Wupatki National Monument holds evidence of some of Arizona’s long, rich history. The monument is scattered with many old Native American Puebloan dwellings and was once a thriving place of trade, agriculture, and bustling daily life. If you’re looking for…
Goblin Valley is something out of this world. Picture vibrant hoodoos tucked among desert cliffs with snowcapped mountains visible in the distance. Funky silhouettes and shadows cast by the strange rocks make this little valley come alive. The beauty and…
The Amazon Rainforest holds an unimaginable amount of wildlife and beautiful scenery, and people travel from near and far to get a glimpse of it. When people think of the Amazon, Peru and Brazil often come to mind. But Bolivia…
Torres del Paine is a must-visit destination in Chile because it has so much to offer to any traveler, whether you’re an avid hiker, outdoor enthusiast, photographer, or even a family with kids. With abundant wildlife, stunning views, and varying…
Updated in July 2024 For those visiting Bolivia, Cochabamba is typically not on the itinerary. Though we were only in the city for a short amount of time, we found it to be quite wonderful. There are lots of amazing…
As the sun drops lower in the sky, families gather at Parque de la Familia in Cochabamba to spend an evening together. We really admire the value placed on spending time with family in Bolivian culture. We were staying at…
The Toadstools may be somewhat of a roadside attraction, but a short walk to the wild hoodoos through otherworldly desert landscape seems to transport you to another planet. These unique formations sit not far from major attractions in southern Utah,…
In many South American cities, you may see a white Cristo, or Christ, statue perched high up on a hill. Cristo de la Concordia is the second largest statue of Christ in the world and can be found looking over…
We’ll start off by saying that Carnival in Bolivia was like nothing we had imagined. We weren’t really sure what to expect, but it wasn’t quite like the pictures we saw or what we had heard. Between the thousands of…
Montañita has become a superb hub for backpackers and other travelers who are looking for a lively place to spend time on the coast. People flock to this Ecuadorian town for its bustling party scene, but there is more to…
Enormous granite towers jut upward from a bright teal lake. People travel from all over the world to stand at Mirador las Torres and take in this famous view. If you plan to visit Patagonia, this hike should absolutely be…
It was Valentine’s Day, and walking through the botanical gardens of Santa Cruz was the perfect way for us to spend it. Santa Cruz de la Sierra lies close to the Amazon Rainforest, and walking around the botanical gardens is…