Where to Stay in Santiago: The City’s 21 Best Hotels & Hostels
Santiago de Chile, the buzzing capital of Chile, has much to offer visitors and attracts a diverse crowd, from veteran backpackers to aspiring wine connoisseurs …
Travel Resources
After travelling for over four years through South America, I’ve tried and tested all sorts of different traveling equipment, insurance and packing essentials, which I’ve distilled into guides to help you plan your own trip.
From Patagonia packing lists and equipment guides for Torres del Paine National Park to reviews of Steripen water filters and lightweight backpacking tents, these guides are essential pre-South America trip resources.
A Luxurious Stay in the Sunniest Corner of the Carretera Austral
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 …
The 13 Best Hotels in Torres del Paine National Park
Torres del Paine in Chilean Patagonia is amongst the world’s most dreamed-about destinations and often tops the agenda of travelers bound for Chile. Declared a …
Where to Stay in Cusco: 16 Best Luxury, Boutique & Budget Hotels and Guesthouses
Within striking distance of the Sacred Valley and Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Cusco is one of Peru – and South America’s – most touristed …
The 49 Most Practical & Wanderlust-Fuelling Gifts for Travelers
What gifts do you buy a travel lover? This is the question that my family faces each and every year. It’s not that I’m hard …
20 of the Best Books About South America to Add to Your Reading List
There’s no better way for preparing for a trip abroad (or merely satisfying your worldly curiosity) than with a good list of reading material. Over …
The 31 Best Hotels in Chile: From the Atacama Desert to Patagonia
Whether you’re headed to Chile to explore the vast, superlatively beautiful landscapes of Patagonia in the south, going north to the parched, volcanic terrain of …
The 13 Best Hotels in Colombia: From Historic Buildings to Island Paradises
From emerald-green Andean summits to historical old towns and dazzling Caribbean islands, Colombia is packed with superb destinations to visit. However, a good night’s rest …
Six Essential Adventure Travel Apps
Since arriving in South America, I’ve trawled the net for the most essential adventure travel apps. It quickly became apparent that what works in Europe, …
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent Review
Use: Ideal for lightweight camping and backpacking Price Weight Durability Ease of Use ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Price reflects the quality of the tent Very …
Best Backpacking Water Filter: Steripen Adventurer Review
Use: The best backpacking water filter for camping and hiking Price Weight Durability Ease of Use ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Price reflects speed & reliability …
Where to Stay in Lima: Chic & Modern Selina Lima
Lima is a city that I’ve long had a love-hate relationship with. I love ceviche (I mean, who doesn’t love this delicious fish dish?) and …
The Best Travel Water Filters & Purifiers for Every Budget – Tested & Ranked
If you’re preparing for an international trip abroad, then a travel water filter or purifier bottle should be at the top of your list of …
Where to Stay in Arequipa: The 11 Best Arequipa Hotels
Arequipa is unlike any other city in Peru. In fact, it’s so unique, Peruvians joke about needing a passport to visit! Situated at 2,300 meters …
The 14 Best Sacred Valley Hotels: From Five-Star to Budget Stays
The long, winding Urubamba River brings life to the otherwise barren Sacred Valley in the Andes of Peru, traveling all the way to Machu Picchu. …
Where to Stay in Medellin: The 15 Best Places in Colombia’s City of Eternal Spring
Medellín, nestled in the picturesque narrow valley of the Andes Mountains, is renowned for its year-round temperate climate. Dubbed the “City of Eternal Spring”, it …