A relaxing week at the beach was much desired after being constantly on the go through Montevideo and Buenos Aires. While Punta Del Diablo is a popular summer destination in Uruguay, it has much more of a laid back vibe…
Animal refuges have sprung up in the various jungle regions of Bolivia to help orphaned or illegally captured exotic Bolivian wildlife. During our stay in Samaipata, we headed just outside of town to visit the Samaipata animal refuge, or Refugio…
Montevideo is a popular place to visit among travelers to Uruguay. The country’s capital city has a lot to offer between its rich culture, tasty food, and variety of activities. Whether you are in Uruguay for a while or just…
Taxi drivers jangled their keys and badges in front of our faces, tour company representatives pushed wrinkled brochures into our hands, and all of the passengers shoved past each other to grab their bags from the undercarriage of the bus.…
Uruguay’s capital city offers a unique charm that we had the pleasure of experiencing on our jaunt through South America. Montevideo was our first stop in Uruguay, and the modernity of the country was immediately apparent to us as we…
Huaraz sits amongst the massive peaks of Cordillera Negra and Blanca, making it an adventurer’s paradise. Laguna 69 is probably the most popular day hike for visitors spending time in this Peruvian city. It isn’t hard to see why Laguna…
Update as of Oct 2024: After the landslide that damaged much of Kuelap in 2022, the grounds have reopened with a limited capacity in the fortress of just over 400 visitors per day. Restoration efforts are still taking place and…
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, we can see why it is on many travelers’ bucket…
Picturesque doorways, quaint balconies, cobblestone walkways, intriguing museums, and more lie tucked away on Calle Jaen. This colorful street in La Paz sits up the hill from Plaza Murillo, making for a nice walk above the bustling city center. Visit…
Not too many travelers put Uruguay on their list of places to visit when thinking of visiting South America. But if you find yourself in Buenos Aires, the ease of taking the ferry to Uruguay makes this a great way…
Water plunges 771 meters (over 2,500 feet) off the top of Gocta Waterfall, making it one of the tallest in the world. We weren’t quite sure what to expect when we left Chachapoyas in search of the waterfall, but standing…
Stunning landscape, ancient ruins, and tasty foods are just a few reasons to visit Chachapoyas and its surrounding areas. The mid-sized city is located in the Amazonas region of Peru and is becoming increasingly popular for the one-of-a-kind attractions that…