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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.

Argentina Itinerary

South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Mar 24th, 2022

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Welcome to this Argentina itinerary that I have planned out. This guide is designed for those thinking of backpacking …

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Chile Itinerary For 2 Weeks

South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jun 1st, 2022

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Welcome to this Chile itinerary I've carefully planned for you! As you plan a trip to Chile it makes sense to get ideas …

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Peru Travel Itinerary

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

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Welcome to this Peru itinerary that I have crafted for you! Whilst planning a trip to Peru it is important that you …

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Colombia Itinerary

Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Mar 8th, 2022

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Welcome to this Colombia Itinerary that I've planned out! If you are in the planning stages of your trip to Colombia and …

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Things to do in Jardin, Colombia

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Feb 7th, 2022

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Welcome to this Jardin, Colombia travel guide. Did you know Jardín is one of the key towns you can visit in …

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Things to do in Salento, Colombia

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

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Welcome to this guide on things to do in Salento. Did you know Salento is a popular coffee town to visit in …

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La Guajira, Colombia Travel Guide

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

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Welcome to this travel guide on La Guajira, Colombia. The Guajira Desert is a vast wilderness located up in the …

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Things to do in Cabo de la Vela

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

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Welcome to this guide on travel to Cabo de la Vela, Colombia. Below we'll explore Cabo de la Vela, a sleepy beachside town …

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Is Argentina Safe For Travelers?

South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Mar 30th, 2022

Were you wondering: is Argentina safe or not? Argentina has some of the world’s best landscapes as one of the larger …

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Ciudad Perdida Trek: Colombia

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

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Welcome to the infamous Ciudad Perdida trek in Colombia. If Machu Picchu and Chichén Itzá are viewed as off the beaten …

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Things to do in Minca, Colombia

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Feb 7th, 2022

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Welcome to this guide on what things to do in Minca, Colombia. Did you know Minca is one of Colombia's most eco-friendly …

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How to Travel South America on a Budget

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Apr 14th, 2022

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Do you like the idea of traveling to South America on a budget? Me too, that has been one of my main goals right from the …

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Is Peru Safe For Travelers?

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

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Were you wondering: is Peru Safe? Peru is one of the most popular and well-loved countries in South America. Home to the …

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Is Bolivia Safe for Travelers?

South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · May 3rd, 2022

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Were you wondering: is Bolivia Safe? Bolivia is the most exhilarating country in South America. Whether you’re skimming …

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Books About Ecuador 

Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Jan 5th, 2022

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Are you looking for some books about Ecuador to read? Ecuador is an interesting nation in the Americas which is known to …

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Books About Brazil

Brazil, Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Jan 2nd, 2022

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If you want to learn through reading books about Brazil, see this list! Because we have looked at some tremendous books …

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Is Brazil Safe For Travelers?

Brazil, South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · May 2nd, 2022

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Did you ask yourself the question: is Brazil safe to travel to? Brazil. The home of 60% of the Amazon Rainforest and the …

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Things to do in Capurgana, Colombia

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

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Are you heading over to Capurgana and wondering what to do? After hearing about this mini paradise located in the Choco …

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Uruguay Tourist Attractions

South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 18th, 2022

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Are you looking to get to know the best Uruguay tourist attractions? The nation of Uruguay is, without doubt, one of the …

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Things to do in Santa Marta

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

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Welcome to this Santa Marta, Colombia travel guide! Whilst looking for some of the best places to visit in Colombia, Santa …

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Best Travel Insurance for South America

South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Apr 12th, 2022

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Are you looking for the best travel insurance for South America? South America is a bucket-list foregone conclusion for …

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Is Chile Safe for Travelers?

South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jun 1st, 2022

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Is Chile safe for travel in 2022? Chile is the most underrated country in all of South America. Whether you’re chasing the …

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Is Rio de Janeiro Safe?

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

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Is Rio de Janeiro safe for travelers in 2022? Rio de Janeiro is the most popular tourist destination in South America. …

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Things to do in Riohacha: La Guajira

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

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Are you looking for things to do in Riohacha, La Guajira in Colombia? Read about its grand beach, palm trees, and lively …

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Is Medellin Safe to Travel?

