About South America
From the dry landscapes in the south to the humid jungles of the north – this continent has something for everyone, it’s also one of our favourite regions in the world. Could it be the breathtaking natural beauty, the endless hiking opportunities, the colours, the culture, the dancing or the friendly-natured people? It is all of these things. Pack your hiking boots next to your bathing suit, learn a few phrases of Spanish and get on that plane – the beauty of South America is waiting for you.
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Latest South America Posts
15 of The Best Places to Visit in South America
South America has so much to offer travellers. From beautiful beaches, fantastic cuisine, stunning landscapes and fascinating cultures, there's no shortage of things to see and do when travelling in this part of the [...]
How to Visit Kaieteur Falls in Guyana
Travelling to Guyana? Then you must visit Kaieteur Falls! This is simply one of the most amazing natural wonders of South America or even the world. Situated in the heart of the [...]
Why You Should Visit Guyana Kaieteur Falls (2022 Update)
Guyana Kaieteur Falls is the number one tourist attraction in this lush country. But what makes it so special? What are the reasons to visit Kaieteur Falls? This article has been updated in February [...]
9 Weird Drinks In The World That Will Surprise You
The world is an interesting place. Having travelled to over 185 countries, I've consumed a few weird drinks in the world during that time. There are many bizarre beverages around the globe, but I've [...]
20 Most AMAZING Archaeological Sites you Must See
The world is full of amazing places to visit and must-see archaeological sites. Some of our favourite moments when travelling across 180+ countries happened when discovering some fascinating historical sites and ancient ruins. There [...]
What to Eat in Colombia – 11 Amazing Dishes you Must Try
Colombia is one of our favourite countries in South America. Aside from the great people, the music, the colours, the gorgeous scenery, and the cool cities, we fell in love with Colombian food. During [...]
The Year 2019 in Travel – 40 New countries
The year 2019 is now over and what an adventure it has been! We travelled across four continents and explored 40 new countries. Here is a short recap of what we’ve been up to [...]
Visiting the New 7 Wonders of the World
What are the New 7 Wonders of the world? The Seven Ancient Wonders of the World are no longer there to entice travellers. The only remaining site to visit is the famous Pyramids of Giza. So naturally, [...]
Why is Venezuela in Crisis?
Why is Venezuela in crisis? This is a question that should probably be answered by someone with a degree in economy, journalism, or politics. But since we are not one of those, we’ll simply [...]
Visiting Venezuela in the Time of Crisis
"Thank you for visiting Venezuela at this critical time," says our guide Debbie as soon as she welcomes us at Caracas airport. Venezuela, once the richest country in Latin America is now fighting for [...]
How to get Suriname Visa in Georgetown, Guyana
Looking for information about Suriname Visa? Update: In April 2019 Suriname launched a new electronic visa system in cooperation with VFS Global Suriname Evisa Please apply for your visa for Suriname through this website. This blog on [...]
How to Get From Georgetown to Paramaribo
There is very little information available online about how to get from Georgetown to Paramaribo. So from Guyana to Suriname. The border is relatively easy, however, transport options between these two countries are not very [...]