The Ultimate Guide to Ski Resorts

Portillo Ski Center is the oldest and most well-known skiing area in South America, known by skiing enthusiasts all over the world as a resort of breathtaking beauty, where skiing and snowboarding is a world-class affair. It is unique as it is majestic-- no towns, commercial areas or high priced tickets mars its natural elegance, providing a friendly and warm atmosphere amids the snow's cold. It also plays host to national Ski Teams every year, and has born witness to the victories of many gold medal winners.

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Lagunillas is one of the more down-to-earth, inexpensive ski resorts in Chile, located near the quaint town of San José de Maipo. It is known for its wide range of slopes, wonderful casual atmosphere, and the gorgeous environment. It is situated at a towering 7,220 feet above sea level, and sports several facilities which include a ski school, equipment rental, a gift shop and a cafeteria. It has 13 different slopes, each catering to a particular skill level, and runs across a stunning 500 acres of various terrain. It's most popular pistes include La Lola, Novicios and Pancho, all interconnected by a series of modern ski lifts. It is also one of the few resorts that offer night skiing.

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