Dry and desolate deserts cover the southwestern corner of Bolivia. At first glance, it may seem like a vast stretch of nothingness. But this area is home to some of the most unique and beautiful views we have seen. In…
Updated Feb. 2026 After walking the busy streets of Buenos Aires and hanging out on Uruguay’s coast, we welcomed the cool, fresh air and tranquility of Tierra del Fuego. Tierra del Fuego, or Land of Fire, sits on the southernmost…
Cusco has long been one of the the most popular cities to visit in Peru. Being the heart of the Incan empire, a hub during colonial times, and a center for rich culture today, the city has a lot to…
Saguaro Lake is an oasis along the Salt River that winds through the hills outside of Phoenix. The area is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise with fishing, boating, hiking, swimming, and more. Plus, the reservoir’s cool water offers some relief from…
Several years back, we drove past Picacho Peak during our first visit to Arizona and wondered if it could be climbed. When we moved to Phoenix, we finally made the trip to Picacho Peak State Park and made the hike…
A quick boat ride across the Rio de la Plata brought us from the busy scene of Buenos Aires to the more laid back cobblestone streets of Colonia del Sacramento. Like many tourists visiting this Uruguayan city, we only stayed…
Summer is around the corner and the North Rim of the Grand Canyon will soon open up. As soon as the snow melts enough and the road into the park opens, people flock from around the world to see the…
The stretch of the Andes Mountains that surrounds Cusco is absolutely breathtaking, making it a must to go out and see if you are in the area. We can’t all take one of the hikes to Machu Picchu though, whether…
Updated September 2024 **Update: As of February 2021, the visa requirement for U.S. Citizens has been reinstated. Tourists are granted a maximum stay by the immigration officer generally for 30 days. Tourists are only permitted a maximum of 90 days…
Cusco is the most-visited city in Peru, and we can definitely see why. The city holds precious history from Incan times, has a rich culture, boasts delicious local foods, sits in some of the country’s most beautiful landscape, and much…
Updated June 2023 **Update: As of February 2021, the visa requirement for U.S. Citizens has been reinstated. Tourists are granted a maximum stay by the immigration officer for 30, 60, or 90 days. Tourists are only permitted a maximum of…
Cathedral Rock is one of Sedona’s more popular hikes, and we completely understand why. This trail is short in distance and the views are incredible. But if you hate crowds like we do, the groups of people can sometimes draw…