Posts Tagged ‘South America’
A Self-Guided Walking Tour Of The Cultural And Historic City Of Cuenca, Ecuador
When traveling Ecuador, Cuenca — the capital of the Azuay Province in the southern part of the country — features a rich architectural and cultural heritage. In fact, on December 1, 1999, the colonial city was given the nomination of Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Moreover, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its unchanged urban…Read more...
Do It Yourself Adventure: Biking The Waterfalls Of Banos, Ecuador
While in Banos, Ecuador, you’ll find myriad tour operators selling guided trips, like hikes to the Tungurahua Volcano, white water rafting, bungy jumping, canyoning and other adventure and sightseeing activities. For those who like to do things themselves while also saving money, a different option is to rent a bike and cycle the “Waterfalls Route”…Read more...
Hostel Review: The Point Mancora Beach, Mancora, Peru
Mancora is a sleepy beach town in northern Peru that makes for a perfect stopover in between Lima and Ecuador. Since there’s not too much to do in town, you’re going to want to choose a beachy hostel where you won’t mind spending a lot of time. That hostel is The Point Mancora Beach.Read more...
Tips For Traveling Cusco, Peru, On A Budget
While Peru travel generally isn’t expensive, I was surprised when in Cusco to see how many backpackers didn’t take advantage of free and budget-friendly tips and attractions. To help you make your trip to Cusco as inexpensive as possible, here are some tips.Read more...
Want Good Luck In Bolivia? Buy A Llama Fetus
Yes, you read that right, a llama fetus. Wandering around the Witches’ Market in La Paz, Bolivia, you’ll find many indigenous and magical cures to all your problems. Aphrodisiacs, herbal remedies, and religious paraphernalia line the tables, and you can even visit one of the witch doctors in the area to help yourself and learn…Read more...
Going Local In The Sacred Valley, Cusco, Peru
During a trip to Peru, I was lucky enough to take an Urban Adventure Tour in Cusco with Intrepid Travel. Their Sacred Valley Tour takes you to the famous area and allows you to have a very local experience – visiting a market, tasting Chicha beer, trying local village activities, and eating typical foods. In…Read more...
Hostel Review: Pariwana Backpacker, Cusco, Peru
For many backpackers in South America, Cusco in Peru is a must-see destination. For an excellent accommodation choice, I recommend Pariwana Backpacker. Here’s why:Read more...
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