Planning a trip to South America? I’m here to help
I’m Steph, a travel journalist, guidebook author and the brains behind Worldly Adventurer. Most importantly, I’m a South America expert. I know how stressful it can feel planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip to this continent. I’ve been there, done that and even written the guidebook about it.

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Highlights of South America
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Easter Island Travel Essentials: Everything to Know Before You Go
With its mysterious, stoic moai watching over the island and craterous, seemingly barren landscapes that hint at a turbid, fascinating history, Easter Island** (aka Isla de …
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The Ultimate Guide to Hiking the ‘W’ Trek in Torres del Paine Without A Tour
Hiking in Torres del Paine National Park is one of the absolute highlights of a visit to Patagonia – I should know, I’ve done it …
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The Adventure Traveler’s Patagonia Packing List
When I first visited Patagonia in March 2016, I didn’t know what to expect. Sure, I’d read Bruce Chatwin’s “In Patagonia” and heard tales of …
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An Expert Guide to Visiting El Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
If you’re visiting Bolivia, chances are, the Salar de Uyuni (aka the Bolivian Salt Flats or Uyuni Salt Flats) is on your must-see list. The …
Sustainable travel in South America
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7 Things I Learned From Travelling Plastic-Free
Our relationship with plastic has altered noticeably in recent years. There’s been a growing recognition that we cannot continue to rely upon single-use plastic, which …
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How to Be a More Responsible Traveler This Year
The past few years, the idea of being a responsible traveler has hit the headlines. And, with the global climate crisis now finally getting the …
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How to Hike the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Hiking to Machu Picchu is a bucket-list destination for many. But what many visitors to Peru don’t realise is that there are far more options …
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The 10 Best Day Trips from Cartagena, Colombia’s Walled City
Cartagena de Indias, Colombia – not to be confused with the one in Spain – is known for its beautiful old town. Inside, you’ll find …
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Latest South America travel guides
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The 31 Best Things to Do in Chile: Big Hitters to Lesser-Visited Highlights
With its uniquely long coastline spanning everything from desert to the world’s highest volcano and glacier-carved mountains that end in a scattering of fjords, Chile …
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21 Best Things to Do in Bariloche, Argentina, an Expert Guide
Nicknamed “Little Switzerland”, Bariloche (Bar-ee-lo-chay) in Argentina is a feast for the eyes and soul of the adventurer! This city, which is home to about …
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The 19 Best Puerto Natales Hotels: Glam Stays & Budget Digs
With its status as the gateway town for Torres del Paine National Park, Puerto Natales is likely top of your travel bucket list for Chile. …
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The 21 Best Things to Do Around Salta, Argentina: An Expert Guide
Are you craving unique scenery, authentic cultural experiences, and the flavors of traditional Argentine dining? Look no further than the far northwestern region of Argentina …