I didn’t know what to expect from Quito when I arrived, but I was not expecting the Pichincha Volcano hike, that’s for sure. After travelling from Popyan via Pasto in Colombia and taking a quick stop at the stunning Las Lajas sanctuary, we arrived in a cold Quito. For the record, Quito isn’t cold. It’s… Read More Quito and the Pichincha Volcano hike, Ecuador
When in La Paz, Bolivia there is generally a list of things that all tourists should do. This list includes a cable car ride (or several in our case) up to the heights of El Alto and most certainly a trip to The Valley of the Moon or Valle de la Luna in Spanish. When… Read More The Valley of the Moon, La Paz, Bolivia
Taganga Colombia is located in the coastal region of Santa Marta in the North of the country. It is situated just outside the popular Tayrona National Park. Many backpackers use the infamous Taganga as a starting point for visiting the pristine tropical beaches of Tayrona National Park or heading on to Santa Marta or Cartagena.… Read More New Year’s Eve in Taganga, Colombia
Here’s the top 10 reasons to travel to South America. As if you really needed ten whole reasons. After spending over three months in South America it would be unfair of me not to provide a summary list of the reasons to travel South America. So, whether you’re hitting the North or South. Like the… Read More 10 reasons to travel to South America
You should add Baños to your bucket list if you like to get active. That’s why most travellers check out this little ‘off the beaten path’ destination. There are endless things to do in Baños, Edcuador and its also really easy to get to from Quito. The bus from from Quito to Baños only takes 3… Read More On the road… Things to do in Baños, Ecuador
Let’s talk about flying in Colombia. When a 20+ hour bus ride costs the same as a two hour flight you’d be more than foolish to take the bus. Yes, you can fly in Colombia. This may come as a shock to you as almost everyone you meet will tell you that flying in South… Read More Travellers insight: Flying in Colombia