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Like the alpine ski resorts of most South America, Portillo does not have a single tree, and the slopes are divided into slopes suitable for skiers of all levels. For beginners, the practice area near the hotel is the best, the flat and wide beginner trails and magic carpet gondola are very well designed, and the grooming runs in good condition also allow intermediate and advanced snowmen to get a good opportunity to practice here. Don't worry about getting lost, the striking Hotel Portillo will always guide you with its bright yellow façade, while the views of the Inca Lagoon and the Andes Mountains provide you with wonderful views at all times.

Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)

For those who are looking for difficulty, Portillo has plenty of room for imagination. The area known as Kilometro Lanzado is the most famous area in the snow resort, where American Steve McKinney set an astonishing speed of 200 kilometers per hour in 1978. The famous Lake Run from the other side of the resort offers a panoramic view of Portillo, and although you have to walk back on your own, it is absolutely enjoyable.

Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)

Portillo also has two more legends. First up is Super C, one of the most well-known wild snow routes in the world. Climbing to the top of the Super C route to see Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America, and 12 other 6,000-meter snow-capped mountains, and then descending 1,600 meters from this steep C-canyon route back to Portillo Snow Resort is a favorite of many adventurers.

Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)

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Depending on the snow conditions, you may have to face four hours of various climbs and a 40-degree descent, and challenging Super C requires plenty of physical fitness, excellent skiing skills and complete equipment. But if a pink snow day with the right weather gives you such terrain to play, I believe it will be a good memory that will last a lifetime.

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Another legend is located at the beginning of Super C, the famous Roca Jack tow. Of the countless ski resorts I've been to all over the world, Roca Jack is sure to have a place in the strangest cable car, and to prevent avalanches from damaging the facility, Poma has created a unique tow that doesn't have the traditional tow bar and turret, and the slingshot-like tow ejects and tows five skiers to the top at once.

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What is it like to ride Roca Jack? Five skiers stand side by side, holding discs similar to normal tows, holding the pole in front of them with their hands, more like water skiing, but running much faster and steeper than traditional tows. There are several tips, first of all, the basic skills of skiing must be excellent, the second is to have the spirit of daring to try new things, and finally when you reach the end, don't be busy coming down, wait for it to stop completely and then get off the cable car in turn, otherwise what awaits you may be straight to the end.

Chile Row (10)

Among the many ski resorts in South America, Portillo is arguably the most well-serviced and well-equipped, and in addition to international ski schools and rental facilities, it boasts first-class hotel and restaurant facilities. In addition to the hotel's luxurious restaurant with lake views, Tio Bob's Restaurant on the hill, surrounded by mountains and facing the beautiful lagoon, is also my favorite place.

Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)

Bask in the sun in the afternoon (pay attention to sun protection, of course!). A beef burger paired with a glass of sparkling wine will feel like returning to the European Alps in South America.

Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)
Chile Row (10)

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