There are countless hikes throughout Colombia, but one of the most rewarding is the Lost City Trek that departs from Santa Marta. Over the course of four days, you’ll cover over 30 miles with plenty of elevation gain as you sweat your way through the jungle to the Lost City of the Indigenous Tayrona people. …
Minca, Colombia was once a sleepy town in the mountains, a short bus ride from Santa Marta. However, this town has grown in popularity over the years and while it’s still much sleepier than nearby Santa Marta, tourism is big. Every day, tourists come to take advantage of the surrounding waterfalls and local wildlife. I …
Minca is a small town in the mountains near Santa Marta, Colombia that is surrounded by waterfalls. If you rent a motorcycle (or hire a moto taxi), you can reach loads of waterfalls in the surrounding area. But if you’re on a budget, or just want to get out and get a little exercise, there …
Both Cartagena and Tayrona National Park frequently pop up on lists of favorite places in Colombia. Cartagena is a colorful, historic city with plenty to offer while Tayrona National Park is home to some gorgeous beaches. If you’re traveling along Colombia’s northern coast, it’s perfectly natural to include both of these stops in your itinerary. …
Colombia has a large coastline that’s lined with beaches. If you talk to any Colombian, they’ll tell you that Tayrona National Park is the best and is absolutely beautiful. Having visited, I agree with their statement, but a visit to Tayrona National Park isn’t just a beach day. You need to be prepared for some …
Cartagena is a popular destination for visitors to Colombia. The colorful streets, delicious food, and beaches are just a few of the reasons people may choose to spend part, or all, of their vacation here. While you could spend a few days in and around Cartagena, this guide will cover how to spend one day …
Bled, Slovenia is one of the best and easiest day trips to take from the capital city of Ljubljana. Once in town, you can walk around the gorgeous lake, take a boat to Slovenia’s only island, eat delicious cake, and enjoy the views of the surrounding area. In my opinion, a visit to Ljubljana wouldn’t …
There are a lot of fun things to do in Chicago, but like so many cities, the cost of these big attractions can add up. If you aren’t paying attention, it’s easy to blow your entire travel budget in just a few short days. That’s not to say that these big sights in Chicago aren’t …
This is a post I’ve thought about writing for a long time and now that it’s here, I’m still not sure what to say or even how to start it. The bottom line is that at the time of writing this post, I’m on a one way flight to Colombia. I’ve quit my job, packed …
There’s a lot that can be said about hiking at Acadia National Park. The hikes are great, but often difficult and I’ll fully admit, I didn’t realize quite how difficult some of these hikes would be. So, I put together this list of my top Acadia hiking tips. It’s everything that I wished I had …
