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South America

Looking for travel tips and tricks? Here's a list of useful articles to help start your adventure in South America. See my Travel Bible for more help.

Old Town Cartagena – Colombia

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · May 26th, 2022

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Are you thinking of visiting the old town in Cartagena? The heat took me by surprise as I arrived in this popular beach …

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Things to do in Guayaquil

South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · May 19th, 2022

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Are you looking for things to do in Guayaquil? As tourism is on the rise you’ll find a mountain of things to do in …

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Visiting El Poblado, Medellin

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · May 22nd, 2022

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Are you thinking of visiting El Poblado in Medellin, Colombia? As you already may have heard, this neighborhood is located …

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Is Medellin Worth Visiting?

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · May 6th, 2022

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One question many people ask today: is Medellin worth visiting? First of all, for travelers to South America, visiting …

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What is Bolivia Known For?

Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · May 3rd, 2022

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Despite what you may have thought, what is Bolivia known for? It is no secret that Colombia is known for its coffee, but …

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Things to do in Sao Paulo

Brazil, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · May 1st, 2022

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Welcome to this guide on things to do in Sao Paulo. The sprawling metropolis of São Paulo is often the gateway for most …

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Best Time to Hike in Peru

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Apr 25th, 2022

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In this post, we'll look at the best time to hike in Peru. Peru is one of the most fascinating countries to visit in Latin …

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Things to do in Quito, Ecuador

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Feb 12th, 2022

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Are you looking for things to do in Quito, Ecuador? The capital of Ecuador is one the most popular Andean destinations to …

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Things to do in Cuenca

South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Feb 12th, 2022

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Are you thinking of traveling to Cuenca, Ecuador? Located in the mountainous Andes region of Ecuador, Cuenca is one of the …

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Eco Hostels in South America

Backpacking Guides, Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Feb 5th, 2022

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Welcome to this list of Eco hostels in South America. With endless options when it comes to booking accommodation in South …

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Things to do in Cali, Colombia

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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Are you traveling to Colombia and looking for things to do in Cali? Cali is a city that is not only famous for Salsa …

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Coffee Farm Tour Colombia

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 28th, 2022

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Welcome to my experience on an organic coffee farm tour in Colombia. In this post, I will share my personal experience of …

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Things to do in Manizales

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 28th, 2022

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Welcome to this guide on things to do in Manizales, Colombia! Manizales is a city that lies in the heart of Colombia's …

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Best Latin American country to visit

Backpacking Guides, Central America, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Feb 12th, 2022

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Find the best Latin American country to visit in this list selection! If you’re visiting Latin America for the first time …

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Costeno Beach, Colombia

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Apr 1st, 2022

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Welcome to Costeno beach in Colombia (AKA paradise on earth). Arriving at Costeno beach for the first time you may feel …

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Best Places to Visit in Peru

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Apr 25th, 2022

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Are you on the lookout for the best places to visit in Peru? One of the most diverse countries to visit in Latin America, …

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Colombia Tourist Attractions

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Feb 17th, 2022

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Are you looking to visit the best tourist attractions in Colombia? There are endless things to do and see in Colombia and …

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San Andres Colombia (Must Knows)

Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Mar 7th, 2022

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Here's a list of things to know about traveling to San Andres, Colombia. San Andres is a unique island located in the …

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Iquitos Amazon Peru Guide

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 25th, 2022

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Are you thinking of heading into the Iquitos Amazon? Located in the vast and less visited North of Peru, this stretch of …

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Islands in South America

South America, Travel Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · Mar 7th, 2022

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When thinking of islands in South America, what springs to mind? If there’s one thing South America offers that attracts …

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Things to do in Arequipa, Peru

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 25th, 2022

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Are you thinking of traveling to Arequipa? Located in the South of Peru and nestled between three volcanoes, Arequipa is …

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Buenos Aires vs Mexico City

Mexico, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 11th, 2022

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Deciding whether to visit Buenos Aires vs Mexico City for a trip? The two most popular capital cities in Latin America, …

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What Is Argentina Known For?

Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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What is Argentina known for and what can we learn about the country? Argentina is a magical country with something for …

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Spanish Speaking Countries in South America

Latin Culture, Learn Spanish, South America Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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Which Spanish Speaking Countries in South America should you visit? If your goal is to learn Spanish, there’s no better …

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What Is Peru Known For?

Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Mar 12th, 2022

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What is Peru known for and what can we learn about the country? Many people will agree with the idea that Peru is one of …

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Cost of Living in South America

Latin Culture, Living Abroad, South America Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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What is the true cost of living in South America? South America is the continent you’ve always wanted to visit. Better yet, …

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Learn Conversational Spanish

Central America, Latin Culture, Learn Spanish, South America Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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Are you looking to learn conversational Spanish? Stepping out of your shell and communicating with native Spanish speakers …

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Things to do in Salta, Argentina

South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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Welcome to Salta, Argentina one of my favorite places in the country. When you travel to Salta in the north of Argentina, …

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Moving to South America

Latin Culture, Living Abroad, South America Last Updated · May 1st, 2022

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Are you thinking of moving to South America? South America is the continent you’ve always wanted to visit. Better than …

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Is Paraguay Safe For Travelers?

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Mar 10th, 2022

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Is Paraguay safe for new and unsuspecting travelers? Paraguay has some of the world’s best landscapes as one of the smaller …

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Cost of Living in Peru

Latin Culture, Living Abroad, South America Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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What is the true cost of living in Peru today? Peru is one of the most popular and well-loved countries in South America …

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Is Uruguay Safe?

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Mar 21st, 2022

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Is Uruguay safe for travelers? Uruguay has some of the world’s best landscapes as one of the smaller countries in South …

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Learn Spanish in South America

Backpacking Guides, Latin Culture, Learn Spanish, South America Last Updated · Mar 14th, 2022

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Are you deciding whether to Learn Spanish in South America or not? Whenever we discuss the Spanish learning process, we …

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The Gringo Trail

Central America, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 5th, 2022

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Are you thinking of embarking on the Gringo trail? If you’re an American, Canadian, or just generally European in origin, …

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Best Places to Learn Spanish

Central America, Learn Spanish, South America Last Updated · Mar 7th, 2022

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Where are all the best places to learn Spanish abroad? As you may well know, one of the best ways to learn Spanish is to …

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Cost of Living in Argentina

Latin Culture, Living Abroad, South America Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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What is the real cost of living in Argentina today? Argentina is one of the countries that most ex-pats can't ignore when …

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Things to do in Purmamarca

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 8th, 2022

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Welcome to this guide on things to do in Purmamarca, Argentina. Have you made the decision to travel to the north of …

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Cheap Spanish Speaking Countries

Central America, Latin Culture, Learn Spanish, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Feb 12th, 2022

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Are you on the lookout for cheap Spanish speaking countries to visit? If you’re learning Spanish, super eager to become …

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Cost of Living in Colombia

Colombia, Latin Culture, Living Abroad, South America Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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What is the real cost of living in Colombia today? Colombia is not only one of the most picturesque and wondrous countries …

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Bogota vs Medellin

Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · May 6th, 2022

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When comparing Bogota vs Medellin, which is better? When visiting Colombia, it’s tough to know where to start. The country …

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Colombian Food Dishes You Must Try

Colombia, Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Mar 23rd, 2022

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Have you tried any Colombian food dishes before? Visitors to Colombia have tripled in the last decade, and this is no …

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Where to Stay in Buenos Aires

Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 3rd, 2022

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Are you wondering where to stay in Buenos Aires? Argentina is the second largest country on the South American continent …

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Pipa Beach Brazil

Brazil, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Apr 12th, 2022

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Welcome to this traveler's guide to Pipa beach, Brazil! If you find yourself in the northern part of Brazil, Pipa is a …

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How to Dance Tango

Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Apr 4th, 2022

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Do you want to know how to dance the Tango? Just like most dances from the Caribbean or South America, the Tango is a …

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Facts About Peru

Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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In this article, we are going to learn some facts about Peru. Peru, known as the land of the Inca and their architectural …

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How to Dance Samba For Beginners

Brazil, Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Mar 25th, 2022

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Do you want to know how to dance Samba? Samba is one of the most iconic dances in the world. It’s instantly recognizable …

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Free Things to do in Medellin, Colombia

Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · May 6th, 2022

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Welcome to this guide of free things to do in Medellin, Colombia. After spending months in the city and revisiting time and …

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Things to do in Jerico, Colombia

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 12th, 2022

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Hello and welcome to this Jerico, Colombia travel guide. Did you know Jericó is one of the unexplored towns in …

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Brazil Itinerary

Brazil, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · May 1st, 2022

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Welcome to this Brazil Itinerary that I've planned out for you. Are you in the planning stages of a trip to Brazil? …

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Uruguay Itinerary

South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2022

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Welcome to this Uruguay itinerary that I've carefully planned out! Are you planning a trip to Uruguay and looking for …

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