Author Archives: Two Scots Abroad

Fiesta! Colombia’s El Carnaval de Barranquilla

Fiesta Colombias El Carnaval de Barranquilla shutterstock 1254504097 | Fiesta! Colombia's El Carnaval de Barranquilla

For me (Dane from Holiday from Where), Barranquilla was the full Colombian experience: beauty, danger, dancing, tropical beaches, the incredible culture of the Colombian people, and not to forget the buzzing El Carnaval de Barranquilla. Read our extensive Colombia travel guide Why You Shouldn’t Miss Barranquilla It was completely by chance that I was in […]

First Time Backpacking in Nicaragua

Backpackers by lake on Ometepe Island in Nicaragua

Backpacking in Nicaragua is a great choice for those new to this style of travel and has lots to offer the more established drifter. This guide details everything you need to know to plan your next trip to The Land of Lakes and Volcanoes. Backpacking in Nicaragua Itinerary Nicaragua is sandwiched between Honduras on top […]

Lares Trek to Machu Picchu – Is This Peruvian Hike For You?

Lares trek to Machu Picchu

The Lares Trek to Machu Picchu is one of the alternative hiking routes to the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The Inca Trail actually books up at least six months in advance and only a certain amount of passes are available each day, therefore, the Lares is a great alternative for those who are […]