• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Layer Culture

Adventure + Cultural Travel Blog

  • Travel Tips
    • Backpacking
    • Travel Safety
    • Best Hostels
    • Travel Jobs
  • Packing List
  • Travel Guides
    • Mexico
    • Central America
    • Colombia
    • Brazil
    • South America
    • Jamaica
  • Culture
    • Learn Spanish

Travel Guides

A list of helpful guides for travel in and around Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean. See my Travel Bible for more help.

Things to do in Negril

Jamaica, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 13th, 2021

things to do in negril

This guide covers some of the best things to do in Negril, Jamaica! Did you know Negril is one of the most visited travel …

Continue Reading

Things to do in Montego Bay

Jamaica, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 7th, 2021

things to do in montego bay

Are you looking for things to do in Montego Bay, Jamaica? Montego Bay is easily one of the most exciting places in the …

Continue Reading

Things to do in Veracruz

Mexico, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 16th, 2021

things to do in veracruz

See these things to do in Veracruz in this handy travel guide. Veracruz is the third most-populated state in Mexico and is …

Continue Reading

Is The Yucatan Peninsula Safe?

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

is yucatan safe featured

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

Continue Reading

Visiting The Hidalgo State Mexico

Mexico, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 2nd, 2021

hidalgo travel itinerary

This is my itinerary for visiting the Hidalgo state in Mexico. Despite it taking only two hours to reach from Mexico City …

Continue Reading

Things to do in Puerto Escondido

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

puerto escondido guide

Welcome to this guide on things to do in Puerto Escondido, Mexico. The paradise town full of pristine beaches, a rising …

Continue Reading

Cost of Living in Colombia

Colombia, Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

cost of living in colombia

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

Continue Reading

Mexico City Travel Blog

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

mexico city travel blog

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

Continue Reading

Things to do in Santa Clara, Cuba

Travel Guides Last Updated · Dec 31st, 2020

santa clara cuba

Welcome to this guide on the best things to do in Santa Clara. Nestled in the middle of Cuba, this imperial town has …

Continue Reading

Bogota vs Medellin

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

bogota vs medellin

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

Continue Reading

Is Ocho Rios Safe?

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

is ocho rios safe

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 …

Continue Reading

Is Montego Bay Safe?

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

is montego bay safe

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

Continue Reading

Day Trip to Tijuana: Things to do

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

tijuana travel guide

Are you on the lookout for things to do in Tijuana, Mexico? Since 1542, Europeans have visited this historic city on the …

Continue Reading

Flores to Tikal Guatemala Guide

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

flores tikal guide

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

Continue Reading

Colombian Food Dishes You Must Try

Colombia, Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

colombian food dishes

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

Continue Reading

Zipaquira From Bogota Colombia Guide

Colombia, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

zipaquira colombia guide

Welcome to this Zipaquira, Colombia travel guide. Located just a few hours from Bogotá, Zipaquira is relatively unknown as …

Continue Reading

Where to Stay in Mexico City

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

where to stay in mexico city

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 …

Continue Reading

Where to Stay in Belize

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

where to stay in belize

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

Continue Reading

Things to do in Flores, Guatemala

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

flores guatemala travel guide

Welcome to this guide on things to do in Flores, Guatemala. Located in the northern Petén region of Guatemala, Flores is a …

Continue Reading

Where to Stay in Panama

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

where to stay in panama

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

Continue Reading

Where to Stay in Santiago

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

where to stay in santiago

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

Continue Reading

Things to do in Cozumel, Mexico

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

cozumel travel guide

Are you soon to be traveling to Cozumel, Mexico? Famed for its stunning beaches and crystal clear waters, this paradise is …

Continue Reading

Where to Stay in Buenos Aires

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

where to stay in buenos aires

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

Continue Reading

Is Costa Rica Safe?

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

is costa rica safe

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

Continue Reading

Things to do in Creel, Mexico

Mexico, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 7th, 2021

creel mexico guide

Welcome to this Creel, Mexico travel guide. Nestled up in the highlands of Chihuahua, Creel is a highlight for those doing …

Continue Reading

Safest Places in Mexico

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

safe places mexico

Were you wondering where all the safest places in Mexico are? It can be difficult to know your way around Mexico. It’s a …

Continue Reading

Things to do in Puebla, Mexico

Mexico, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 1st, 2021

puebla mexico guide

Welcome to this travel guide on things to do in Puebla, Mexico. Located roughly 2 hours east of Mexico City, Puebla City is …

