I’ve been to a lot of backpacker havens. You know, those small little towns otherwise unheard of on the tourist trail but for some reason, extremely popular among backpackers. Pai in Thailand, San Juan del Sur in Nicaragua, and now Huanchaco, Peru. Huanchaco is the epitome of a backpacker haven. A little town along the… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Huanchaco, Peru | 2025
It was about to be my third time in Peru and I was beyond excited. Adventures off the beaten path, immersion in foreign cultures, and we got a dope whip to ride in on the journey down from Vilcabamba, Ecuador to Chachapoyas, Peru. I was about to embark on the adventure that dreams are made… Read More Traveling Northern Peru: A Budget Backpacker’s Cost Breakdown
The colonial city of Cuenca has it all. The best things in life are free and so are the best things to do in Cuenca. I found myself loving life in this quaint Ecuadorian city while barely having to spend a time. There’s a reason (actually, a lot of reasons) why so many backpackers and… Read More The Ultimate Cuenca, Ecuador Bucket List: 19 Things To Do
Peru is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, boasting wonders world-renowned. Most travelers opt to visit the southern half of Peru, highlighted by the country’s undisputed superstar, Cusco. And I get it, I adore Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and all the other marvels that Southern Peru has in abundance. However, don’t… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Chachapoyas, Peru
Oh, Ecuador. Some people say they’ll never leave a country. I actually might never leave. I initially planned for about 20 days in Ecuador before bouncing off to Peru. I took me 43 days to finally pry myself away from this incredible country. For some reason, Ecuador has not been on my radar until recently.… Read More What Is The Best Way To Travel Around Ecuador?
The longer I spent in Ecuador, the less I felt I had actually seen. I tacked on Cuenca, initially planning for it to be my final stop in Ecuador. A week later, I tacked on Loja, and naturally, I found myself in the small village of Vilcabamba. Despite its small size, Vilcabamba is rich in… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Vilcabamba, Ecuador
The border crossing at La Balsa is the most desolate border crossing I have ever come across. That can both be a good thing and a bad thing.… Read More Guide To Crossing The Ecuador – Peru Border at La Balsa
Backpacking in Cuenca is a dream. The budget-friendly Cuenca boasts stunning nature and an exciting nightlife scene making it a perfect city for backpackers of all types.… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Cuenca, Ecuador
The renown of London speaks for itself. There’s no denying that it is one of the greatest and most diverse cities in the world, so I’ll skip the meaty intro and go straight into what you came here for. It is undeniably difficult to do London cheaply. Even if you do everything right, odds are,… Read More Backpacking London on a Budget: Is It Still Possible in 2026?
Backpacking Ecuador ended up being one of my favorite adventures. Although I had backpacked South America before, Ecuador has its differences. Here’s everything backpackers need to know before taking on this marvelous country.… Read More The Backpacker’s Crash Course Travel Guide To Ecuador | 2026