It's a little way out of town but there are free bikes to ride in (which normally cost $15,000 per day to hire). The breakfast is yummy home-made bread. The staff are...more

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