south america
Between its wonderous mountain ranges, remote islands and the world's biggest rainforest, your first trip to South America likely won't be your last.
Crossing the Ecuador border from Colombia, headed to Iquitos, Peru. Is it as easy as it seems?
Yesterday I crossed the border into Ecuador over land; yes, I am aware of ¨how dangerous¨ it is. However, I have done it twice and never had an issue. From the Ecuadorian border, I went to the Tulcán bus terminal with a vague plan of what I was doing. If you were to ask me three days ago where I am going, I would have said, no idea, and then I decided on Iquitos, Peru.
By sara burdick3 years ago in Wander
What to Know About South American Travel
Are you planning to travel to South America soon? If so, you'll want to know a few things beforehand. In this article, we'll guide you through some of the key things you need to know before traveling to this exciting region. From safety concerns to the best tips for spending your vacation, we'll cover everything you need to know! 1. Safety Considerations
By Jerry Nelson3 years ago in Wander
Ways to Visit Rio on the Cheap
Ways to visit Rio on the cheap ChampionTraveler.com claims The average price of a 7-day trip to Rio de Janeiro is $1,812 for a solo traveler, $3,254 for a couple, and $6,101 for a family of 4. Rio de Janeiro hotels range from $13 to $257 per night with an average of $52, while most vacation rentals will cost $130 to $530 per night for the entire home.
By Jerry Nelson3 years ago in Wander
Seven reverse culture shocks I experienced going from Colombia to the United States
I remember my first few days back in the US, and I was in awe about how much I had forgotten. The last time I was in the US was the summer prior, and the states were still in lockdown, so I did not leave my family’s houses.
By sara burdick3 years ago in Wander
The ancient mummies older than Egypt's
In Chile's Atacama Desert, the driest place on Earth, mummies have been found that pre-date the Egyptians' by 2,000 years. So while the Egyptians may be the most famous culture to mummify their dead, it turns out they weren't the first to do so.
By Seamons Mahall3 years ago in Wander
The Hotel Del Salto´s Chilling Story
The Hotel Del Salto, also known as The Tequenda ma Falls Hotel, is located in Cundinamarca, Colombia, approximately 30 km from Bogotá, in the Soacha department. The hotel sits directly across from a 180-meter-high natural waterfall, Tequendama Falls.
By sara burdick3 years ago in Wander
