As a backpacker, Cusco is a city we could only dream of. An affordable city with adventure, culture, and history? You really can’t ask for much more.… Read More The Backpacker’s Complete Travel Guide to Cusco, Peru
15. Bogota, Colombia The bustling capital of Colombia is a city full of excitement and wonder. The city has many diverse neighborhoods, many of which feel like entirely new cities in themselves. The ubiquitous street art adds some spice to the already colorful city, especially in the stunning hillside barrio of Comuna Paraiso. There aren’t… Read More My Top 15 Favorite Cities In South America
The lively capital of Peru is a city that often gets skipped by travelers. With Peru boasting so many natural wonders, archaeological sites, and otherworldly destinations, it’s understandable. However, there’s a high chance that you’ll be passing through Lima at some point on your Peruvian adventures. I’ve spent quite a bit of time in Lima,… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Lima, Peru | 2026
Peru is one of the cradles of civilization, although its historical significance is criminally overlooked. Most are familiar with the World Wonder of Machu Picchu. Not so many are aware that before the Inca conquered Peru, dozens of other Pre-Inca civilizations thrived in the region. From the Chachapoya and Chimu in the north to the… Read More The 21 Best Archaeological Sites and Ruins To Visit in Peru | 2026
Salta is a guaranteed good time, no matter your taste. It’s a great city for all types of travelers.… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide to Salta, Argentina | The Partying Traveler
Ecuador was a country that really surprised me. My sister had moved there as a Peace Corps volunteer after her graduation. Looking for any excuse to go back to Peru, I decided to fly over and visit her. I was planning on spending at most two weeks in Ecuador before working my way to the… Read More One Month Ecuador Travel Itinerary For Backpackers
Peru’s hiking game is no joke. If you know my love for the mountains and the outdoors, then it should be no surprise that Peru is one of my favorite countries. Peru boasts an insane diversity of epic hikes. On any given day, you can be taking on treks in the Amazon to brutal climbs… Read More 14 of the Most Epic Day Hikes In Peru | Ruins, Mountains, and More
Colombia was the first country that I ever visited as a solo traveler. I’ll admit, I was pretty dang nervous. I had never gone on a solo trip before. Even though it was just for two weeks, Colombia isn’t most people’s first choice to take on their first solo trip. Yeah, believe it or not,… Read More The 5 Best Party Cities in Colombia
Man, I cannot say enough good things about Peru. Anyone who knows me or has followed me for some time is probably annoyed by how often I gush about this South American paradise. There is so much to love about this country. Few places in the world have it all, but Peru is about as… Read More The Top 10 Best Things I Did in Peru
As I unfortunately predicted in Week 3, there would be no Patagonia Chronicles Week 4. Not anytime soon, anyway. The proverbial shit has proverbially struck the proverbial fan. In the span of a week, I have gone from the wild and jaw-dropping landscapes of Patagonia to my couch. For now, I am quarantining at home,… Read More The Patagonia Chronicles: Interlude