Conguillío National Park Is one of the best places to see the threatened species Araucaria araucana or Monkey Puzzle tree, presumably named as such due to it´s very spiky, leathery leaves which make it extremely difficult to get anywhere near the trunk to climb up to eat the tasty fruit…
What is nature therapy? The terminology “nature therapy” is relatively new. It is used to describe interventions designed to benefit health but based on nature. Typically activities are led by therapists or health professionals but it also refers to activities undertaken by individuals for their own wellbeing that doesn´t involve…
Cabins as comfortable as being at home Accommodation in Malalcahuello as comfortable as home could mean an apartment or a cabin or chalet. You´ll be hard pressed to find an apartment in Malalcahuello where cabins form the majority of accommodation options, apart from a few lodges, hotels and at the…
Corralco Corralco is a ski centre in the central-south of Chile, located between the Nevados de Chillan and Pucon ski centres. The 32 pistes of 25km (15 mi.) on the slopes of Volcano Lonquimay which has an altitude of 2865 m.s.n.m. (9340 AMSL). In the 1,800 hectares of skiable area,…
What is a sustainable cabin? Are there sustainable cabins in Malalcahuello? That´s a great question and the answer will differ slightly depending on one´s point of view and expertise in the area of sustainability and environmental issues. Sustainability in terms of commercial holiday accommodation generally encompasses attention to construction, management,…
What do we mean when we talk about “quality” in accommodation services? In general, quality in terms of accommodation services refers to well maintained facilities, excellent service, cleanliness, attention to detail and a guest experience that generally satisfies or exceeds expectations of its guests. How is quality measured? One of…
What do we mean when we talk about “quality” in accommodation services? In general, quality in terms of accommodation services refers to well maintained facilities, excellent service, cleanliness, attention to detail and a guest experience that generally satisfies or exceeds expectations of its guests. How is quality measured? One of…
Hot tub, spa or jacuzi, what is the diference? The hot tub o is typically a wooden bath construction of varying shapes and sizes. Most often it is located in an outdoor area and heated by burning wood. There are a variety of cabins and lodges that have this style…
¿What is spring and summer like in Malalcahuello? Malalcahuello is surrounded by mountains and native Araucaria and beech forest. In spring the valley is a bright green colour with the flush of new growth after winter. During the day the temperature is generally comfortable in the low to mid twenties…
Fiestas Patrias in Malalcahuello The 18th of September in Chile is a time for celebrating the beginning of independence from Spain. Tradicionally it is celebrated with family at home or perhaps in a “fonda” or fair where typical food is sold and people dust off their tradicional dance costumes to…