The city of Cartagena has the feeling of a film set. At the heart of its walled old town, a grid-like structure of narrow cobbled streets extends in ruler-straight lines, framed on two sides by enchanting, bougainvillea-decked colonial mansions. Restored and painted in the sharpest of colour palates, they’re a paradise for photographers. As you …
The 15 Best Hikes in Patagonia that You Can Do Without a Guide
Home to the final, southernmost stretch of the Andes Mountains as they plunge into the Pacific Ocean, Patagonia is a remarkable place for hiking, particularly if you like wild terrain and scenery. Some of South America’s most superlatively beautiful hiking trails crisscross this land of wind-pummelled grasslands, clusters of evergreen forests blasted by the …
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15 of the Best Day Hikes in Torres del Paine National Park For All Abilities
If there’s one place you’ve heard about in Patagonia, bets are it’s Torres del Paine National Park. This protected area in Southern Chilean Patagonia is best known as the location of the W trek or the O Circuit – two of South America’s most splendid multi-day hikes. However, you can also visit Torres del Paine …
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21 Unique Tourist Attractions You Can’t Miss in Guyana
When you hear the name “Guyana”, what do you think? Perhaps that it’s a place in Africa? Maybe the location of the Jonestown massacre? Or, well, not much? Whichever it is, this English-speaking country (yes, really!) on the northwestern edge of South America is as surprising as it is under-the-radar. I’ve spent close to six …
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12 Reasons Why Wildlife-Packed Guyana Should Be Your Next Travel Destination
The South American continent, with its relics of ancient civilizations, millions of square kilometres of dense jungle that pumps oxygen out into the world and rich cultures that have survived invasions and epidemics, has become far more accessible to global travellers. But I guarantee that for every country you might have visited, there are number …
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Where to Stay in Cusco: 21 of the Best Hotels and Guesthouses
Within striking distance of the Sacred Valley and Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Cusco is one of Peru’s most touristed cities. It’s also a place in which I lived for seven months while volunteering for a local educational charity – and a city that I quickly fell in love with, thanks to its energy and …
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Everything You Need to Know Before Driving in Patagonia
There are a number of places around the globe that just lend themselves towards a road trip. Patagonia is one of them; a place of rugged mountains, thick forest that transitions into arid, wind blasted grasslands and, running throughout, the vast, open road. Driving to or around Patagonia is a means of exploring a remote …
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Everything You Need to Know About Hiking the Torres del Paine O Circuit
While the W trek may be what brings the hordes to the park, the O Circuit is Torres del Paine National Park’s undisputed gem. Untouched landscapes of Magallanic forests, a rich array of wildlife and more glaciers per day than is probably your fair ratio, this trek goes above and beyond what the W can …
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Three Mind-Blowing Colombia Itineraries For One & Two Weeks
Fancy heading to a country which has it all? Colombia is the place for you. Whether you love sitting on a beach and swimming in warm tranquil waters, climbing mountains, tasting delicious food, chocolate or coffee, exploring ancient ruins or trekking through jungles – Colombia has something for everyone. Visiting Colombia is perfect for a …
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South America Backpacking Routes: Seven Itineraries for Two Weeks to One Month
South America is a truly unique travel experience, with myriad landscapes and cultures. Many new South American travellers become intimidated by how much there is to do and how little of it is familiar. Don’t worry, once you get going, you’ll quickly fall in love with the towering mountains, long beaches, lush forests, old towns …
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Chilean Protests: Is it Still Safe to Travel to Chile?
