We love Medellín! 15 years ago this wonderful city in South America was one of the most dangerous in the world. Today it is probably one of the most fascinating cities we have ever visited. Old crime scenes have now been redeveloped with libraries and parks, and innovative public transit…
A round up of “must see” places in Argentina. From culture, to wine, to epic natural sights, make sure you add all these to your Argentina itinerary!
A round of of the very best things to do in Bogotá, Colombia – the best tours, the coolest neighbourhoods, and the must-see Bogotá highlights!
A guide to learning Spanish in Ecuador – how much classes cost, the best places to learn, and first-hand accounts from real students!
A round of some of the best places to visit in Colombia for fun and adventure. You NEED to add all of these to your Colombia backpacking route!
Everything you need to know about gaucho homestays in Uruguay – how to do it, what to expect, and how much it costs!
This little-visited steamy landlocked country is a quirky country to add to your passport stamps. Nestled between Bolivia, Argentina and Brazil, but feeling more like an island, Paraguayans often remark that they feel isolated, far from the rest of the world. With no direct flights, a serious financial commitment on…
Is Colombia safe to travel? Brand new contributor Carly shares her thoughts and experiences on travelling Colombia…
New guest author Pericles shares his top tips for visiting Machu Picchu to ensure you have the best experience possible!
Guest writer Alice shares her round up of tips and advice for solo travel in Brazil, with safety tips and some great money-saving advice.
Louise shares four of the best places to hike in Chile, a land of stunning scenery and epic mountainscapes. It’s a hiker’s dream!
Claire shares some of her favourite wild places in Brazil! From the world-famous to the outright unheard of, these are some amazing places to discover…
Backpack South America is a fun an informative site aimed at providing the most up to date advice and information for backpacking in one of the most exciting and varied continents in the world.
