/ 2018-09-05
We all know we should be using less plastic. If photos of strangled sea turtles and dead whales weren’t enough, governments across the world have been banning plastic bags, straws, disposable water bottles, and other toxic products that clog up our oceans and landfills. Cutting plastic out of your life can seem like an impossible task; when you start to think about all the items in your life that contain plastic, you might struggle to find one that doesn’t!
However, even making a few small tweaks to your routine can have an...
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/ 2018-06-12
Un viaje a Chile suele ser una gran aventura para todos los que visitan, más aún si llegas hasta la Patagonia. Aun si ya pasaste por Feria Santa Lucia o Pueblito Los Dominicos para comprar algunos recuerdos para su familia y amigos, no olvides comprarte algo especial para ti. Probablemente buscas algo más original que el suéter de alpaca típico, el llavero de cobre o el jersey de fútbol chileno que podrías haber comprado en cualquier lugar. Es hora de encontrar un regalo únicamente chileno para recordar tu viaje.
Aquí incluimos ocho marcas chilenas originales donde puedes comprar ...
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/ 2018-06-06
Visiting Chile could be the trip of a lifetime, especially if you make it down to Patagonia. You might have already stopped by Feria Santa Lucia or Pueblito Los Dominicos to buy some souvenirs for your family and friends, but now it’s time to invest in something for yourself. However, you don’t have to settle for the typical alpaca sweater, copper keychain, or Chilean soccer jersey that you could have bought anywhere. It’s time to update the keepsake. Here are eight original Chilean brands where you can buy a souvenir that helps you relive the soul and culture of Chile. Most of thes...
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/ 2018-05-17
En los últimos días de enero 2018, la Presidenta de Chile, Michelle Bachelet anunció la creación de ocho nuevos parques nacionales con una superficie total de más de 4,5 millones de hectáreas. Aunque los parques no son contiguos, en total el espacio es más grande que los parques nacionales de Yosemite y Yellowstone en EEUU, juntos. En un país donde la industria forestal y la minería infringe cada más en los espacios naturales, esta decisión por parte del gobierno ha sido histórica.
Además de ser la inspiración para tu próximo viaje, estos parques nacionales son un símbolo d...
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/ 2018-05-01
Después de la industria del petróleo, la industria de la moda es la que más contamina el medioambiente. La práctica de producir nuevos estilos de prendas cada tres o cuatro semanas y a precios muy bajos, no solo produce serios daños sociales y ambientales, sino que también nos presiona a consumir constantemente. ¿Cuanto tendrias ahorrado si no fuera por la nueva moda de jeans que apareció en Zara o las camisas baratas de H&M?
Se dice que las cosas buenas siempre demoran más en llegar. Mientras la industria del fast fashion produce a niveles más frenéticos, la sociedad está haciend...
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/ 2018-04-22
Chile es el productor #1 de cobre en el mundo. La minería en Chile constituye más del 50% de sus exportaciones, lo que pone un tope natural en el PIB del país. Hay que darse cuenta que eventualmente, las materias primas se acabarán.
Si bien el cobre chileno no se acabará pronto, siempre se puede comenzar a hacer planes para un futuro más sostenible. La economía chilena ha estado en deceleración durante años y solo tuvo una tasa de crecimiento del PIB de 1,2% en 2017. A pesar de las inversiones que hace Chile en tecnología e innovación, que pretenden revitalizar la economía para el...
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/ 2018-04-12
China is not necessarily the first country that comes to mind when someone says: sustainable fashion. Known for crippling pollution, overcrowding, and a toxic water supply, China is far from an ecological paradise. However, recent outcry over work conditions and air quality has made the Chinese government aware of the urgency of developing a new status quo, especially in manufacturing and fashion.
China is reinventing itself. As the population transitions to the middle class, consumers are demanding products that are not only affordable, but also high-quality and sustainable.
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/ 2018-04-12
Chile is the world’s #1 producer of copper. When mining makes up over 50% of your exports, there is a natural cap on GDP. Eventually, the raw materials will run out.
While copper is far from tapped out in Chile, it is never too early to start making plans for a more sustainable future. Chile’s economy has been slowing down for years, hitting just a 1.2% GDP growth rate in 2017. Despite Chile’s investments in technology and innovation, which are meant to jumpstart the economy f...
