If you are still in the planning stage of your trip - welcome! On this page, I will share my South America packing list with you. …
Visiting Costa Maya: How to stay Safe
Costa Maya is nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea, and it’s the perfect destination if you want to explore ancient …
Planning a Trip to the Safest Cities in Brazil
With its powerful roots and culture, Brazil is one of those epic South American countries that must be visited at least once in your …
A Guide to Visiting Colombia’s Safest Places
One of the things that make Colombia a great travel destination for many is its sheer diversity. It offers a variety of climates, …
San Miguel de Allende: Is it Safe to visit or not?
If you're only just learning about San Miguel de Allende, it's a charming colonial-style city known for being colorful and full of …
Exploring Mexico’s Most Dangerous Places
Mexico is often unfairly painted with the “it’s all dangerous” label. It often surprises many tourists to learn that there are …
Tips for Staying Safe in La Paz, Mexico
Located in Baja California Sur, La Paz is a seaside town known for its bustling Malecon and unique eco-tourism opportunities. If …
Top 10 Most Dangerous Places in Jamaica: Locations to Avoid
It's no secret that Jamaica is a stunning island nation, renowned for its beautiful beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and captivating …
Visiting the Yucatan Peninsula: Safety Tips
When planning a trip to the vibrant and diverse country of Mexico, you’ll undoubtably find a wealth of incredible destinations to …
Things to do in El Poblado, Medellin
As you already may have heard, the El Poblado neighborhood is located in Medellin and is the most exclusive and expensive comuna in the …
What Does Cabron Mean? Mexican Slang Words
When it comes to Mexican Spanish, what does Cabrón mean? In this post, I will continue with my series on Mexican slang, where I …
Comuna 13 Medellin Tour (Visiting without a Guide)
Are you arriving in Colombia and doing the Comuna 13 Medellín tour? Let me start by saying that when I first arrived in Medellín, …
7 Things to do in Sabaneta, Colombia
Welcome to Sabaneta, the smallest municipality in Colombia Located in the south of the Aburrá valley snuggly fitted between Envigado …
10 Mexican Stereotypes and Cultural Myths
Those familiar with the typical Mexican Stereotypes know that the majority of them are made up and portray very little in the light of …
Punta Cana vs Riviera Maya: How to Choose
When considering where to visit in the Caribbean, do you visit Punta Cana or the Riviera Maya and which one will suit your interests …
Jamaica vs. Puerto Rico: Which is Best for You?
Jamaica and Puerto Rico are two popular Caribbean islands to Americans. While Puerto Rico is an official U.S. territory, both are …
Ocho Rios, Jamaica: Travel Safety Guide
Ocho Rios is one of the top places to visit for so many different types of travelers to this beautiful island paradise located in the …
How to stay safe in Montego Bay, Jamaica
Montego Bay, one of Jamaica’s top destinations, draws visitors from around the world with its stunning Caribbean beaches and …
Montego Bay vs. Negril: Which is Best for You?
When comparing Montego Bay vs Negril which do you go for? First of all, well done you and great choice... out all the caribbean …
What is a Paisa in Colombia?
In Colombia, what is a Paisa and, what does it mean to be Paisa? More often than not, I have found Paisas (the people from …
How to visit safe countries in Central America
When you have the itch to travel to Central America, it’s not only difficult to know where you should start, but also which countries …
How to get to Akumal from Playa del Carmen
Akumal is a small town on the beach just north of Tulum, located in the region of Quintana Roo located 38 km (23 miles) south of Playa …
Is Mazatlan safe? Mexico Travel Safety Guide
Mazatlán is a Mexican town in the Sinaloa region with incredible beaches on the Pacific coastline and tourists like to travel here for …
Rio de Janeiro Travel Safety Guide
Rio de Janeiro is the most popular tourist destination in South America and was once even the host of the Summer Olympic and Paralympic …
How to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo
In this special guide, I will show you exactly how to get from Buenos Aires to Montevideo so you can plan your trip with nothing but …
Exotic Colombian Fruits: Tried & Tested by Dan
The exotic fruits of Colombia are what keep drawing me back. In this guide, I’ll introduce you to some of the incredible fruits I’ve …
Is Jamaica safe? Your Expert Travel Guide
You may have seen danger warnings in the news but it is also well know that the reggae land of Jamaica is one of the best Caribbean …
Brazil Packing List (What to Pack for Brazil)
If you’re currenty planning a trip to Brazil and not quite sure what to pack or looking for some inspiration on what to carry; look no …
13+ Things to do in Medellin, Colombia
Are you traveling to Colombia and wondering what to do in Medellin? You’re definitely in the right place... Grab yourself a coffee …
Tatacoa Desert, Colombia: Travel Guide
Colombia really does have deserts within its borders! As I journey deeper through South America learning Spanish, I'm continually …
Safest Countries in South America to Visit 2026
Outside of Brazil, it is said that Colombia and Venezuela are two of the most dangerous countries that you could visit in South …
Solo Travel South America Expert Guide
Before my solo travels in South America, I was just a dreamer. Why? Because I never imagined I’d be sharing my travel experiences …
How I learned Spanish Conversation Basics
To become fluent, you must start with a basic Spanish conversation. That is something I’ve learned personally over the last couple …
Backpacking Colombia: Travel Guide
Every South America backpacking route should include Colombia, and some people even say Colombia is the real heart of Latin …
10 of My Best Free Things to do in Mexico City
In this guide, I’ll show you what I learned after finding free activities in Mexico City back when I was backpacking on a tight travel …
Is it Safe to Travel to Mexico: Dan’s Trip Report
Despite what everyone says, is it safe to travel to Mexico right now? If you are currently planning a trip to Mexico in the near …