Buenos Aires wears its “Paris of South America” nickname well, and if you follow the tourist trail it can start charging Paris prices too. The good news for backpackers is that this city is genuinely generous. Some of the best free things to do in Buenos Aires are also the things locals actually do: walking…
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What To Do In Cartagena Tonight
Cartagena after dark is a different city to the one you land in. The heat softens, the walled city glows under string lights, and the streets of Getsemaní start filling with music before you’ve even unpacked. If you’re wondering what to do in Cartagena tonight, the good news is you don’t need a plan. This…
Things to Do in Medellín Beyond the Tourist Trail
Medellín, the City of Eternal Spring, stretches through the lush Aburrá Valley, where mountain slopes glow with colorful barrios, cable cars glide between cloudlines, and street cafés hum with daily life. Despite its turbulent past, Medellín today is a modern, artistic, innovative city that thrives on community spirit and creativity. If you’re searching for things…
🌆 Things to Do in Bogotá, Colombia That Feel Local
Bogotá is a city of bold contrasts, from the cobbled alleys of colonial La Candelaria to modern skyscrapers and parks. Resting at about 2,640 meters above sea level, Colombia’s capital offers unique high-altitude city life and rich culture. For travelers searching for things to do in Bogota Colombia, this guide skips the usual tourist checklist and digs…
Things to Do in Cartagena Colombia for First Timers
Searching for things to do in Cartagena Colombia usually starts with one idea: beaches. Then Cartagena shows off and turns into something much better. This is a city of honey-coloured walls, tangled bougainvillea, late-night salsa, rooftop sunsets, street snacks that fully derail all plans, and neighbourhoods with completely different moods packed into one trip. For…
Avoid the obvious! 15 alternative things to do in South America
South America’s Gringo Trail is a well-trodden path for good reason – it’s brilliant. Nothing quite beats seeing the sun rise over Machu Picchu, or partying in Rio, but why limit your travels to the places you’ve already seen in a million Instagram stories? There are thousands of alternative things to do in South America…
The best places to visit in Brazil – from incredible nature to world-famous museums and festivals
Looking at the (massive) map and getting a bit overwhelmed about choosing the best places to visit in Brazil? Don’t worry, we’re here to help you to make the most out of your trip and give you the best tips to enjoy Brazil like a local. I’m Brazilian and I’m about to share all my…
What to do in Recife and how to live the concept “My Country Pernambuco!”
You can prepare your plate of couscous, order a warm caldinho to accompany your cold beer on the beach and try to learn the passinho. To experience Recife beyond the obvious, you’ll need to be very careful: it’s impossible not to fall in love with everything the capital of Pernambuco has to offer. Everyone knows…
Lima, llamas and the Nazca Lines: the 12 best places in Peru
When I say Peru is a traveller’s dream, I mean it. That’s because the country itself is absolutely huge, and there are heaps of routes for anyone who wants to backpack Peru . Do you like historical ruins and the hikes that lead to them? Peru has that to offer. Do you like beaches and surfing? Peru…
From rainbow rivers to perfect pueblos: the 15 best places to visit in Colombia
The perfect destination for backpackers is not exi… oh, hey Colombia. If we could paint a picture of our dream destination, it would look like you. From wild salsa nights in the city to relaxed yoga days on the beach, from hikes through national parks to sandboarding in the desert, there’s never a dull moment…
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