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/ 2018-03-28
At TTANTI we know experiences are what shapes a person’s soul. Yes, it’s definitely a balance between nature and nurture, but the way you structure your life and walk through your own personal journey your soul and forms you into the person you are. We might have natural tendencies, but sometimes what happens to us and what happens around us and what we voluntarily seek out is what becomes our soul’s identity.
Choosing to go trekking in Patagonia might have been a carefully thought out decision, or maybe it was a spur of the moment idea when a f...
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/ 2018-03-21
Sometimes the best part of traveling is eating and drinking your way through the land - after all, what would a trip to Paris be like without a croissant? Or a vacation to Australia without a shrimp on the barbie? And you would never leave Germany without a beer and a pretzel! The traditions are no less strong in Patagonia, though they are perhaps less well known. We’ve got our very favorite five typical Patagonian dishes you must try when you find yourself amidst the glaciers, penguins and gauchos.
Cordero al Palo - or, lamb roasted on the spit over an open...
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/ 2014-10-17
Como hemos visto en un post anterior, cuidar los ancestros naturales no es solo cuidar la materia desde la sustentabilidad y el medio ambiente sino que también nuestra historia, cultura e identidad.
Es por eso que compartimos 10 consejos para no dañar la vida silvestre cuando estés fuera o dentro de tu hogar, ya sea dentro o fuera de tu país.
Primero 10 consejos cuando salgas.
1.Infórmate sobre los lugares que visites para que tomes buenas decisiones. Así conocerás las ofertas, evitaras el mercado que abuso del medio natural y sus habitantes. Tam...
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/ 2018-03-14
Every once in a while you walk away from a movie energized, moved and motivated to take hold of your dreams. At TTANTI we love drawing inspiration from travelers and adventurers of all sorts, and sometimes nothing is better than watching their stories unfold before our eyes through the magic of film. We’ve compiled a list of some of our very favorite adventure travel movies that give us the encouragement to follow our passions, the fortitude to stick with it when times are tough and the inspiration to know the journey is half the battle.
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/ 2018-03-06
We’re wrapping up summer down here in the Southern Hemisphere and looking forward to a cool fall, but we realize most of you are anxiously awaiting the warmer temps of spring up in the Northern Hemisphere. As we transition seasons we’re always looking for new additions to our wardrobes to put a little pep in our step, and as ethical consumers we’re passionate about finding ways to step softly on Mother Earth, while making sure producers are treated with dignity and respect. Here we have six of our favorite ethical finds that will be sure to make spring even more exciting.
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/ 2018-03-05
It’s no secret that Patagonia has conditions that change by the minute. From snowing to sunny in under an hour, from sweltering to freezing over the course of a kilometer. We like to be prepared for anything down here in Patagonia. If you’re planning your trip to our homeland we hope to take out some of the guesswork of what you’ll need to feel comfortable and happy. Of course, your packing list for Patagonia will vary widely based on what your activities will be when you’re down here, but if you’re doing a typical three or four da...
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/ 2017-07-20
This vast land of southern Chile is home to few people, but is dreamt about by many. An ambitious travel goal for anyone with an explorer’s heart, we are proud to have our roots in Patagonia. Should you find yourself planning your trip to our homeland, it can be overwhelming to plan what you’re going to do/see/experience.With seemingly endless exploring opportunities Patagonia has something to inspire awe in even the most jaded traveler. Below are some of our most favorite ideas of what to do in Patagonia from our friends at Keteka, home to authentic a...
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/ 2018-02-26
La moda sostenible ha recorrido un largo camino en los últimos diez años. Lo que comenzó con el polémico programa de calzado One for One de TOMS se ha convertido en un verdadero movimiento para democratizar la moda ética. Empresas grandes y pequeñas ahora han percibido que el 70% de los millennials están dispuestos a gastar más en marcas que respaldan causas que les apasionan. A nivel mundial, los consumidores son cada vez más conscientes de lo...
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/ 2018-02-20
Socially conscious fashion has come a long way in the past ten years. What started with TOMS’ controversial One for One shoe program has now become a full blown movement to democratize sustainable fashion. Companies big and small have become aware that 70% of millennials are willing to spend more on brands that support causes they are passionate about. Globally, consumers are becoming more conscious of what they purchase, and brands are taking ...
