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…
Best Backpacking Destinations in South America for First-Timers
South America has a reputation for chaos, but it doesn’t have to be that way for your first trip. The truth is, some of the continent’s most iconic regions also happen to have the smoothest infrastructure: reliable buses, well-worn backpacker trails, and hostels used to welcoming first-timers every single day. If you’re searching for the…
Best Hostels for Solo Female Travellers in South America (With Reviews)
South America has become one of the most popular continents for solo female travel, and for good reason. Buenos Aires has the elegance of a European capital, Medellín has reinvented itself into one of the most welcoming cities for digital nomads and backpackers, and Cusco offers history, altitude, and Andean culture that rewards every traveller…
Sustainability Stories: “It changed the way I travel” – Volunteering in Colombia, One Year On
(L: Entrance to El Rio Hostel. R: Boat trip with our guide Gabriel and dog Suki) A year ago, you met Amy Phung , winner of Hostelworld’s yearly staff travel competition, who spent several weeks travelling across Colombia – hopping from hostel to hostel, and discovering a country that surprised her at every turn. Almost a year on, Amy reflects…
Sustainability Stories: Inside Hostelworld’s 2026 Culture Champion – Black Llama Cusco
“When guests stay with us, they’re not just visiting – they’re starting to understand Cusco and the heritage”, says Eric Beland, founder of Black Llama Hostel Cusco . Sitting at over 3,400 metres in the Peruvian Andes, Cusco , otherwise known as the “navel of the world”, is one of South America’s most historic and visited cities, and the archaeological…
The Most Beautiful Beaches in Venezuela to Visit Now
Venezuela doesn’t make it onto most beach travel lists, and that’s exactly why it should be on yours. While the country’s political and economic situation has made headlines for years, travelers who have made it there recently come back with the same report: the coastline is extraordinary, the people are warm, and the landscapes are unlike…
Bogotá to Medellín: What to Know Before You Travel ✈️
Traveling from Bogotá to Medellín is one of the most popular journeys for backpackers in Colombia. These two cities feel completely different, yet equally captivating. Bogotá is Colombia’s high‑altitude cultural powerhouse, while Medellín offers warm weather, leafy hillsides and that famous “City of Eternal Spring” energy. Whether you are wondering how far is Bogotá to…
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…
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