South America Travel Guides, Stories & Resources
The Ultimate Guide to Geoarbitrage: Work Where You Want, Save More Money, Semi-Retire & Travel the World
Geoarbitrage is moving to a place with a low cost of living while maintaining or increasing your current income. Learn more in this comprehensive guide.
Being an Introverted Digital Nomad: Living Abroad, Country-Hopping, and Independence
Ramping up to the launch of our monthly feature for those who'd like to become digital nomads and semi-retired travelers, I'm sharing this interview I did as a longtime nomad myself, with some thoughts in particular about being less-than-social along the way.
Parts Unknown – Anthony Bourdain’s 10 Best Episodes & Lessons on Travel
In this article, we’ll look at Anthony Bourdain’s 10 best episodes of Parts Unknown. Take time to watch them, and you’ll be hungry for more than just food.
What is Dark Tourism? Ethics and Morbid Destinations
Dark tourism often is associated unfairly with other types of travel that can be dangerous or even unethical—let’s take a look at what dark tourism is, and what it isn’t.
The Best Digital Nomad Cities 2022: Lisbon, Chiang Mai, Budapest & More
These best digital nomad cities around the world have it all: affordability, safety, convenience, and access to healthcare and other necessities.
The Ultimate Guide to Volunteering Abroad: Ethical Volunteer Programs
Ready to see the world and make a difference? Read our guide to volunteering abroad so you have the tools to choose the right program and travel SMART.
5 Warm Destinations to Escape to This Winter
If you can't decide where you'd like to go this winter, we're here to help: let's have a look at some sunny, warm destinations for beating the winter blues!
Punta Hermosa: A Super Fun Summer Getaway in Lima, Peru
Despite the abundance of coastline located close to some of the most affluent residential areas of Lima, you may want to try a getaway to Punta Hermosa just beyond that area. Here's why you should visit---plus some tips on how to get there, where to stay, and what to do!
Your Guide to Travel Price Inflation: 5 Strategies to Make Your Next Vacation More Affordable
While the high cost of travel may have you feeling down, don’t frown. We’ve put together this handy guide to travel price inflation.
Adopting a Dog Internationally: Meet Mimi from Peru!
Two years ago, I traveled to Peru for work, and returned home with a tiger-striped street dog named Mimi. Here's my international pet adoption story!
Is Retirement in Your Future? 8 Steps to Early Retirement
The perfect time for retirement doesn't exist. Things change, and sometimes radically - let's look at eight basics to keep you on track to achieving your semi-retirement or early retirement dreams.
How to Travel During COVID: Where to Go, What to Do, and How to Stay Safe
This guide covers all you need to know about traveling during COVID-19: the best destinations and activities during Coronavirus, and how to stay safe.
The History of Ceviche: Peru’s National Dish
Peru has quickly become the gastronomic capital of Latin America - and this can be attributed in part to ceviche, a wonderful dish popular along the coast.
6 Best Coworking Spaces in Latin America: Outsite, Selina, and More
As remote work opportunities grow, coliving and coworking spaces have popped up all over the world. Here are six of the best ones in Latin America!
4 Best Pizza Places in Cusco, Peru
Peru is just one of many destinations where you'll easily (maybe surprisingly) find great pizza---let's have a look at our favorite pizza places in Cusco!
6 Best Restaurants in Bogota, Colombia
Looking for the best restaurants in Bogota? We're here to help. This gorgeous, cosmopolitan capital city is a haven for foodies and adventurers alike.
Visiting Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia: Getting There, Things to Do, What to See
Among the world's most remote and gorgeous natural wonders, the breathtaking salt flats of Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia, span over 4,000 square miles.
Slip Slidin’ Away: Getting Stuck in Chugchilan, Ecuador
At 12,320 feet on a cloud obscured road in the Ecuadorian Andes, visibility close to nothing, our bus could not get traction. How were we to get unstuck?
Café Alaska: a Historic Watering Hole in the Andes of Colombia
Built in 1942, Café Alaska has the distinct honor of being a Medellin, Colombia heritage site - and here's why you should stop in on your next trip!
A Short History of the Pisco Sour: Peru’s Signature Drink
It’s as Peruvian as llamas, Machu Picchu, and ceviche and is a drink that many tourists visiting Peru fall in love with. It's the Pisco Sour.
Survival Spanish: Basic Language Tools for Traveling Latin America
Hola (hello) and bienvenida (welcome) to survival Spanish. Here are a few tips to get you through your next visit to Latin America!
