One of over 400 titles in the Insight series, Insight Guide Chile. This 384-page book includes a section detailing Chile's history, 7 features covering the country's life and culture, ranging from its pure Cabernet Sauvignon vines to its excellent huaso horsemanship, a region by region visitor's guide to the sights, and a comprehensive Travel Tips section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. Plus over 350 magnificent photographs and 14 maps.
Skimmed through it. I think Chile would be an ok place to visit, but it's such a long skinny country, it would be difficult and not very economic to see more than once region. I'm wondering if it's the most bang for the buck? The Patagonia region would be nice. The fly fishing sounds awesome. We'll see what happens.