Planning to travel Bolivia? Then here’s 19 things to know before you go. One of the smaller countries in South America (although still massive if you come from Europe) beautiful Bolivia is one of the cheapest countries to travel in this continent. Chock full of amazing natural as well as cultural assets, Bolivia really is […]
Category Archives: South America
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Sep
Sep
What can I say, Argentina is surely the country with it all! From desert to mountains, vibrant cities to remote outposts, this huge South American nation bottles almost everything that’s best about this continent and rolls it all altogether into one delicious mate-infused fiesta! And if you think this sounds like too much hyperbole, then […]
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Jul
Jul
There’s so many things to do in Peru that I honestly had a hard job keeping this list to just 22! And that’s because I love Peru. It’s as simple as that! The jewel in the South America travel crown for me (and that’s a very high accolade as there’s some seriously great contenders in […]
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Jun
Jun
Peru really is a backpacker’s paradise and I honestly can’t believe it took me over 10 years of budget travel to finally get here! But finally get here I did, and then, of course, I couldn’t leave! Yes more than 2 months in this country and you basically had to tear me away because Peru […]
ARGENTINA, Latin America, South America
13 Best Things To Do in Salta, Argentina (+ Top 7 Travel Tips)
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Jun
Jun
Located in the north of Argentina, the province of Salta is one of the most wonderful areas to explore in this country. Not only is that down to the incredible landscapes, the strong cultural traditions and beautiful wine of the region, but also to the fact that this part of Argentina is still considered off […]
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May
May
Heading to this South American gem? Here’s the top 21 things to do in Bolivia. Sandwiched between Brazil, Peru, Chile and Argentina, Bolivia can sometimes struggle to get a look in with all those big neighbours around. But get a look in it certainly should, as this smaller South American country doesn’t hold back when […]
Latin America, PERU, South America
How To Get To Machu Picchu: Best Options, Tickets, Prices & Secret Tips
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May
May
It’s one of my 55 best things to do in South America and it’s absolutely one of the best things to do in Peru. Yes, the great wonder of Machu Picchu may well qualify for my list of the best travel things to do the world over… if I ever to get round to compiling […]
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May
May
Disclaimer! I’m going to be straight up from the start and say I’m not a huge fan of tours, especially to destinations like Iguazu Falls where they are not really needed. Yes that’s right, you don’t need a tour to go to Iguazu Falls! Easy to access via flight or bus, easy to sightsee around […]
Latin America, PERU, South America, Travel Gear & Packing
Ultimate Peru Packing List: Tried & Tested!
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Apr
Apr
Oh Peru, the land of magic, mysticism, mountains and Machu Picchu! And that’s not forgetting Peru as the land of the Amazon jungle, the Pacific coast, the Arequipa Desert, Lake Titicaca, the Inca heartland, some amazing colonial cities and a ton of epic foodie fun – all of which just didn’t quite fit into the […]
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Apr
Apr
Even just the phrase South America can give me the travel goosebumps! Yup, it’s hard to get me more infused with a sense of wanderlust than mentioning this continent. Perhaps it’s because it’s the place I first travelled solo, or perhaps it’s because of the incredible nature, or perhaps it’s just the vibrancy of the […]