Arequipa is one of my favorite cities in South America. The beauty of the colonial center is rivaled only by the surrounding nature, highlighted by the three volcanoes that tower over the city. While quickly becoming more popular among travelers — in part thanks to its convenient location along southern Peru’s backpacker trail — Arequipa… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Arequipa, Peru | 2026
As far as South American destinations go, mainland Ecuador goes largely under the radar. I’ve met hordes of backpackers that opted to fly from Peru to Colombia or vice versa just because they thought Ecuador was worth skipping over entirely. Thankfully, those of us that manage to stray off the beaten path can get rewarded… Read More The Best Hostels in Ecuador | Backpacker, Boutique, and Beyond
Vietnam was one of those countries that I didn’t know too much about going into it. Upon my arrival in Hanoi, I still really had no idea what there was to do. As much as I stubbornly refuse to read travel guides, I’ll admit that it would have been helpful to have somewhat of a… Read More 21 Can’t-Miss Travel Destinations in Vietnam | 2026