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 […]
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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 […]
It might not be Bolivia largest city but it is its highest at 11,942ft. The Peace of Ayacucho – La Paz, is a ‘love it or hate it’ type of city. Sitting in a valley, it has an unpolished, don’t give two hoots about you, kind of feel to it. Bolivia’s capital city is bustling […]
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 […]
Looking for DIY Christmas gift ideas for all of the family? The festive period can be overwhelming and expensive so why not take the time to connect with the gifts you plan to give to loved ones and save some cash by making them yourself? Let’s get our creative hands dirty with these tried and […]




