Baños, Ecuador
Located on the edge of the Amazon, Baños is the adventure capital of Ecuador, and is a major backpacker and local travel hub. Our trip to Baños was a little chaotic … Continue reading Baños, Ecuador
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Top Places to See in Ecuador
Ecuador is known as the land of four worlds: the Galápagos Islands, the coast, the Andes and the Amazon Rainforest. It has something for absolutely everyone. There are abundant opportunities … Continue reading Top Places to See in Ecuador
10 Ways to Save Money in the Galápagos Islands
The Galápagos Islands; a bucket list adventure for many travellers! Abundant wildlife, stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, and tons of adventure opportunities! It is an amazing experience, but we know it … Continue reading 10 Ways to Save Money in the Galápagos Islands
Santa Cruz, Ecuador
Santa Cruz is the first island most people visit when arriving in the Galápagos Islands, and offers the largest array of activities. There are lots of dive sites nearby, plenty … Continue reading Santa Cruz, Ecuador
Isabela, Ecuador
Isabela is the largest island in the Galápagos Archipelago, but the town of Puerto Villamil is the smallest we visited (Puerto Velazco Ibarra on Floreana is smaller but we didn’t … Continue reading Isabela, Ecuador
San Cristóbal, Ecuador
We like to think of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on San Cristóbal as a mixture of the towns on Santa Cruz and Isabela Island. It has a more laid back feel, … Continue reading San Cristóbal, Ecuador
Your Guide to Visiting the Galápagos Without a Cruise
Visiting the famous Galápagos Islands off the coast of Ecuador is often viewed as an expensive trip; a destination too expensive for your average budget conscious backpacker. There is definitely … Continue reading Your Guide to Visiting the Galápagos Without a Cruise
Guayaquil, Ecuador
When looking up things to do in Guayaquil, we often read that there was no point in coming here, and that it was dangerous for tourists. So when bus schedules … Continue reading Guayaquil, Ecuador
Top Places to See in Colombia
Colombia is often over-looked when it comes to travel destinations, due to its violent past. However, the country is definitely worth visiting and embracing. The strength and resilience of its … Continue reading Top Places to See in Colombia
Huacachina, Peru
One thing we didn’t expect to find in Peru was a desert oasis, but that’s exactly what Huacachina is! Nestled among giant sand dunes just outside the city of Ica, … Continue reading Huacachina, Peru
Top Places to See in Peru
There’s more to this country than the world famous UNESCO World Heritage site, Machu Picchu, although it’s definitely a highlight! Snowy mountain peaks, beautiful beaches, rainforests, canyons and sandy deserts … Continue reading Top Places to See in Peru
Taganga, Colombia
We had heard mixed reviews about this beach town just outside of Santa Marta, but we ended up really loving this place! It’s a basic chill beach town, with dirt … Continue reading Taganga, Colombia
