Coming up on Emily in Chile
You guys. There are exciting things going on over here in the Emily in Chile world (including, but not limited to, talking about myself in the third person). Now, don’t get any ideas. I haven’t won the lottery, and I’m not sure that these things are exciting to anyone but me. But I still want to share because sharing’s kind of what I do here.
First, I have joined the 21st century, by which I mean that I am on Pinterest. I have so far refrained from delving into the world of other boards and repins because lately, I just haven’t had the time. Work has been busy, plus I’m doing a diplomado (1-year graduate degree, essentially half a master’s) which requires studying time. I’m loving it though, so no complaints here!
So far I’m pinning the occasional picture of my own – check out Beautiful Chile to keep up with some of the beautiful places I’ve been lucky enough to visit in this country – and photos from blogs I follow. This pretty much means my Fashion board is going to become proof of my obsession with Atlantic-Pacific and seriously? San Francisco is not that big a city, I must know someone who knows her who will help me befriend her and make her take me shopping.
You’ve also got Emily in Chile on StumbleUpon, Emily in Chile on Facebook and, of course, Emily in Chile on Twitter. You know, in case you needed to stalk me in every possible online medium.
For those who prefer real-life stalking, don’t think I’ve forgotten you. I am SO excited to be working with wine club LA CAV to report back on this weekend’s ExpoCAV wine expo. I’ll be attending a tasting as well as exploring the various stands from more than 40 vineyards, but if you’re in Santiago this weekend why not see taste it for yourself? If the Fiesta del Vino de Pirque left you feeling jealous, this is the perfect chance to have a little enological fun of your own.
And to finish up, I recently booked a trip to Buenos Aires at the end of next month to see one of my close friends. That whole British passport issue isn’t a problem because I can travel between Chile and Argentina with just my Chilean ID. Perfect!
Sorry for the housekeeping style post full of somewhat random pieces of information, but as you can see, I’ve had a lot going on and wanted to share it. Now, back to our regularly scheduled programming. Coming up, the Montery Bay Aquarium. I hope you like pictures of fish.
Packed and fun-filled… just the way life in Chile should be!
OJO with the travel to Argentina on your ID–I think that’s only for South American citizens… better check ahead of time just in case! (and please report back–would love to know!)
I have checked! I am far too much of a worrier to book a ticket without being 100% sure even though a friend just went two weeks ago and said immigration on both sides told her to travel on her carnet rather than her passport. In case you are also paranoid and would like to print out the Mercosur agreement to have with you if/when you travel (I will be doing this since odds are that if I don’t, I’ll get the PDI guy who doesn’t know I can do this), it’s article 3. As I understand it, as long as I don’t require a visa due to my nationality – which I don’t – I can travel on my Chilean residency document.
Good to know!!
I was really glad to find the official documentation on top of having friends’ experiences to rely on.
Okay- I’m beyond obsessed with Atlantic/Pacific too- it’s sad and starting to freak Bob out. I’ll even see something and say to him, ah, Atlantic/ pacific would rock that. yep- totaly fashion dork!
Bob. There is nothing wrong with being obsessed with Atlantic-Pacific. She has a fabulous sense of style. It’s a girl thing, just let us be.
Soooooooooooooooooooo excited to see you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I can’t wait!
Hey Emily,
Fun times, BA! I just wanted to mention that if you are written on your carnet as from the US, you still have to pay the reciprocity fee, even if you’re traveling on your carnet, even though the line says Mercosur resident, and even if you have permanent residency in Chile. Maybe you’ve already paid it (it’s good for 10 years, not the life of your passport), but if not, travel on your carnet or not, and you’ll have to fork out the cash. BOOOO.
Been a long time since we’ve gotten together. Must remedy that!
More good tips! I am here as a British citizen though, so I get in for free. Although my dad keeps telling me not to mention the British part what with current talk of the Malvinas/Falklands.
And yes to the last bit – I’ve been thinking about you a lot lately and just need to stop thinking and start emailing!
Wine – mmmm – jealous!! Got my visa today so I am no longer your grounded twin. But we have no plans on the horizon for trips so I’m still less exciting than you =)
I’m so glad you got your visa! Now to put it to good use with a fun trip
Ayngelina loves it when you talk in the third person
Between that and the shared love of food, Emily thinks she and Ayngelina could be good friends.