Two Week Peru Itinerary: Inca Ruins, Beaches, Hikes, Deserts and More!
People often ask me what the best country I’ve visited is. It’s always hard to answer, but more often than not I say Peru. Why …
South America
Colombia to Patagonia: Overland Travel in South America
If you read my last post you’ll know that this is the second instalment on our nine month overland (and a bit over water) journey …
Two Weeks in Patagonia: Costs, Tips and Places to See
The vast distances between places of interest in Patagonia makes it a hard region to plan a trip to. This long shard of land in …
Backpacking in Peru: Costs, Tips and Places to See
“What’s your favourite country?” I get asked that question a lot, and while I don’t have a clear favourite, Peru is generally my answer. Machu …
Backpacking in Colombia: Costs, Tips and Places to See
Colombia was once more famous for murders and cocaine than colonial towns and beautiful vistas, but those old preconceptions are changing. It’s so much more …
7 Things to Do in Bogota, Colombia: A Day in the Old Town
Another day, another old town. Colombia is full of them. Not that I was complaining though — there’s always fun to be had while walking …
The Best Things to Do in Barichara, One of the Nicest Small Towns in Colombia
It’s fair to say I’m a bit of a colonial town fanatic. I love the cobblestone streets, terracotta tiles and ancient churches, but most of …
Two Days in Arequipa, Peru’s Scenic Southern City
One of the highlights of any trip to South America is exploring centuries old Spanish colonial cities. These little pieces of Europe are scattered all …
Hello!
My name is Jon, I like to travel and I have no imagination when it comes to naming websites. I've been travelling the world for two and a half years -- before that I was an English teacher in Asia. I've travelled overland from Mexico to Patagonia, explored most of Southeast Asia and recently spent a few months wandering around northern India. Want to know more? Read a creepy split personality interview here.