Backpacking in South America: 50+ Must-knows & travel tips for an unbeatable trip
Backpacking in South America is a lifelong dream for many avid travellers. It’s a huge region with a lot more diversity than people tend … More
How to visit Mercado Tlacolula, the Oaxaca Sunday market you can’t pass up
Tlacolula Market: what beautiful chaos! If you’re in the city on a Sunday, it’s an absolute must that you experience this Oaxaca Sunday market … More
If we only had 2 weeks: Mexico itinerary (Oaxaca state)
Can you cover a whole state with a 2-week Mexico itinerary? Mmmm no, especially not in a state as packed with natural wonders and … More
8 exciting Oaxaca day trips to get you adventuring outside the city
Sometimes, the best thing to do in a city is to get out of the city. Now, I’m not saying that Oaxaca’s centre doesn’t … More
14 fantastic things to do in Oaxaca city, Mexico
Oaxaca (that is, Oaxaca de Juárez) was always the-one-that-got-away for me; the city that I always wanted to go to during my longer … More
Hierve el Agua: Everything you need to know for this awesome Oaxaca day-trip
When staying in Oaxaca, Mexico, getting to Hierve el Agua is a must-do. Located 65km away near a town called Mitla, it’s a perfect … More
How to get from Mexico City to Oaxaca: Buses made easy
This guide will take you through all of the top tips and FAQs people have when taking buses from Mexico City to Oaxaca, based … More
11 tricks & scams in South America that you need to be aware of
One of the things that worried me most about travelling long-term was the risk of being caught out by tricks & scams in South … More
The most interesting Chile tourist attractions not to miss off your bucketlist
Has the sheer length of the country left you floundered when it comes to deciding which Chile tourist attractions to go and visit? Got … More
If we only had 2 weeks: Argentina itinerary (without any hiking!)
Not everyone is into hiking, and I, for one, absolutely get that. Unfortunately for those people, Argentina is the kind of place where backpackers … More
22 unforgettable ways to spend your time in Antigua Guatemala
Ahhhh Antigua, the place I planned to stay 1 week and ended up staying 5. I never felt like I was running out of … More
Five-star Belize excursions for 2022 – as rated by travellers
Belize may be teeny-tiny, but it’s packed full of things to do. Belize excursions can easily keep you busy for several weeks, and I’m … More
Must-sees in Florianópolis: beaches, dunes, hikes and more
Whether you like adventure, nature or just chilling on different beaches, you won’t be short of things to do in Florianópolis, Brazil. This guide … More
The 10 best cities in Colombia (to travel to or live in!)
What you’ve stumbled upon here is a round-up of what I consider the best cities in Colombia to travel to or live. Traditional, modern, … More
Hostel etiquette: Rules for hostel living so your dorm-mates don’t hate you
Now, it’s been a long time since anyone has been able to travel properly, and people are only just starting to ease themselves back … More
How do travel bloggers make money?
Take a step into the curious world of travel blogging! There’s a common misconception that having a travel blog is a near-instant, completely passive … More
12 things to know about Costa Rica before you visit
Costa Rica is packed left, right and centre with natural wonders, it’s full to the brim with adventure and has an abundance of wildlife … More
9 bits of travel gear every eco-conscious traveller should have in their backpack
You know what I love? That even if we don’t quite have it all down yet, little by little, a fair chunk of the … More
12 reasons you shouldn’t worry about gap year travel on your résumé
Ooh, don’t go away for long, they said, it’ll look bad to have a gap for travel on your résumé, they said. When I … More
Things you need to know about Bogotá before visitng
Bogotá is a pretty intimidating city when you first get here, and it’s not always easy to pick up how things work here straight … More
If we only had 2 weeks: Costa Rica itinerary
I kind of see Costa Rica as Latin America for beginners, because the country’s tourism industry is so hot that they’ve adapted to the … More
The most gorgeous Central American beaches: 22 coastal getaways
Being right in the Tropics, Central America is a region blessed with beautiful year-round sunshine that basks over its shores, making it packed with … More
Breath-taking landmarks in Costa Rica: 16 ideas for your travel bucketlist
Love it or hate it, there’s one thing you can’t deny about Costa Rica – it’s packed to the brim with stuff to see. … More
Salento coffee tours: Reviewing 3 of travellers’ fave Colombian coffee fincas
Can you visit Colombia’s coffee region without going to see the inner workings of a coffee farm? Nooooooo, no you can’t. By far the … More
If we only had 2 weeks: Panama itinerary
Panama is unfortunately often overlooked as a holiday destination. If there wasn’t the option of sailing there from Colombia via the San Blas Islands, … More
Hiking Colombia’s most epic trails: Grab your walking boots for these 11 hikes
It’s difficult to get by without hiking Colombia at some point – mass tourism is still a fairly new phenomenon so beautiful vistas and … More
Exploring the best of Latin America
