Have you ever been scrolling on Instagram, and you see that one friend who is traveling AGAIN in the Bahamas and you’re stuck sitting at work, saving up for your next vacation? We’ve all been there, and there are really three things that are going on here: either that friend is loaded with cash, in debt due to their lavish …
3 Days in Quito, Ecuador
Before heading to Cuenca, Ecuador for a month, we took a long weekend trip to the capital city Quito, Ecuador. Between hiking to an active volcano and eating at restaurants with sweeping city views, we really enjoyed our few days in Quito. Below we will list our favorite activities, restaurants, and recommended accommodation. Activities in Quito, Ecuador Hiking to Rucu …
How to Save Money on Airbnb
Ten years ago, if you were traveling to a new country and needed to find accommodation, you would have to find a hotel, hostel, bed and breakfast, or a home stay. Hotels and hostels were the most accessible options and definitely where the majority of travelers would end up. While that’s still the case, recently there has been a shift …
How Expensive is Colombia for Travelers?
We spent 38 days in Colombia with 28 of those days spent living in Medellin. We tracked all of our expenses in Colombia down to the most minor of expenses like tips and laundry in order to show how affordable travel can be. This is meant to serve as inspiration for anyone hoping to sustain long-term travel and is stuck …
12 Best Things to do in Medellin Colombia
1. Free Walking Tour of Downtown Medellin Taking the free walking tour of Downtown Medellin is a great place to start when visiting Medellin because it gives you a great introduction to some of the historic sites as well as the history of the city. Our guide for the tour was excellent, his name was German and he actually memorized …
A Vegetarian’s Guide to Medellin, Colombia
We absolutely loved the vegetarian food in Medellin during our month staying in Laureles – a neighborhood that we would highly recommend staying in if you’re interested in heading to Medellin. As a consequence, most of the restaurants we list below are in or near Laureles. Almost all of the places we listed below we went back either a second …
One Day in Santa Marta, Colombia
Santa Marta is a city on the northern coast of Colombia that is famous for being the first Spanish settlement in Colombia as well as Colombia’s oldest city that is still operational. That being said, if you are stopping in Santa Marta, there is a high probability you are using it as a landing pad for the Lost City Trek. …
One Day in Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena is a beautiful oceanfront city that is full of history and vibrant, colorful old buildings in the historic district. That being said, in just one full day you can see a lot and get a feel for the history and culture of Cartagena. If you are spending one day in Cartagena as a landing spot before heading to Santa …
The Ultimate Guide to the Lost City Trek in Colombia
The Lost City Trek in Colombia is around 500 years older than Machu Picchu, steeped in culture, and is still relatively untouched by the effects of tourism. The reason for this is simple; Colombia was an incredibly dangerous place for many years, especially in the jungles of the Sierra Nevada. The Lost City or “Teyuna” is now the archaeological remains …
3 Days in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is one of the most scenic, natural places in the world. Between the stunning, bright blue lakes and the towering, snow capped mountain peaks, Banff National Park is a nature lover’s paradise. This three day itinerary is for the active adventurers who want to hike, kayak, and stand up paddleboard. Feel free to mix or match activities, …