Countdown to three weeks in Chile

A week from now, we will be landing in Santiago, Chile and beginning our whirlwind adventure. It's been a blast planning and prepping, and now the time has come to just do and be with whatever comes our way.

Let's hope these daily Spanish lessons will be put into action and that the Pisco is as memorable as they say. The one thing we resolved quickly was that Chile is one long country! Thank goodness for airplanes. From high deserts and wine valleys to ocean cliffs and moai -- we still had to choose. As one of my besties always says, "The first visit is just the teaser recon trip so pick a few things and just go." Eat, play, do - Chile is in full effect.

Prepare the perfect medical kit for travel abroad

Travelling abroad should be all about the trip so why not pack some essential over-the-counter meds.  An ounce of prevention can save you hours of hunting for a pharmacy or a comparable medicine. 

Here is list that I use to complete my travel first aid kit.

Electrolytes Ibprophene Acetaminophen Cold pills Cold medication Cough drops Decongestant and sinus

Allergy medication Antacids Motion sickness Small first aid kit (bandages, cleanser and ointment) Bug repellent (at least 25% deet) Afterbite

Sun screen Aloe vera Probiotic Vitamins Protein bars or snack Flashlight

Platform of the 90m ski jump turned zipline

Platform of the 90m ski jump turned zipline, a photo by TravelEatPlayDo on Flickr.

Must do in Calgary. Zipline at Canada Olympic Park.