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So, you’re going to Peru. That’s fantastic! Peru has it all: ancient history, vibrant culture, world-class food, and some of the most jaw-dropping landscapes in the world. But before you book your flight and pack your bags, there’s something important you should know about the seasons. Unlike what we’re used to in Europe or North America, Peru doesn’t really follow the four classic seasons of spring, summer, fall, and winter. Instead, there are just two: dry season  and rainy

Todo Turismo buses in the middle of Uyuni salt flats If you’ve landed on this article, you’ve probably already heard that Bolivian buses may not be… the most comfortable? 😅 And if you’re like me, you’re probably scouring Google to figure out: Are Bolivian buses safe? Which company should I choose? Should I just skip the bus altogether? Before our trip, I was also wondering about the safety of Bolivian buses. We were looking for advice on how to get from Uyuni to Sucre by bus

I have to admit: we didn’t come very prepared to Isla del Sol, in Lake Titicaca. At 3,850 meters above sea level, it’s the highest navigable lake in the world. We planned to spend a couple of nights on Isla del Sol , a remote island on the Bolivian side of the lake. According to legend, this is the birthplace of the sun and the first two Incas! Today, around 800 local Aymara families live simple, traditional lives here. Logistically, we did okay: a bus from La Paz and then a

During our sabbatical in South America, Reid and I had the once-in-a-lifetime chance of going on a roadtrip down the famous Ruta 7 in Patagonia, also known as Carretera Austral. It winds through some spectacular national parks and reserves, incredible mountain views, hanging glaciers, lakes, tiny charming fishing villages, and much more. You can read the full adventure here . As we learned more about the hikes along the Carretera, we knew we couldn’t just drive past Cerro Ca

After spending over three weeks in Patagonia, Reid and I had gotten used to the region’s vast, dramatic landscapes: endless stretches of...

January 29. This was the date we were set to take a bus that would bring us from Puerto Natales to the entrance of Torres del Paine National Park: the start of the W Trek. This was going to be my first ever multi-day hike. Considering that before going on this trip I had never hiked for more than 6 km, saying that I was nervous is an understatement! On the morning when we were set to leave for Torres del Paine, we realized last minute that my backpack was too small. So I had

I don't even know where to start to describe how excited I was to finally be in El Chaltén! A small mountain village full of hikers from...

We sent two days in Santiago, and while the first day was great, the second day didn’t go as expected…

Summary of a week in Buenos Aires. We loved the culture, the food, the architecture.

Straddling the border between Argentina and Brazil, Iguazu Falls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most awe-inspiring...

After the chaos and loudness of Rio de Janeiro, the obvious next choice was tropical paradise Ilha Grande!  The island is located ~150 km...

The moment had arrived: time to experience NYE in Copacabana! To be honest, I was feeling pretty nervous about it. First of all, the...

Happy new year friends! Tropical cheers from Ilha Grande, where we’re spending a few days after NYE in Rio. The past few days in Rio were...

Oi amigos! It’s real! It’s happened! We’re in South America! Our adventure has officially begun!!! After a smooth 10-hour flight from...

Hi friends! The countdown is officially over. Tomorrow, Reid and I are setting off on the adventure of a lifetime: 3 months backpacking...

Soon after starting my first job, I discovered something ✨ amazing ✨ : after three years at the company, you could apply for a sabbatical...