The End of Everywhere
Hi, we’re Sarinda and Graeme and this is our travel blog,
The End of Everywhere.
We are a married couple in our 30s based in the UK and we love an adventure. This blog started as a place to record some of our favourite holidays but, after getting married, we decided an extended trip was long overdue… so follow us as we take a career break and travel Latin America!
It’s not hard to see why the Inca people believed the Andean world was born from the depths of Lake Titicaca - we spent a week exploring the lake from the Peruvian and Bolivian sides and were captivated by these sacred waters.
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We are currently travelling in Central America
After spending six months travelling over 19,000km in South America, we flew up to Panama City to begin a journey through Central America. Currently making our way up to Mexico, experiencing as much as possible along the way!
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Not quite the blaze of glory we wanted to go out on… but a good place to reflect on the last eleven months and our incredible 27,000km journey.
The cruellest fate of them all… in my first 48 hours in the food capital of Mexico, all I could stomach was half a banana and an energy drink.
Chiapas, Mexico’s southernmost state, is a land of mist-covered mountains, steaming jungles and ancient ruins steeped in Mayan history.
From the beaches of El Cuyo to the bustling city of Merida, we loved spending Easter in Mexico.
From world wonders to swimming underground, we loved our time in the charming city of Valladolid.
After crossing 15 borders in the last ten months, we felt pretty relaxed heading from Belize into Mexico and spent our first week exploring Campeche and Quintana Roo.
In the serene waters off the coast of Belize lies a true gem of the Caribbean: Caye Caulker. The island motto demands that visitors “Go Slow” - this is a place to unwind and soak in the natural splendour of the world.
The sun was still rising above the jungle as we entered Tikal national park. Somewhere in there, hidden amongst the tangle of leaves of vines - almost reclaimed by nature - is the remains of one of the most powerful citadels in the ancient Mayan world. Tikal.
In the eastern reaches of Guatemala there is a place like no where else we had visited during our month in the country so far. Welcome to Rio Dulce... you’ll never want to leave.
Nestled in the Guatemalan jungle, Semuc Champey is a natural marvel renowned for its turquoise pools cascading over limestone formations.
After the exertion of climbing an erupting volcano, we headed towards Lake Atitlan seeking rest and relaxation.
From living our best brunch lives to barely breathing at the top of a volcano, Antigua was a Central America highlight.
We fell in love with El Salvador’s traditional villages and delicious food… but then we had to unexpectedly leave the country.
Strolling the colourful and history-packed streets of Nicaragua’s rival cities, Granada and Leon.
We packed a lot into our time on Ometepe island. Stunning nature and authentic experiences made it our favourite Central America stop so far.
The next two weeks felt like a holiday within our trip, as we welcomed our good friend Jay to Latin American shores.
Nestled on the Pacific coast of the country, the town of Quepos is a hub for accessing Costa Rica’s most visited national park: Manuel Antonio.
We continued our Caribbean coast adventure across the border in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca - where we had amazing wildlife encounters!
We made our way back to the Panamanian coast to spend New Year on Bocas del Toro - a group of paradise islands located in the north of the country.
Our Central American journey begins in Panama. After a few days in the capital, we made our way to the Central Highlands in time for Christmas.
We were determined to make the most of our last week on the continent, and what a place to spend it! Rio de Janeiro, the "Marvelous City," with its vibrant energy, iconic landmarks, and stunning landscapes.
Known for its lush rainforests, postcard-worthy beaches, and crystal-clear waters, Ilha Grande was just the tranquil escape we were looking for.
Over 40 pristine beaches, from tiny coves to surfers paradise, party destinations and playgrounds for the rich and famous, Floripa has it all.
“Poor Niagara,” were Eleanor Roosevelt’s famous words upon seeing Iguazu, the incredible complex of waterfalls that straddle the border between Argentina and Brazil. She wasn’t wrong.
Our plans to spend two weeks in Uruguay changed suddenly, and we left after only 5 days…
After five months of travelling, Buenos Aires marked a first for us: it was the first place we were returning to, having visited once before, in 2019.
Mendoza is perhaps best known for its thriving wine industry, its long history of grape cultivation dating back to the Spanish colonial era thanks to the combination of fertile soil, a range of microclimates, and the influence of the Andes' pure meltwater making the perfect conditions for wine production.
Bariloche sits on the shores of the magnificent Nahuel Huapi Lake, one of the largest in the region full of sapphire lakes, and is surrounded by an awe-inspiring natural landscape reminiscent of the Alps.
Wild, windswept and beautiful. Although only 40 minutes away from the mainland, life on the Isla Grande de Chiloe felt a world away from the Chile we had travelled through to date.
Pucon is part of the Chilean Lake District, a name evocative enough to paint a picture of our surroundings for the following 5 days: lush forests, sparkling lakes, and towering volcanoes.
From living our best brunch lives to barely breathing at the top of a volcano, Antigua was a Central America highlight.