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Old Oct 15th, 2007, 06:29 PM
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Help with Packing for Rio and Santiago

We are in the midst of packing for a trip to South America. Saw the recent Argentina post on dressing for Buenos Aires. Will this also be OK for Rio and Santiago? My husband has already packed a blazer and 2 long sleeved shirts and is now wondering if he will need the blazer. We are doing the trip with just carry-on luggage, so don't want to pack to much or buy anything there. This forum is so helpful. Thanks for answering.
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Old Oct 15th, 2007, 07:34 PM
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Was to all of these places in March 2007, and what you have packed for Buenos Aires will be just fine for Rio and for Santiago.

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Old Oct 27th, 2007, 06:04 AM
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Hi, Rio is very very casual. You can pratically go to the supermarket in your bikini and nobody will react. You will be fine with a pair of jeans in most places, shorts, t-shirts, flip flops etc. No blazers required at all. Buenos Aires is a bit more sophisticated, but also quite casual. A blazer would be nice in the better restaurants during the evening but I doubt it will be a must.
Make sure not to bring any jewelry or expose expensive items whilst walking in Rio. Low key is better!!
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don't know when you guys are coming to Chile. Santiago is getting pretty warm by these days... and sometimes a little bit chilly at night... I would recommend you to bring some t-shirts also, tons of sunblock, a hat and sunglasses.

are you staying just in Santiago?
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and when are you coming??
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