Continue Reading

Safest Countries in Central America

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

safety advice central america

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

Continue Reading

Bacalar, Mexico Travel Guide

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

bacalar mexico guide

Welcome to this Bacalar, Mexico travel guide. Did you know Bacalar is a small town located on the southern tip of Mexico, which …

Continue Reading

Maricao, Puerto Rico Travel Guide

Travel Guides Published on · Aug 6th, 2020

maricao puerto rico

Welcome to this guide on travel to Maricao, Puerto Rico. The Maricao Jungle is seldom visited by travelers that head to Puerto …

Continue Reading

Palenque Travel Guide

Mexico, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 1st, 2021

palenque mexico

Welcome to this Palenque, Mexico travel guide. Located deep in the jungle in the state of Chiapas, Palenque is becoming a …

Continue Reading

Pipa Beach Brazil

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

pipa beach brazil

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

Continue Reading

Best Anti Theft Camera Bag

Travel Gear, Travel Safety Last Updated · Dec 27th, 2020

anti theft camera bag

Are you on the lookout for the best anti-theft camera bag on the market? In life, security is everything – but feeling secure …

Continue Reading

Stash Pocket Clothing

Travel Gear, Travel Safety Last Updated · Dec 28th, 2020

stash pocket clothing

Are you in need of some stash pocket clothing that will deter theft? If you're looking to deter petty theft or pickpockets …

Continue Reading

How to Dance Tango

Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

how to dance tango

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

Continue Reading

Is Guanajuato Safe For Travelers?

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

is guanajuato safe

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 …

Continue Reading

Facts About Peru

Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

facts about peru featured

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

Continue Reading

Coffee Tours From Medellin

Colombia, Travel Guides Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

medellin coffee tours featured

Are you on the lookout for the best coffee tours from Medellin? In case you didn’t know, Colombia is among the coffee capitals …

Continue Reading

How to Dance Samba For Beginners

Brazil, Latin Culture, South America Last Updated · Dec 26th, 2020

how to dance samba

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

Continue Reading

Is Riviera Maya Safe For Travelers?

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

is riviera maya safe

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

Continue Reading

Things to do in Riviera Maya

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

riviera maya travel guide

Welcome to this guide on things to do in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Famed for bustling parties in Cancún and Playa del Carmen, the …

Continue Reading

Things to do in Medellin, Colombia

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

free things to do medellin

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

Continue Reading

Things to do in Akumal, Mexico

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

akumal mexico guide

Looking for things to do in Akumal, Mexico? Akumal is a small town on the beach just north of Tulum, located in the region …

Continue Reading

Jerico, Colombia: Travel Guide

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

jerico colombia guide

Welcome to this Jerico, Colombia travel guide. Did you know Jericó is one of the unexplored towns in the Antiquia? People come …

Continue Reading

Pacsafe Backpack Review

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear, Travel Safety Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

pacsafe backpack review

Are you on the lookout for a Pacsafe backpack? Maybe you have you been let down by the quality of other anti-theft backpacks …

Continue Reading

Hidden Pocket Clothing For Travel

Travel Gear, Travel Safety Last Updated · Jan 15th, 2021

Are you in need of some travel clothing with hidden pockets? While traveling is always a fun way to see the world, it’s not …

Continue Reading

Brazil Itinerary

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

brazil itinerary

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

Continue Reading

Uruguay Itinerary

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

uruguay itinerary

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

Continue Reading

Argentina Itinerary

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

argentina itinerary

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

Continue Reading

Chile Itinerary For 2 Weeks

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

chile itinerary

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 …

Continue Reading

  • Go to page 1
  • Go to page 2
  • Go to page 3
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Go to page 5
  • Go to Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

Meet Dan 👋🏽

south america travel

After spending years on the road he's offering to help you find your feet in Latin America; inspire you to learn Spanish and get you started on your adventures. Learn how to travel longer and stronger!

Yes, please help me!

Need something specific?

Footer

  • South America Safety
  • Connect with locals
  • Dan’s Travel Bible

Travel Tips

  • South America Safety
  • Connect with locals
  • Dan’s Travel Bible

Work with Dan

  • Be a Travelpreneur
  • About This Blog
  • Ask Me Anything

Get Inspired

  • South America Itinerary
  • Central America Safety
  • Solo Travel Tips

How to Learn Spanish

  • Learn Spanish Conversation
  • How I Became Bilingual
  • Cultural Travel

© 2021 · Daniel James · Built on Genesis · See my site Policies

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Cookie settingsACCEPT
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non-necessary

Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.