Backpacking in Guatemala: Costs, Tips and Places to See
Firmly on the Central America backpacker trail (AKA the Gringo Trail); Guatemala is home to all sorts of natural and historic wonders. From the jungle …
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Mexico to Colombia: Overland Travel in Central America
It took us nine months to travel overland from Mexico City to Patagonia, roughly the amount of time it takes to learn the guitar, grow …
Backpacking in Mexico: Costs, Tips and Places to See
We spent a month in Mexico during our trip around the world and barely scratched the surface of what this country has to offer. From …
Cenotes Near Valladolid: Unique Natural Wonders in Mexico
The cenotes near Valladolid are magical underground water worlds and exploring them quickly became a highlight of my time in Mexico. The translucent water, the streaks …
Two Days in Oaxaca, Mexico: Colonial History and Ancient Ruins
Mexico is full of colourful colonial towns and mysterious ancient ruins, and if you’re spending 2 days in Oaxaca you’ll get to see great examples …
Backpacking in Hawaii: Oahu on a Budget
I’d never given too much thought to backpacking in Hawaii. I always figured it’d be too expensive, but when the cheap flight gods revealed to …
Teotihuacan: Massive Pyramids near Mexico City
Mexico City is a daunting, chaotic metropolis that is currently the 6th biggest city in the world (by population in the metropolitan area). The colonial centre is a …
A Trip to Lago de Coatepeque, El Salvador’s Luxury Lake
El Salvador isn’t a country you associate with luxury. While this tiny Central American country is relatively poor, it is home to plenty of rich …