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Since it is the spring season, the weather could be variable. Light layers are recommended. It's a good idea to have a light jacket or umbrella in case of rain and you may wish to more
bring some smart casual attire for dinners.
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| 2. What are the accommodations like? |
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We stay in comfortable hotels throughout the trip, all with private facilities. more
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| 3. What is the mode of travel within the destination? |
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We travel in comfortable private vehicles by road. Our flight to Buenos Aires is also included. more
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| 4. Can you arrange my flights for me? |
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We are a full service operator with a dedicated Flight Desk and would be pleased to arrange the flights from your home city to the destination and return. more
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Nationals of Canada and USA do not require a visa to visit Chile or Argentina. Please be advised that there is a reciprocity fee payable in cash only on arrival in Chile. The amount is more
US$55 for Canadians and US$100 for Americans. This amount is subject to change at any time.
You will require a passport for your trip. Please make sure that it is valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of your tour. It is advisable to take a photocopy of the information page of your passport and keep it in a separate part of your luggage. We also recommend leaving a copy with your contact person at home. If you lose your passport, this will make it easier to replace.
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| 6. Do I need insurance? What type of coverage should I have? |
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We strongly recommend that you purchase insurance to cover both cancellation and out-of-province medical emergencies. We offer travel insurance for Cancellation and/or Out-of-Province Medical coverage through RBC Insurance. Since participants on our tours are more
often travelling in remote places and on active vacations, all should have travel insurance.
Worldwide Quest is not responsible for the loss or theft of any personal articles such as cameras, binoculars or other valuables while you are on tour. Therefore, we strongly urge you to check your household or personal insurance policies to ensure that all the valuable articles you may take with you are insured to the level of your personal requirements.
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| 7. Are any vaccinations required? |
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You are not required to have any inoculations, vaccinations, or anti-malaria pills. However, it is always a good idea to ensure that your tetanus, diphtheria and polio booster is up-to-date and that you are immunized more
for hepatitis. We strongly recommend that you consult with your physician, or local health service, several weeks prior to departure, to obtain up-to-date health information about this destination.
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Gratuities are not included in the tour price and are at your discretion. more
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| 9. Can I use credit or debit cards in the destination? Should I bring travellers' cheques? |
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MasterCard and Visa are the most widely accepted; American Express and Diners Club are also taken. Check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability and other services that may be available. more
It is often difficult to exchange travellers' cheques in the smaller towns. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.
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| 10. What about photography? |
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If you are purchasing new equipment or accessories for this trip, we encourage you to become familiar with their operation prior to leaving. It is rather frustrating to miss some terrific photo ops because the more
camera is not performing as expected. We suggest you bring plastic bags to protect your camera, lens, and gear from moisture. If you have a spare camera body, bring it along. It will be useful as a back up in case of a malfunction of your main camera. You should also take spare camera batteries (the most common cause of camera malfunction while on tour). Don't forget your recharger for digital cameras and camcorders, and lots of memory.
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