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/ 2018-02-12
TTANTI Travel Journal
"Torres del paine edition"
Torres del Paine seems to be on everyone’s “bucket list” these days. The mystical, magical site of the three towers, and its surrounding national park, has become synonymous with carefree adventure - and for good reason! Beyond the most famous towers, the entire national park in southern Chile deserves the reputation of a place to escape back to nature, totally disconnect and truly enjoy the overwhelming beauty of nature.
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/ 2018-02-07
Love
At TTANTI we’re gluttons for love. Give us all the love! Throw the word around liberally, use it like you mean it -- more love is always better. We love all love, and we’re not afraid to admit it. There is just nothing better than being filled with the contented, delirious, comforting and thrilling emotion of love. The all-encompassing crazy love from a dramatic movie to the everyday love you feel for your favorite sandwich made by your grandma. Love is always good, love is always worthy and love is always present. ...
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/ 2018-01-11
TTANTI was born in Patagonia, a land where foreign wanderers coexist with local, ancient traditions. We combine the natural and noble materials of Chilean Patagonia with the time-honored tradition of Swiss watchmaking. Our models are named for foreign explorers keen on discovering what lies just beyond their comfort zones. It thus comes as no surprise that our everyday team at TTANTI is also comprised of a multinational and multicultural group of passionate people, all with explorers’ hearts, and a deep appreciation for both the natural world and ...
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/ 2017-11-17
Instagram has become a hotspot for finding out about the latest trends in everything from clothes to music to traveling. For us at TTANTI it has also become a place of inspiration: somewhere to go when we need a boost of positive vibes, a meaningful kick in the pants, or a deeper look at our souls. The people behind these Instagrams are not merely sharing their photos - they are sharing deeply personal life events, words that speak all the way through you and sentiments that will move you and spur you on. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite modern d...
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/ 2017-04-05
Caring for your TTANTI Your TTANTI is a piece of art - built to honor the beauty in the traditions of the Swiss and the Patagonians, it will change over time and only become more special if you show it proper care. Just as a fine heirloom table made of wood should not be taken sleddingRead More
/ 2017-03-14
Unique Watch
A unique watch tells a story about the man wearing it. It says you're not swayed by what's trendy, it says your personality goes deeper than surface appearances. A unique watch tells the story ...
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/ 2017-01-13
Perfect Gift
This Christmas did you receive the perfect gift? Was your perfect gift wrapped all nice and pretty under the Christmas tree just waiting for you with bows and ribbons? Did Santa leave you something that made your eyes light up and your heart go pitter patter? Or was this another year of tacky sweaters from your Aunt Joan and useless paperweights from cousin Steve? Another year feigning excitement as you open gifts? Has the perfect gift alluded you yet again? Well, maybe it’s time to change things up. It’s time for the perfect gift....
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/ 2017-01-23
Affordable Luxury
You can’t buy it with any amount of money - it’s just not possible. It’s available to everyone in the entire world, and we all get the exact same amount each day, each week, each month, each year. You can’t trade for more. You cannot demand more,...
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/ 2016-09-28
Un reloj TTANTI está hecho de uno de los tres tipos diferentes de madera natural de la Patagonia - Lenga, Roble y Aromo. Probablemente nunca has oído hablar de ellos, y honestamente, nos gustaría mantenerlos un poco en secreto. Mientras que son materias primas increíbles, mantener Patagonia como un paisaje salvaje y natural está en el corazón de lo que hacemos. Producimos nuestros relojes de madera natural de árbole...
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/ 2016-09-28
What to get boyfriend for Christmas?
Maybe it’s your husband, or your brother. Perhaps your dad or father-in-law? Some guys are hard to buy for. Actually, some guys are impossible to buy for. It’s the age old question: what to get your boyfriend (husband, brother, FIL, etc!) for Christmas. Nothing like a little angst to go with the holidays, right?
If your Christmas gift recipient is who we have in mind, they’re self sufficient and prefer experiences to material things. They love exploring new destinations on vacation, but love the holiday traditions they’ve built ...
