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Sunsets and Samba in Rio de Janeiro
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.
Island Idyll: Ilha Grande
Known for its lush rainforests, postcard-worthy beaches, and crystal-clear waters, Ilha Grande was just the tranquil escape we were looking for.
Falling for Floripa
Over 40 pristine beaches, from tiny coves to surfers paradise, party destinations and playgrounds for the rich and famous, Floripa has it all.
Chasing Waterfalls
“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.
Uruguay, Interrupted
Our plans to spend two weeks in Uruguay changed suddenly, and we left after only 5 days…
Back to Buenos Aires
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.
Mountains and Malbec in Mendoza
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: Argentina’s Alpine Town
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.
Mystical Isla Grande de Chiloé
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 and the Chilean Lake District
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.
Five Things to do in Santiago
Santiago is the capital and largest city of Chile, known for its stunning backdrop of the Andes Mountains, rich cultural scene and dark history. After a couple of weeks in the wilderness, we were excited to spend a few days making the most of all amenities a capital city has to offer.
A Rough Start in Northern Chile
We entered Northern Chile and experienced our lowest days on the road so far… but there were still some highlights to take away from our time in San Pedro de Atacama and La Serena.
Salt of the Earth
Travelling through Bolivia, it seems all roads lead to Uyuni. Everyone we met, everyone we asked for advice on where to go - backpackers and locals - pointed us south to the famous Salt Flats.
A Tale of Two Capitals
Did you know that Bolivia has two capital cities? Me neither. Although… it depends who you ask.
The Two Sides of Lake Titicaca
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.
Palcoyo: the “other” Rainbow Mountain
The Rainbow Mountains of Peru are quite rightly famous and popular sights - but did you know about the “other” Rainbow mountain? All the colours, none of the crowds.
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Long before Graeme and I knew each other, we were two nerdy kids pouring over Horrible Histories books, dreaming of one day walking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu… so to do it side by side was a dream come true.
Cusco: Ancient City, Modern Flavours
Cusco is a city that holds the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Inca Empire. Between acclimatising, doing the Inca Trail and visiting Rainbow mountain, we spent two weeks in and around the city.
Sand, Sea-life and Sashimi on Peru’s South Coast
We spent a week exploring the South Coast of Peru - Huacachina, Paracas and Lima.
Summiting a 5000m Peak in Huaraz
Huaraz is a hiker’s paradise, with hundreds of options to get out into the mountains of Huascaran National Park. We spent 3 days in the city, including an attempt to break the 5000m barrier!