Cabo Polonio, Uruguay – Everything You Need to Know

Cabo Polonio is one of the more unique places I’ve visited. It’s an off grid community, meaning that all of the electricity, hot water, and…

Santa Teresa National Park – A Day Trip from Punta del Diablo

Punta del Diablo is a popular beach town in Uruguay, but right nearby is Santa Teresa National Park. A visit here can include even more…

How to Visit the Tatacoa Desert in Colombia

The Tatacoa Desert was one of the things I was most excited for when I planned my trip to Colombia. The scenery looked stunning in…

How to Take a Day Trip to Filandia, Colombia

Salento is a great base for exploring the Cocora Valley and if you have the time, you can include a day trip to Filandia. This…

Cocora Valley Trek – Everything You Need to Know

Salento frequently finds its way onto Colombia travel itineraries. While you can reach coffee farms from here, the main reason why most visitors come here…

How to Spend Two Days in Medellin, Colombia

Medellin is a large city in Colombia that doesn’t have the best reputation. Despite that, the city has invested and revitalized itself and become a…

What to Expect on a Tour of Cueva del Esplendor

Jardin is one of my favorite places in Colombia. It’s a colorful, picturesque town with plenty of hiking and nature opportunities in the surrounding area…

7 Great Hikes in Jardin, Colombia

If you enjoy hiking and beautiful mountain views, add Jardin to your Colombia itinerary. Nestled in a valley in the surrounding mountains, the views are…

Six Weeks in Colombia

I can’t believe that six weeks have passed since I quit my job and took off to travel the world. During those six weeks, I’ve…

How to Visit La Piedra del Peñol near Guatapé, Colombia

Guatapé is a very popular day trip from Medellin and one of the top attractions is actually located outside of the city. La Piedra del…

Lost City Trek Packing List – What to Bring & What to Skip

The Lost City Trek in Colombia is a bucket list activity for many hikers. Over the course of four days (though it can be done…

Lost City Trek – 4 Days in the Colombian Jungle

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…

Two Day Minca Itinerary – Perfect for First Time Visitors

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…

4 Great Minca Waterfalls to Visit

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…