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/ 2017-05-29
El regalo perfecto para un hombreSi alguna vez te has preguntado cuál es el regalo perfecto para hombre o no has decidido el obsequio para ese evento especial, no es extraño que no hayas encontrado la opción ó el regalo perfecto.Algunas ideas de regalo para hombre pueden v...
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/ 2016-07-25
Men's wooden watch - the new jewelry concept
For years, the wristwatch has been an important functional accessory for men. Obviously used to know the time at a glance, it quickly became not just a utilitarian tool, but also a fashion accessory. ...
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/ 2016-07-25
Relojes de Madera, El concepto detrás de TTANTI
En TTANTI nos preocupamos por la calidad de los materiales y de los procesos que intervienen en nuestro proceso de fabricación. Muchas marcas de reloj / accesorios de madera buscan métodos de producción baratos y rápidos. La madera se somete a procesos químicos fuertes y perjudiciales, lo que resulta en un producto acabado que se asemeja más al plástico que la madera. TTANTI respeta el método lento, minucioso e inteligente de l...
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/ 2016-10-06
Tienda de relojes
La experiencia de comprar un reloj ha cambiado totalmente en los últimos años. Atrás han quedado los días de tener un reloj de bolsillo heredado de tu abuelo, y ahora, se han ido los días de ir en tu auto, sentado en el tráfico par...
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/ 2016-10-14
For Him
Who is TTANTI watch for? A TTANTI is for a very specific kind of man ...
This TTANTI is for him. You know him. He drives a well loved, battered, adventure ready 4x4 that use to be his grandfather’...
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/ 2016-10-27
Who do you admire?
Who do you seek to emulate? Are you a follower of trends, or do you blaze your own path? Do you look to others to define what you wear or do you wear what makes you feel confident and like yourself? When it comes to how y...
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/ 2016-11-23
What to Buy my Boyfriend for Christmas
“What to buy my boyfriend for Christmas?” you ask yourself at least five times a day. It feels almost like a cruel test, right? You’ve been mulling this decision over for weeks now, and as the day get closer the pressure mounts. “What to buy my boyfriend ...
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/ 2016-11-29
Graduation Gift for Boyfriend
Graduation gift for boyfriend? What could even begin to adequately mark these last several years in school? How can one gift possibly encompass all the blood, sweat and toil he’s put into this degree? How could one tiny graduation gift for boyfriend really show ...
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/ 2016-12-21
Luxury
What does luxury mean for you? How would you define luxury? Does luxury bring up images of caviar and champagne? Is luxury a butler with a silver platter waiting on you hand and foot? Or perhaps luxury is...
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/ 2016-12-29
Luxury Brands
The term “luxury brands” should be relatively easy to define. They shouldn’t be clouded in mystery - a faceless factory making you want to buy things you don’t need with splashy advertisements. Luxury bra...
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/ 2016-11-17
Unique Christmas Gifts for Dad
You’ve been meaning to get around to shopping for your Dad’s Christmas gift for a while now. It first popped up in your brain in late September, and you gave yourself a mental pat on the back for “starting early” this year. In mid-October you remembered again and idly googled “what to get my dad for christmas” or “unique christmas gifts for dad” but then never pulled the trigger. After Halloween you told yourself you’d better get serious. Then just last week when you found the perfect gift for your mom and sister you realize...
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/ 2014-10-17
TIPOS DE COSTURAS PARA EL CUERO
Capitulo 4
Punto, punto, tirar. Punto, punto, tirar. Ahora se hace tan sencillo cocer este cuero, como si la aguja fuera una extensión de mí. Al igual que toda persona que escribe una letra, que aprende a caminar, y olvida que tiene zapatos hasta que camina descalzo y se pincha. Toda persona que habla y que respira lo hace de forma natural. La maestría se alcanza con los años, la experiencia y el c...
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/ 2017-08-02
Relojes ExclusivosEl uso de un reloj cada vez se hace más esencial en mayoría de las personas, trasladarse de un lugar a otro en contra del tiempo suele ser una carrera que se lleva a cabo diariamente en la búsqueda de un óptimo desenvolvimiento en la vida cotidiana. Las labores deben realizarse sin perder el estilo por lo que el uso de relojes exclusivos es una de las mejores alternativas a los teléfonos celulares y otros instrumentos que nos permiten saber la hora exacta donde sea que se encuentre un individuo.