Despite Chile’s reputation as one of the safest and most politically stable countries in South America, on Friday the 18th of October, protests erupted in various neighbourhoods across the capital city, Santiago, and have since spread to other cities across the country. What happened between October and December 2019? The protests began following a 4% …
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Everything You Need to Know About Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
A trip that is on many travelers’ bucket lists is to visit the “Lost City of the Incas” – Machu Picchu. One of the seven wonders of the modern world, Machu Picchu is an incredible sight to see and place to experience. For adventurous travelers, simply hopping on a bus or train to get to …
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The 15 Coolest Things to Do in Valparaíso, Chile
Valparaíso (or Valpo to the locals) is a Chilean city steeped in history. Once known as the “The Jewel of South America”, this city’s bohemian, youthful revival over the past 20 years has made it a must-visit destination when touring these parts. If you love getting lost in alleyways full of street art, craft beer …
How to Get to Patagonia: A Complete Travelers’ Guide
The mythical region of Patagonia has enthralled visitors such as Charles Darwin and Bruce Chatwin and each year, hundreds of thousands of tourists make pilgrimage to its wild and unpredictable corners for an adventure into the unknown. But working out how to get to Patagonia can be a logistical feat in itself, particularly as the …
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An Expert Guide to Visiting El Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
If you’re visiting Bolivia, chances are, the Salar de Uyuni (aka the Bolivian Salt Flats) is on your must-see list. The world’s largest salt flat, it a truly amazing sight to behold. If you want to experience the incredible richness of natural beauty and diverse landscapes that Bolivia has to offer, a tour of El …
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Where to Stay in Lima: Chic & Modern Selina Lima
Lima is a city that I’ve long had a love-hate relationship with. I love ceviche (I mean, who doesn’t love this delicious fish dish?) and I love the idea of Lima, with its ocean side location and impressive of world-class restaurants and cool bars. But every time I’ve visited, I’ve struggled with one big thing: …
Argentina’s El Perito Moreno Glacier: The Complete Visitor’s Guide
One of the most beautiful places in the world, the Perito Moreno glacier is a rare tourist attraction that is 100% worth the buzz – and the price tag. Do not be dissuaded by its popularity; the scale of this glacier and its awe striking natural beauty is enough to make the crowds to fade …
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25 Unusual & Unmissable Things To Do In La Paz, Bolivia
La Paz, the Bolivian de-facto capital, is both chaotic, high-altitude city and a hot-bed of fascinating new tourist activities – all of which reflect the face of modern Bolivia. The uniqueness, beauty, and energy of La Paz is evident from the city as your plane descends into El Alto International airport: an urban sprawl wedged …
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The 10 Best Hotels in Torres del Paine National Park
Torres del Paine in Chilean Patagonia is amongst the world’s most dreamed-about destinations and often tops the agenda of travellers bound for Chile. Declared a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in 1978, the park’s well-established reputation as an incredibly diverse ecosystem as well as a site of exquisite natural beauty means that the tourist infrastructure in …
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Huanchaco: The Complete Guide to this Peruvian Beach Town
On the northwest coast of Peru, a stone’s throw from pretty, colonial Trujillo, lies the sleepy but stunning beach town of Huanchaco – a destination that you definitely want to visit. Sandwiched between the arid desert and the breaking waves, it’s a friendly little town filled with delicious food and a laid-back surf mentality. With …
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41 Incredible Places in Peru You’ve Probably Never Heard Of Before
From dazzling churches to relics of ancient civilisations, Peru has more than its fair share of striking natural landmarks and historic monuments. Although there’s certainly a few well-known spots in among the others in this list of places to visit in Peru, it’s fair to say that these barely-visited alternatives promise the same mix of …
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5 Patagonia Itineraries For One And Two Weeks of Travel
The sky-piercing peaks of Torres del Paine National Park; the dense, milky blue hue of Glacier Perito Moreno; the huge wingspan of an Andean condor sailing through in the skies of Tierra del Fuego; every moment traveling through Patagonia is one of utter magic. There are few other places on earth where nature and vast, …
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The Adventure Traveler’s Patagonia Packing List
When I first visited Patagonia in March 2016, I didn’t know what to expect. Sure, I’d read Bruce Chatwin’s “In Patagonia” and heard tales of this almost mythical land of guanacos and giants. But when it came to actually deciding what needed to go into my backpack, I didn’t have a clue; despite the excess …
Hiking the ‘O’ or Circuit: Torres del Paine Trekking Equipment List
As one of Chilean Patagonia’s top adventure travel destinations, Torres del Paine National Park attracts thousands of hikers each year. But despite its burgeoning popularity, it can be difficult to find all the information you need about what to pack for your trip. It’s for this reason that I’ve compiled this Torres del Paine trekking …
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