Escape America Now

Relevant Background Information and Advisory Services for Expats to Chile...A site for people who are thinking about leaving North America or Europe and who have an interest in Chile.

Friday, October 27, 2017

Speedy Online Service in Chile

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I never thought I would see the day when email would show signs of becoming a dinosaur, but it seems like other social media and certa...

Thursday, September 14, 2017

Important New (Mostly Bad) Legislation in Chile

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Besides the imminent opening of the new Metro Line 6 in central Santiago, and the fabulous season-end flop of the Chilean national so...

Thursday, August 24, 2017

Note on the First World Status of Chile

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Is Chile a First World country? During the Cold War Era, the term "First World" referred to the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zeala...

Sunday, August 20, 2017

Note on the Cost of Living for Newcomers to Chile

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The cost of living is a technical economics term. It means, generally, "the level of prices relating to a range of everyday items, an...

Sunday, August 13, 2017

Memorandum to Newcomers

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From: Dr. Cobin, Instigator To: All Newcomers to Chile Re: Fundamentals, Expectations and Rules of Conduct Please take careful note o...

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Keep Your Hemispheres Straight!

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It's not just whether the North Star or the Southern Cross governs the night sky. There are hemispherical differences that go beyo...

Saturday, July 15, 2017

Getting Cell Phone Service in Chile

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Nowadays, everyone seems to need a smart cell phone with camera and tablet capabilities. In Chile, I have found it optimal to add a 50...

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