60 Days in South America: The Bags
One of the most difficult decisions of preparing for a backpacking trip in South America is what bags to use. When living out of a backpack it’s very important to […]
Colombia recap
Now that’s it’s been nearly two weeks since I left Colombia, I put together a recap for myself and other travelers who may want to visit the locations I’ve mentioned. […]
There’s no sleeping in Mancora!
Mancora is good for the soul but not the liver. I spent five days and four nights at Loki Hostel in Mancora, which is the proud winner of Sarah’s #1 […]
Next Stop: Northern Peru
After fracturing my ankle in Arequipa, I’ve been crutching around Peru for almost two weeks now. Many of the friends and family I’ve spoken with sound surprised at my choice to […]
Staying positive in the face of adversity
Or at least trying. Who am I kidding.. I’ve been in complete grouch mode since I got to Arequipa, Peru. After a serious of delayed flights, I arrived at my […]
May the bridges I burn light the way..
“The great difference between voyages rests not with the ships, but with the people you meet on them.” – Amelia E. Barr I often find that experiences, good or bad, […]
This is what happens when I don’t plan ahead….
Worst two travel days so far. After recovering in Guatape for a few days I headed back to Medellin for one night since I had a flight to Santa Marta […]
On Traveling Alone
I’m sitting on a bus in Guatapé, Colombia and More Than Words by Extreme is blaring from a corner store. I’m waiting for the 11:30 bus to leave for Medellin, […]
Medellin 3, Sarah 0
I went to Medellin looking for a good time, and boy did I find it. After arriving at The Pit Stop around 7pm grumpy and tired, I was quickly pulled […]
Today was not my day
I left San Gil on a 6am bus to Bucaramanga, which of course didn’t leave until nearly 7am. My day didn’t start out so well after waiting for an hour […]
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