Tag Archives: South America

A Thrilling 9-Day Bolivian Adventure Itinerary

Total Days: 9 days excluding travel | Accommodations: Hotels, or as close to it as possible! | Traveled with: Solo | Transportation: Flights, buses, cable cars | Type of Trip: Emphasis on unreal landscapes | Highlights: Rainforests walks and salt flat excursions Get ready for a whirlwind adventure through the heart and soul of Bolivia! This 9-day itinerary will leave you stunned […]

Lessons Learned in La Paz, Bolivia

La Paz is the gateway to Bolivia. With flights to El Alto International Airport, the city serves as a convenient starting point to exploring the country’s diverse landscapes and cultural heritage. La Paz is the “highest administrative capital” in the world, at an elevation of 11,975 ft above sea level. What does that mean? Although […]

The Alternative (and Better) Fitz Roy Hike

Located near the town of El Chalten in Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park, the Laguna de Los Tres hike in Fitz Roy is a challenging but rewarding hike that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. The lake is named after the three peaks of Mount Fitz Roy that can be seen from […]

Lessons Learned in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is a vibrant and diverse city that offers a wealth of opportunities to learn and explore. Below are fun facts and tips about traveling in Buenos Aires. The abundance of green spaces in Buenos Aires is a testament to the city’s commitment to creating a high quality of life for its residents and […]

El Calafate: The Patagonia Kickoff

El Calafate is the starting point for many Patagonia adventures. Here’s what to know beforehand: El Calafate is equivalent to a ski town: one main street with hotels modeled as lodges and cabins. The restaurants have a rustic look and the breweries are teeming with people all afternoon into evening.  Travelers come here for 2 […]

The Best Things To Do in Peru

Machu Picchu I’ll get this one out of the way! Yes, Machu Picchu lives up to the hype. The ruins and history are fascinating, but it’s the majestic surroundings that really make this sacred site one of the wonders of the world. Every room of the city was built with such intention: the way the […]

Packing List and What to Wear in Peru

Essential Items to Bring for Lima Exploring and Cusco Adventuring Most visitors come to Peru during the winter season, which goes from May-September. Though chillier, the likelihood of heavy rain goes down! I was there in May and experienced everything from a cold and foggy 30 degrees to a bold and radiant 80 degrees so […]

Traveling to Peru during the Pandemic

Real Covid-19 Rules and Regulations (and All the Things They Don’t Tell You!) As of May 2021, Peru is having its second wave and the severity is categorized as high – extreme. Vaccines are only available for those 80 years and older, and on top of that, many residents are hesitant about getting the vaccine […]