South America

From the humid jungles of the north to the dry landscapes of the south, this continent has it all. Whether you’re interested in the great outdoors, dining on world-class food, or chillin’ out on a beautiful beach, you will find it in South America. Brush up on your Spanish and Portuguese, pack your hiking boots and get ready for a wild ride.

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Otavalo Ecuador: The Ultimate Guide For Travellers

Towering volcanos, pristine lakes, unique culture, fabulous waterfalls and welcoming locals — these are just a few of the many reasons to visit Otavalo Ecuador.  Located just a 2 hour drive north of Quito, a visit to Otavalo is an easy day trip away. However, if you want to truly experience all that the small ...
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Mindo, Ecuador: The Complete Travel Guide

Sandwiched between the western slopes of the Andes mountains and the Choco-Andean forest, Mindo Ecuador is a stunning tropical cloud forest with enough to keep you busy for a few days. Here you’ll find opportunities for adventure, birdwatching and relaxation.  There are many things to see and do in Mindo, some great restaurants to eat ...
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12 Best Things To Do in Quito, Ecuador

When it comes to South American cities, Ecuador’s capital is one of the most interesting for travellers. There are endless things to do in Quito, fantastic restaurants, friendly locals, and some interesting day trips from Quito as well. The city wraps itself around the eastern flank of the Pichincha stratovolcano, meaning there’s no shortage of amazing ...
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Reflections and Highlights: Our 2 Month Trip In Ecuador & Peru

It has been a while since we’ve written a post like this on the blog. Just a good old-fashioned recap of one of our trips. Recently we headed off to explore Ecuador and Peru for almost three months and we had a blast. But why did we choose the countries? Where did we go? What ...
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Travel Announcement: South America Bound!

On February 2nd, we’ll be trading in our tropical island paradise for rugged mountain landscapes, ancient ruins, lush rainforests, and Spanish colonial cities. That’s right, we’re heading to South America for the second time. This trip we’ll be travelling around for 3 months while checking new countries off our travel list: Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia.  ...
Bogota, City, Colombia

9 Reasons Why You Should Visit Colombia Now!

Colombia is a fast growing tourist destination. The South American country is one of the most popular stops on the “Gringo Trail” through the continent, and is quickly becoming a must visit for travelers around the world. There are so many things to do in Colombia! Check out my top 9 reasons why you need ...