Colombia, South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · May 29th, 2022

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Are you wondering is Medellin safe to travel or not? For anyone thinking about coming to Medellin, Colombia, you might …

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Books About Colombia

Colombia, Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Jan 5th, 2022

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Are you searching for books about Colombia to read? While many view Colombia as a nation with a bloody history, there’s a …

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Is Ecuador Safe?

South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Apr 12th, 2022

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So, is Ecuador Safe to travel to or not? If it's true what they say, Ecuador is probably the most underrated country in …

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Is Colombia Safe for Travelers?

Colombia, South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · May 9th, 2022

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Are you wondering, is Colombia safe to travel in 2022? Colombia is the pride of South America. The most northern country …

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Is Cartagena Safe to Travel?

South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jun 21st, 2022

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Are you wondering is Cartagena safe to travel or not? If you are thinking about going to Cartagena, then you should …

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Is Buenos Aires Safe For Travelers?

South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 5th, 2022

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Are you asking yourself the question is Buenos Aires safe or not? Whether backpacking in Buenos Aires or visiting on …

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Best Party Hostels in South America

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

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Are you curious where all the best party hostels in South America are? Many backpackers seeking cultural experiences who …

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Capurgana’s Best Hotels

Colombia, Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 5th, 2022

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Welcome to this list of Capurgana hotels designed for all travelers. If traveling to Capurgana you'll more than likely …

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Hostels in Riohacha, Colombia

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

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Are you looking for the best hostels in Riohacha, Colombia? You're in the right place. This article contains all the best …

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One Week in Colombia Itinerary

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

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Are you thinking of spending just one week in Colombia? Although it's not much time to get to know everything, you have …

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Best Hostels in South America

Backpacking Guides, Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jun 1st, 2022

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Are you looking for the best hostels in South America? In this article, we'll look at the cream of the crop when it comes …

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Interesting Facts About Ecuador

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

Do you fancy learning some interesting facts about Ecuador? To start, one interesting fact about Ecuador is that it's one …

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Best Time to Visit Colombia

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

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Are you wondering when is the best time to visit Colombia? Its proximity to the equator and stable temperatures makes it an …

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How Many Days in Medellin, Colombia?

Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jun 20th, 2022

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Are you wondering how many days in Medellin are needed? As one of the friendliest and most innovative cities in South …

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Day Trips from Medellin

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

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Below are some day trips from Medellin you can't afford to miss. If visiting Medellin, the tours listed in this guide will …

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Day Trips from Bogota

Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 2nd, 2022

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Many exciting day trips from Bogota await the intrepid traveler. The capital of Colombia, sitting over 8,000 + feet above …

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Brazil Tourist Attractions

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

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Are you looking to visit some of Brazil's tourist attractions? With hundreds of tourist attractions throughout Brazil, …

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Taganga, Colombia Travel Guide

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

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Are you thinking of heading over to Taganga, Colombia? Taganga, along with Santa Marta are two of the oldest colonial …

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Palomino, Colombia Travel Guide

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

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Are you thinking of traveling to Palomino, Colombia? As anyone knows, Colombia is a fine place to come and visit in the …

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Pasto, Colombia Travel Guide

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

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Looking for new places to visit in Colombia? Heading south, few places come to mind quicker than Pasto, Colombia. …

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Day Trips from Santiago, Chile

South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jun 1st, 2022

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Have you seen all that there is waiting for you in Santiago? Then it might be time to look at the numerous day trips from …

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Day Trips From Lima Peru

South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Mar 9th, 2022

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Are you looking to take on one of the many day trips from Lima? Then you’ll be spoiled for choice. Let me help you make a …

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Hiking Cajas National Park, Ecuador

South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Feb 11th, 2022

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Are you thinking about hiking in Cajas National Park, Ecuador? Thirty km to the West of Cuenca, Ecuador lies the Cajas …

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Puerto Lopez Ecuador – Travel Guide

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

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Welcome to this guide on things to do in Puerto Lopez. This small archaic fishing village of Puerto Lopez is a step back in …

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Interesting Facts About Uruguay

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

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Read these interesting facts about Uruguay you may not have known. Let me know in the comments how many of these facts …

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San Gil Colombia Travel Guide

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

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Thinking of visiting San Gil, Colombia? Situated some 3,500-feet above sea level, the town of San Gil, Colombia boasts an …

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