Fun things to do in Quito, Ecuador that you won’t want to miss
A complete guide to the top things to do in Quito Ecuador, including where to find the best viewpoints, big thrills and spectacular day trips.
Category: South America
The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá: Colombia’s underground church
There’s a rather quirky attraction in Colombia that’s worth the day trip: an entire underground church dug out of salt, called the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira.
Exploring the Pululahua volcano and a hotel perched on a crater
This geobotanical reserve near Quito, Ecuador is home to the world’s only inhabited crater, and also holds the dormant Pululahua volcano.
The best things to do in Guayaquil, Ecuador
Seeing the colourful homes, walking along the Malecon and visiting an iguana park are some of the fun things to do in Guayaquil, the gateway to the Galapagos.
How to get to Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia (and the worst flight ever)
The journey to the Uyuni Salt Flats isn’t easy, but the payoff is worth it. From La Paz to Uyuni flights to buses and trains, here are the transport options.
What it’s like to stay in a salt hotel in Bolivia
If you’re planning to tour the Uyuni Salt Flats, be sure to spend a night at one of the unique salt hotels in Bolivia. Yes, everything is made of salt!
Transportation tips: Getting around Lima, Peru
The Lima transportation options include taxis, buses and Uber, but they aren’t always easy—or safe. Here are some tips for navigating Peru’s capital city.
5 reasons to go backpacking in South America
Aside from its impressive natural attractions and variety of cultures, here are five more reasons you should try backpacking in South America.
Sun and fun in the desert: The Huacachina oasis in Peru
From sandboarding and dune buggies to vineyard visits and penguins, here are the best things to do in the Huacachina desert oasis.
A photogenic journey through Argentina’s Calchaqui Valley
Rugged, dramatic landscapes and rainbow canyons in the Calchaqui Valley are a photographer’s dream, along with La Yesera and the Cafayate wine region.
