These 19 photos from Valle Nevado, Chile will make you yearn for adventure

Being able to go down to Chile and ski the famed peaks of the Andes is a real privilege. And the inevitable question posed to travelers upon their return home: What was it like down there? Colorado-based photographer Jeff Cricco, instead of trying to explain such an experience, just shows folks his stunning photos. Here, we’ve displayed 19 of his favorite ones from a recent trip with Stellar Media to Valle Nevado, showcasing scenes from on and around the famed Chilean resort.

So, to those who are wondering what it’s like down there in that oh-so-mystical land of “summer” skiing: enjoy.

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Recent Instagrams from Cricco