South America is known for many things, charming towns, rich indigenous history and culture, and plenty of wildlife and wilderness adventures. Ecuador is not to be overshadowed by some of it’s bigger, more famous neighbors, the country is teeming with exciting experiences and natural beauty. From my many times visiting this stunning and unique country,…
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Top 15 of the most beautiful places to visit in Guatemala
Guatemala, one of the least visited countries in Latin America, might not come to mind when you think of beautiful places around the world. It’s true. Guatemala doesn’t have the typical standard of beauty. There are no luxurious hotels, immaculate medieval buildings, or historic castles. However, if your definition of beauty is stunning natural landscapes,…
8 under-the-radar places to visit in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is the most popular destination in Central America attracting approximately two million annual visitors. Some come to explore rainforests and embrace nature. Others indulge in one of the luxury getaways to Costa Rica. If you’re looking to have a more in-depth experience away from the crowds, check out these fabulous off-the-beaten track places…
Spirit Vine, Brazil – a stay in an Ayahuasca Retreat Center
Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world. It’s filled with fiesta-loving cities and under the radar rainforest backwaters. And deep within this area of other-worldly beauty is Spirit Vine – one of the best Ayahuasca retreat centers in Brazil. Surrounded by lush Atlantic forest, here you’ll be able to embrace a complete state…
15 of the most beautiful places to visit in Panama
Gateway from Central to South America, Panama sits on a narrow isthmus sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. It is one of few places to sense harmony between scientific progress and wildlife. Here the huge metropolis of Panama City merges seamlessly into verdant tropical forests. With an unfussy, laid back vibe and…
10 amazing places to backpack in Central America
Central America is one of the most diverse and beautiful strips of countries in the world but yet it’s often overlooked. Our guest blogger Phoebe Simmonds from Passport Please tells us about her favourite places. You would be hard-pressed to find a better region to backpack in than Central America. This small strip of land encompassing…
11 reasons to add Belize to your travel list
Bordered on the northwest by Mexico, on the east by the brilliant turquoise Caribbean Sea, and on the south and west by Guatemala. Belize is a paradise for anyone looking for adventure, breathtaking sights, and a laid-back Caribbean-esque vibe which entrances its visitors. Belize is a travel destination has much to show and to give, hence why…
A week in Cartagena, Colombia
A beautiful gem in Colombia, Cartagena is a vibrant port city on Colombia’s scenic Caribbean coast filled with gorgeous beaches, a 16th Old Town lined with colourful colonial buildings and cobblestone streets, and surrounded by idyllic paradise-esque islands and coral reefs. Our guest bloggers The Nomad Bears advise how to spend a week in this fascinating…
Discovering Mendoza – Argentina’s beautiful wine capital
Somewhere between Patagonia and Buenos Aires, the amazing city of Mendoza often gets forgotten when thinking of Argentina. However, this very livable city stole my heart instantly and after spending four days there I wasn’t ready to leave. For me, Mendoza was a place I just had to visit simply because I am a self-professed…
7 reasons why you should Belize
Perched on the eastern coast of Central America, with beautiful Caribbean Sea shorelines to the east and dense lush jungle to the west, Belize’s is slowly rising through the ranks to become a must-see destination for independent travellers to this corner of the globe. Sparsely populated but friendly and welcoming with numerous hotels, restaurants and a…