A Visitor’s Guide to Puerto Montt, Chile
Puerto Montt is a large port city and popular hub for those exploring the Lagos Region of Chile. This bustling city is surrounded by pretty coastline, towering volcanoes, beautiful islands…
Montañita, Ecuador: A City Guide
Great waves, a lively party scene, tasty food, and beautiful surroundings make Montañita a fun hub for backpackers along the coast of Ecuador. We met quite a few backpackers who…
Puerto Natales: A City Guide
Puerto Natales, Chile is most commonly known among travelers to be the gateway to Torres del Paine. But beyond that, the city is worth exploring for its history, unique mix…
Puerto López: A Guide to Ecuador’s Quiet Fishing Town
Puerto López is a fishing town that sits on Ecuador’s southern coast. It is considerably quieter than the neighboring town of Montañita and is a convenient place to be to…
Cusco City Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
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…
Getting a Bolivian Visa for US Citizens: List of Requirements
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…
Our 30-day extension stamps
Extending a Bolivian Visa: What You Need and Where to Go
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,…
Boleto Turistico: Getting Your Cusco Tourist Ticket
While many visit Cusco mainly to see the nearby Machu Picchu, there is so much to do in the area that shouldn’t be missed. Luckily, the city has put together…
Huaraz, Peru: A City Guide
Huaraz isn’t the most popular destination in Peru. In fact, many people haven’t heard of the small city several hours north of Lima. But, that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be…
Finding the Right Salar De Uyuni Tour
Salar de Uyuni is the world’s largest salt flat and perhaps the most popular tourist attraction in Bolivia. With vast and wild landscapes that are completely unique to the area,…