CultureShock! Chile: A Survival Guide to Customs and Etiquette

CultureShock! Chile: A Survival Guide to Customs and Etiquette

CultureShock! Chile is your one-stop guide to settling in the country and adapting to life in a new land. Learn from the authors’ experience as they share insights into the Chilean work etiquette, navigating the class system, setting up home and using the estufa and califont as well as what generally makes the people tick in this South American nation. Discover the country’s myriad attractions from the Atacama Desert to beautiful La Serena. Sample Chilean fare such as prietas and cazuelas and wash it all down with a glass of red wine from one of the many excellent vineyards. Having overcome its turbulent political history, Chile now struggles to balance its traditional values with the demands of a modern economy. CultureShock! Chile is essential reading for anyone who plans to be in Chile for an extended period.