Peru is possibly my favorite country in the world. There is so much diversity in this country. From the Amazon Rainforest to the Pacific Ocean and everything in between, Peru can almost feel like several countries packed into one. Throw in some desert and some of the tallest peaks in South America and you’ve got… Read More The Top 25 Travel Destinations in Peru | 2026
Ecuador was initially meant to be a quick stop-over en route to Peru. That quick stop-over turned into 43 days. Sandwiched in between two of South America’s powerhouse travel destinations, Ecuador often goes overlooked in favor of neighboring Peru and Colombia. I also harbored a fairly unenthusiastic attitude towards Ecuador, and had my sister not… Read More The Top 10 Best Travel Destinations in Ecuador | 2026
One of Patagonia’s best hidden gems is the small village of El Bolson. While the town itself is small, the adventures surrounding it are grand.… Read More El Bolson, Argentina Travel Guide: Patagonia’s Secret Paradise
Surprisingly, the first I ever heard of Medellin was not from the tales of Pablo Escobar, but from the golfer Camilo Villegas. His long hair, muscular build, and Latin swagger solidified him as probably my only ever man crush on a golfer. Of course, his contributions to Colombian history weren’t nearly as significant as his… Read More Comuna 13 in Medellin, Colombia | A Broken Barrio Reinvigorated
To say Argentina was exhausting would be an understatement. The people here are crazy. By the time I’m used to going home, most Argentines are just getting ready to hit the boliches. After a week of calm spent in the deserts of Chile, I immediately found myself needing to adjust to an entirely different way… Read More The Best Party Destinations in Argentina
Peru is one of those countries that is impossible for me to get tired of. It seems like the more time I spend there, the less I feel I have actually done. I’ve visited Peru four times already, and each time has felt far too short for the multitude of things to do there. I… Read More One Month Northern Peru Travel Itinerary for Backpackers
Bariloche, located at the northern edge of Patagonia, is one of Argentina and South America’s top travel destinations. This beautiful town is situated on the shores of several different lakes and surrounded by mountains. It is a nature-lover’s dream. The area feels like a mirage, a lush oasis in the otherwise desolate Patagonian steppe. With… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Bariloche, Argentina | 2026
Where does one even begin with La Paz? Bolivia’s largest city might be one of the most unique cities that I have ever visited. Seriously, this city is weird. I say that with the intention of it being as big of a compliment as possible. I’m not talking artificially weird like Portland or Austin where… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to La Paz, Bolivia
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