Beyond-the-beaten-trail in South America
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 …
Where to Stay in Cusco: 21 of the Best Hotels and GuesthousesRead More
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: …
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 …
The 10 Best Hotels in Torres del Paine National ParkRead More
Santiago, the buzzing capital of Chile, has much to offer visitors and attracts a diverse crowd, from veteran backpackers to aspiring wine connoisseurs and luxury city-breakers. But whether you’re looking to delve into Santiago’s vibrant cultural scene, party in Barrio Brasil, or just sit back and sip a pisco sour by the pool, Santiago boasts …
Where to Stay in Santiago: The City’s Best Hotels & HostelsRead More
On my last trip along the Carretera Austral in 2016, I made it as far as the azure waters of Lago General Carrera in the Aysén Region of Chile. Few people have heard of this lake; but it’s the location of the almost fantastical, swirling-blue coloured Cavernas Marmoles or Marble Caves, easily visited in a speedboat from …
A Luxurious Stay in the Sunniest Corner of the Carretera AustralRead More
