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

Bus Travel in Mexico Guide

Backpacking Guides, Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Welcome to this guide to bus travel in Mexico. Mexico is a vast country with many of its idolized destinations located …

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Is The Yucatan Peninsula Safe?

Mexico, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Is the Yucatan Peninsula safe for new travelers? When considering where to take a vacation in the great nation of Mexico, …

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Mazatlan vs Puerto Vallarta

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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When comparing Mazatlan vs Puerto Vallarta, which do you go for? Mazatlan is one of Mexico’s best-kept secrets. It’s one of …

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Cozumel vs Cancun

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 29th, 2020

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When comparing Cozumel vs Cancun, which do you go for? Cozumel is the ultimate Caribbean island that happens to be Mexican, …

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Jamaica vs. Puerto Rico

Jamaica, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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When comparing Jamaica vs Puerto Rico, which do you go for? Two of the best-known islands in the Caribbean Sea to Americans are …

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Mexico City Travel Blog

Backpacking Guides, Mexico, Travel Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 15th, 2021

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Welcome to this Mexico City travel blog! This page is full of tips, tricks, and extremely useful travel advice for anyone …

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Cabo San Lucas vs Cancun

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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When comparing Cabo San Lucas vs Cancun, which do you go for? It is no secret that Cabo San Lucas and Cancun are two of the …

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Bogota vs Medellin

Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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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 has …

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Best Time To Visit Cabo San Lucas

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 31st, 2020

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Welcome to this guide on the best time to visit Cabo San Lucas. This popular beachside city attracts tourists from all …

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Is Ocho Rios Safe?

Jamaica, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Is Ocho Rios safe for travelers headed to the island of Jamaica? Ocho Rios is one of the top places to visit for so many …

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Is Montego Bay Safe?

Jamaica, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 7th, 2021

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Is Montego Bay safe for first-time travelers? As you may have already heard, Montego Bay is one of the top places to visit …

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Culture Shock: What Are The Stages?

Backpacking Guides, Latin Culture, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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So, what's culture shock and the inevitable stages of culture shock? When moving abroad or traveling for extended periods …

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Montego Bay vs Negril

Jamaica, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 8th, 2021

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When comparing Montego Bay vs Negril which do you go for? So you’ve decided to visit the proud island nation of Jamaica. …

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Playa del Carmen vs Cancun

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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When comparing Playa del Carmen vs Cancun which do you go to? There’s no way around it, Mexico is the top destination for …

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Best Time To Visit Cancun

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Welcome to this guide on the best time to visit Cancun. When planning your trip to Cancun, it can be too easy to just narrow …

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Puerto Vallarta vs Cabo San Lucas

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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When comparing Puerto Vallarta vs Cabo San Lucas which do you try? Puerto Vallarta and Cabo San Lucas are two of the most …

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Puerto Vallarta vs Cancun

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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When comparing Puerto Vallarta vs Cancun which do you go to? With almost 1,200 hundred miles apart, two of the most popular …

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Cancun to Playa del Carmen

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Are you wondering how to get from Cancun to Playa del Carmen? As one of Mexico's liveliest cities; Playa is no stranger when it …

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Flores to Tikal Guatemala Guide

Central America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 9th, 2021

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Welcome to this guide for anyone traveling to Tikal from Flores. One of the most important sites of the Mayans, Tikal lies …

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Cancun vs Riviera Maya

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Cancun vs Riviera Maya, which is better? Perhaps you're traveling to Cancun already and looking for ideas on things to do …

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Where to Stay in Mexico City

Hostels, Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 31st, 2020

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Are you looking for ideas on where to stay in Mexico City? Mexico City is both the capital city of Mexico and the most populous …

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Where to Stay in Belize

Central America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Are you looking for ideas on where to stay in Belize? As you may already know, Belize is one of the more popular tourist …

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Where to Stay in Panama

Central America, Hostels, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 31st, 2020

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Are you looking for ideas on where to stay in Panama? Panama, also known as the Republic of Panama is located exactly between …

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Where to Stay in Santiago

Hostels, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 31st, 2020

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Are you looking for ideas on where to stay in Santiago, Chile? As well as being the capital city, Santiago is the largest city …

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Where to Stay in Buenos Aires

Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 31st, 2020

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

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Is Costa Rica Safe?

Central America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Is Costa Rica Safe for new travelers? Costa Rica is one of the most popular tourist destinations in not just Central America …

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Safest Countries in Central America

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you looking at the safest countries in Central America? When you have the itch to travel to Central America, it’s …

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Is Guanajuato Safe For Travelers?

Mexico, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Is Guanajuato Safe for travelers in 2020? For all that did not know, Guanajuato is the name of a province as well as a city in …

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Is Riviera Maya Safe For Travelers?

Mexico, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Were you wondering: is Riviera Maya safe or not? The Yucatan is Mexico’s most visited region in terms of regular and …

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Things to do in Medellin, Colombia

Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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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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Playa del Carmen to Akumal

Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Are you looking to get from Playa del Carmen to Akumal? In this guide, you'll learn exactly how to get to Akumal and even get …

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Brazil Itinerary

Brazil, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 29th, 2020

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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 · Dec 26th, 2020

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

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Argentina Itinerary

South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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

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Chile Itinerary For 2 Weeks

South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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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 from …

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Peru Travel Itinerary

South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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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 consider …

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Ecuador Itinerary

South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 13th, 2021

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Welcome to this Ecuador itinerary that I have planned out! If you are still planning a trip to Ecuador and looking for …

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Colombia Itinerary

Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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

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Is Argentina Safe For Travelers?

South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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

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Central America Travel Route

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Welcome to my Central America travel route. Are you planning a trip to Central America at any time soon? If so, you’re in the …

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South America on a Budget

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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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 Belize Safe? Travelers Guide

Central America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Were you wondering: is Belize Safe? Welcome to Belize a tiny nation that is one of the most laid-back countries in the Americas …

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Is Peru Safe For Travelers?

South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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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 · Dec 29th, 2020

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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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Is Cuba Safe For Travelers?

Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 31st, 2020

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So, is Cuba safe to travel to in 2020? Cuba is the most charismatic country is located in the Caribbean. The iconic …

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Is Mazatlan Safe For Travelers?

Mexico, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 10th, 2021

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Despite what they say, is Mazatlan safe or not for travelers? Mazatlan is a Mexican town in the region of Sinaloa. It has …

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Is Guatemala Safe For Travelers?

Central America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Did you ask yourself the question: is Guatemala Safe? Guatemala is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Central …

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Is Nicaragua Safe For Travel?

Central America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Were you asking the question: Is Nicaragua safe to travel in 2020? Nicaragua is one of the most beautiful countries in Central …

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Is Brazil Safe For Travelers?

Brazil, South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

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Did you ask yourself the question: is Brazil safe to travel in 2020? Brazil. The home of 60% of the Amazon Rainforest and the …

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Best Places to Visit in Colombia

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you wondering where all the best places to visit in Colombia are? Knowing where to look for a good time makes a lot of …

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