Described as a Cruise By on our Itinerary, our view of Easter Island was limited to what could be seen from our balcony; still a treat for all on board after three days at sea. I have since been informed that only 1000 visitors are permitted to be on the Island at the same time, nice for those lucky enough to be there I guess! Not likely to be venturing that way again anytime soon, but still good to tick this one off the Bucket list.

Three flights and close to two days after leaving home we arrived in Santiago in the early hours of Tuesday morning local time. All very smooth through the airport and met by the driver we'd booked to transport us to our accommodation. Recommend the Plaza Suites for the location alone, right in the middle of the city and walking distance to Cerro Santa Lucia with panoramic views of the city and Andes on the horizon. Perfect walking weather and the metro ...