Lima: I Don’t Care What None of y’all Say, I Still Love Her
Yes—I did just have to quote Kanye in my title to get my point across about this cool city! The majority of fellow backpackers we met on the road would always scrunch their face when we brought up Lima and they would mention the pollution, the traffic and how overcrowded and loud the city is. […]
Falling in Love with Cuenca, Ecuador
Cuenca felt like home. This vibrant city had numerous things to see and do while keeping its small-town feel intact. The architecture was brilliant and cobble stone lined streets reminded me of Alexandria. The food here was great, museums were plentiful and best of all we found excellent beer! Apparently Cuenca is a haven for […]
Alausi: Devil’s Nose Train Ride
Contrary to popular belief (and our outdated guidebooks borrowed from the library) you can no longer ride on top of Ecuador’s Railway train. Sadly, a fatality put an end to this hair-raising practice. Regardless of this we ventured to Alausi where we boarded our train to visit the Devil’s Nose/ Nariz del Diablo. The trip […]
Getting our Adrenaline Fix in Baños, Ecuador
We took a 2 and a half hour bus ride from Quito to arrive in Baños, the adventure capital of Ecuador. If you’re into extreme sports you can find it all here: rafting, bungee jumping, zip lining, rappelling and more. To get your body ready to work or just to relax your muscles after a […]
Galapagos: Part 2- Santa Cruz and Isabela Island
Once we landed in Santa Cruz we had four more days to explore the Galapagos. If you arrive at the airport there is great information on how to get where you need to be if you’re not hopping on a cruise ship. See pic below: Since we were still feeling a little wobbly from the […]
Galapagos: Part 1 – Four Day Galaven Cruise
Flying over the Galapagos archipelago was surreal and from the plane I couldn’t believe the scenery I was observing. It was like we were flying over another planet entirely. Once we landed I was overcome by emotion and stunned by its beauty. I had always wanted to visit Galapagos but it seemed like an unattainable […]
Quito, Ecuador
Quito, the capital of Ecuador, is a mixture of old and new and is quite quaint for such a large city. Strolling through the historic center you will feel as if you have stepped back in time. The city has been beautifully preserved and declared a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO. Visit the neighborhood […]
2 Months on the Road: A Few Lessons Learned
We’re two months into our South America Backpacking trip and we’re getting into the groove. Here are a few tips to make your next long-term trip seamless. Less is more If you think you need to pack it you probably don’t. Choose items that are multi-functional like a sarong that can be used as […]
San Andres & Providencia
After a 2-hour flight from Bogota we arrived on the island of San Andres. Located about 140km off the coast of Nicaragua, this oasis in the Caribbean Sea is the perfect getaway for Colombian residents and foreign backpackers alike. Providencia, a nearby island that is part of the San Andres-Providencia archipelago, is also an amazing […]
6 Days in Bogota
Bogota, the capitol of Colombia, is an international and progressive city. Here you will find a vibrant vibe and something for every taste. You can transition from the historic cobble stone streets of La Candelaria to the hip districts in the north of the city known as Zona T and Zona G all in one […]