Beyond-the-Beaten-Trail

Patagonia has long been an obsession of mine and one where I’ve covered a fair distance, having traveled across the years from the very northern …

From dazzling churches to relics of ancient civilizations, Peru has more than its fair share of striking natural landmarks and historic monuments. Although there are …

On my first trip along the Carretera Austral, I made it as far as the azure waters of Lago General Carrera in the Aysén Region …

I’ve always been a little afraid of hitchhiking. Perhaps it was a childhood raised on horror films; nowhere else is it so strongly affirmed that …

By day three, my long hours of standing at the bow finally pay off. The rain clears suddenly and unexpectedly; the clouds creep away from …

Peru is remarkably diverse when it comes to traveling experiences; from the Nazca Lines carved into the desert in the southwest, to the turquoise water …

An inhospitable landscape of snow-capped peaks and sun-scorched plains, Patagonia has captured the imaginations of explorers for centuries and remains an irresistible spot for modern adventurers. …

Chile doesn’t always make it to the top of traveler’s itineraries. Travel costs and a more European culture compared with other South American countries have …

In a country renowned for its unique archaeological sites, stunning natural setting, and welcoming people, Peru’s cuisine is the coup de grâce. Peru’s food and …

In a country infamous for its past struggles with drug violence and political unrest, it’s natural to worry about safety. However, many parts of Colombia, …

So your trip to Colombia has been every bit of the adventure you had hoped for. You’ve enjoyed the sights and the buzz of Cartagena …

Waking up late after a big night out, you step outside and taste the salty air blowing in from the Caribbean. The day begins with …

Colombia has a wealth of national parks to explore, but there’s one in particular that should be on your list to visit: Los Nevados National …

In a continent defined by natural spectacle, Colombia is a country that would take several lifetimes to fully explore. Situated in the northwest corner of …

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 …

Sucre is Bolivia’s true capital city, and it is one of my all-time favorite cities in South America. The food, beautiful architecture, museums, cultural and …

I’ve done my fair share of hitchhiking in South America. I’ve ridden on the backs of trucks in Peru and Bolivia, thumbed a lift along Chilean …

Snow dappled mountains, carved into glistening ridges by the forces of nature over millennia; lush vines heavily laden with juicy grapes for wine and pisco; …

Home to unexplored – and always arresting – countryside, one of the best ways of exploring South America is through wild camping. Whether you’re planning …

For some, hitchhiking is a way of travelling that changes perspectives, allowing you to meet local people and really get underneath the skin of a new …

You’ve set off on your big trip, headed to the top places to visit in South America, but it wasn’t quite what you expected. Everywhere …

In a remote corner of the northern Peruvian Andes lies Chachapoyas, a region steeped in an ancient culture unlike any other you’ll find in the …

Say the words “northern Chile” and there’s probably only one place that pops into your head: San Pedro de Atacama. Sure, there’s a reason it’s one …

Having spent over three years living in Santiago, plus multiple other trips back to Chile where I’ve hitchhiked, road-tripped, and trekked around this country, I …