The Ultimate Guide to Geoarbitrage: Work Where You Want, Save More Money, Semi-Retire & Travel the World
Geoarbitrage is moving to a place with a low cost of living while maintaining or increasing your current income. Learn more in this comprehensive guide.
Being an Introverted Digital Nomad: Living Abroad, Country-Hopping, and Independence
Ramping up to the launch of our monthly feature for those who'd like to become digital nomads and semi-retired travelers, I'm sharing this interview I did as a longtime nomad myself, with some thoughts in particular about being less-than-social along the way.
Parts Unknown – Anthony Bourdain’s 10 Best Episodes & Lessons on Travel
In this article, we’ll look at Anthony Bourdain’s 10 best episodes of Parts Unknown. Take time to watch them, and you’ll be hungry for more than just food.
What is Dark Tourism? Ethics and Morbid Destinations
Dark tourism often is associated unfairly with other types of travel that can be dangerous or even unethical—let’s take a look at what dark tourism is, and what it isn’t.
The Best Digital Nomad Cities 2022: Lisbon, Chiang Mai, Budapest & More
These best digital nomad cities around the world have it all: affordability, safety, convenience, and access to healthcare and other necessities.
The Ultimate Guide to Volunteering Abroad: Ethical Volunteer Programs
Ready to see the world and make a difference? Read our guide to volunteering abroad so you have the tools to choose the right program and travel SMART.
5 Warm Destinations to Escape to This Winter
If you can't decide where you'd like to go this winter, we're here to help: let's have a look at some sunny, warm destinations for beating the winter blues!
Punta Hermosa: A Super Fun Summer Getaway in Lima, Peru
Despite the abundance of coastline located close to some of the most affluent residential areas of Lima, you may want to try a getaway to Punta Hermosa just beyond that area. Here's why you should visit---plus some tips on how to get there, where to stay, and what to do!
Your Guide to Travel Price Inflation: 5 Strategies to Make Your Next Vacation More Affordable
While the high cost of travel may have you feeling down, don’t frown. We’ve put together this handy guide to travel price inflation.
Adopting a Dog Internationally: Meet Mimi from Peru!
Two years ago, I traveled to Peru for work, and returned home with a tiger-striped street dog named Mimi. Here's my international pet adoption story!
Is Retirement in Your Future? 8 Steps to Early Retirement
The perfect time for retirement doesn't exist. Things change, and sometimes radically - let's look at eight basics to keep you on track to achieving your semi-retirement or early retirement dreams.
How to Travel During COVID: Where to Go, What to Do, and How to Stay Safe
This guide covers all you need to know about traveling during COVID-19: the best destinations and activities during Coronavirus, and how to stay safe.
The History of Ceviche: Peru’s National Dish
Peru has quickly become the gastronomic capital of Latin America - and this can be attributed in part to ceviche, a wonderful dish popular along the coast.
6 Best Coworking Spaces in Latin America: Outsite, Selina, and More
As remote work opportunities grow, coliving and coworking spaces have popped up all over the world. Here are six of the best ones in Latin America!
4 Best Pizza Places in Cusco, Peru
Peru is just one of many destinations where you'll easily (maybe surprisingly) find great pizza---let's have a look at our favorite pizza places in Cusco!
6 Best Restaurants in Bogota, Colombia
Looking for the best restaurants in Bogota? We're here to help. This gorgeous, cosmopolitan capital city is a haven for foodies and adventurers alike.
Visiting Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia: Getting There, Things to Do, What to See
Among the world's most remote and gorgeous natural wonders, the breathtaking salt flats of Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia, span over 4,000 square miles.
Slip Slidin’ Away: Getting Stuck in Chugchilan, Ecuador
At 12,320 feet on a cloud obscured road in the Ecuadorian Andes, visibility close to nothing, our bus could not get traction. How were we to get unstuck?
Café Alaska: a Historic Watering Hole in the Andes of Colombia
Built in 1942, Café Alaska has the distinct honor of being a Medellin, Colombia heritage site - and here's why you should stop in on your next trip!
A Short History of the Pisco Sour: Peru’s Signature Drink
It’s as Peruvian as llamas, Machu Picchu, and ceviche and is a drink that many tourists visiting Peru fall in love with. It's the Pisco Sour.
Survival Spanish: Basic Language Tools for Traveling Latin America
Hola (hello) and bienvenida (welcome) to survival Spanish. Here are a few tips to get you through your next visit to Latin America!