Fantastic places to stay in Cartagena, Colombia 2022: For any travel style & budget
To begin my guide to the best places to stay in Cartagena, Colombia, let me first explain that the city is split up into … More
14 effective ways to learn Spanish for adults: Learn a language without leaving home
I can’t argue, by far the best way to learn Spanish for adults is to throw yourself into a country that speaks it. However, … More
The Big Book of Safety: 32 tips for safe travel in South America
Thanks to various reputational blows and scary news headlines, people don’t expect to find safe travel in South America easy. When I first left … More
The 10 Safest Countries in Latin America in 2022
When planning travels to unfamiliar destinations, it’s really important that you take into consideration the political, economic and social risks of visiting that certain … More
If we only had 2 weeks: Nicaragua itinerary
I am often asked by people who only have a 2 week holiday from their jobs where I would prioritise in the given time. … More
How to experience the magic of Valladolid: Cenotes, ruins and tequila on the Yucután Peninsula
As it’s inclusion in the official collection of Pueblos Mágicos might suggest, there’s something real magical about Valladolid, Mexico. Deep in the Yucatan region … More
León, Nicaragua: Where you can board down a volcano and hit a beach party all in the same day
León was my first stop in Nicaragua, and a great introduction to this corner of Central America. As a student city, León is vibrant … More
Surviving your first Christmas away from home
Due to current travel restrictions caused by the coronavirus, there will be a lot of people this year who find themselves stranded in a … More
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
The most incredible must-visit islands in South America
To be painfully honest, I never really thought much of the islands in South America; in fact, before I came here I don’t think … More
Etsy’s 9 best gifts for backpackers in 2022
What I love about Etsy is that it gives small-time, hugely talented artisans a chance to access a global market with their wares. It’s … More
The 15 best Brazilian movies & TV shows to get you through lockdown
Brazil has a bit of a reputation for releasing beautifully-produced, limit-pushing productions with compelling storylines. In my view, it doesn’t fall into predictable, over-dramatic … More
The Ultimate Ecuador Bucketlist: 23 unmissable experiences
Want to head over to South America for some Ecuador backpacking, but not sure where to go? I’ve put together an ultimate bucketlist for … More
The Downsides of Long-term Travel: 9 realities to prepare yourself for
Thought you’d escape the rat race and skip carefree around the world for a year or two in a perfect little bubble of bliss? … More
16 weird & wonderful Latin American drinks you need to try
Every region has its fair share of concoctions that seem alien to the average foreigner, and beverages that would be an absolute crying shame … More
Top spots for nightlife in Bogotá, Colombia; whether chilled beers or a crazy night out
Nightlife in Bogotá really is a banger; this city comes aliiiiive at night. There are plenty of bars to go to if you just … More
11 Best Party Destinations in South America
While we all might like to kid ourselves that we’re travelling merely to get immersed in culture, make connections with locals and see the … More
The best time to visit Bolivia: Is rainy season really that bad?!
Due to Bolivians’ penchant for building cities at high altitude, the time of year that you travel to Bolivia can have a big effect … More
How I funded 26 months of travel: Saving hard & making money on the road
I won’t lie to you, I was lucky enough to earn a decent salary in my regular job before I left the UK for … More
Popoyo, Nicaragua: The stunning surfing retreat with a laidback beat
Popoyo, Nicaragua, is less of a surf town and more of a stretch of houses and hostels along the beach. Behind the singular row … More
Border-crossing tips & info on tourist visas in South America for UK citizens
Visas can be a bit of a minefield sometimes, so it’s nice to have a place where they’re all together to go through in … More
25 Unmissable Things to do in Medellín
What travellers love about Medellín is that there are so many things to go and see that it’s reeeeeally hard to be bored in … More
The best Colombian TV shows, films & documentaries (that aren’t Narcos)
When travelling to a new country, one of the best ways to improve your understanding of the history and culture there is to absorb … More
Granada, the Nicaraguan beauty that offers a bit of everything for everyone
I fell absolutely head-over-heels in love with Granada, and ended up returning twice during my month in Nicaragua. To me, this is Nicaragua’s best … More
Exploring the best of Latin America
