In a drastic change of policy, Brazil will start requiring visas of U.S. passport holders starting April 10. This means that, unless you have obtained authorization to fly to Brazil, from Brazilian authorities themselves, you will be barred from boarding your flight. The same rule applies now to Canadians and Australians, and it’s part of …

It goes without saying how popular Medellin has become over the years. Although, it does have its fair share of drawbacks. Expats have long viewed Medellin as a budget-friendly haven where they can live life on the cheap in phenomenal weather, scenery, and culture. Even more so now that the digital nomad craze has taken …

The birthplace of tango and the proud home of chef-favorite Bife de Chorizo, Argentina is the number one destination for tourists heading to South America, not only because the culture and cuisine are unmatched, but because it’s very safe for foreigners: Compared to its neighbors, Argentina enjoys lower levels of violent crime, scamming practices, and …

Sunny escapes will soon be in full force after everyone gets their fix of pumpkin spice drinks and rustic foliage photo-ops. Whether you’re dreading chopping firewood, driving in ice, or simply need blue skies and Vitamin D, you won’t be alone in your search for winter sun. Latin America is teeming with sun-kissed coastlines, and …

Medellin is still a thriving city among expats, digital nomads, and general travelers wanting to experience the hype, but there are certainly notable concerns about visiting. First, prices aren’t what they used to be, as Medellin has far surpassed its ‘hidden gem’ status. Second, crime may be a fickle topic, but it’s always on the back of …

Not Cancun and its glitzy resort zone, Punta Cana and its pristine Caribbean sands, and most certainly not Cartagena and that historic, UNESCO-listed walled center: the beach city stealing all the limelight right now is Rio! The driving force behind Brazil’s tourism growth is the main reason why the country is set to break its …

Some countries are so impossibly beautiful that they have to be seen to be believed.   And one of those destinations is Chile. On the one hand, the country is home to the Atacama desert, which is officially the driest place on earth. On the other hand, you can explore the glaciers and lakes of Patagonia’s …

Colombia is already a hugely popular destination, and that popularity is only continuing to soar.   Once a country only famous for its drug trade and high crime rate, Colombia is now better known as a beautiful and affordable South American hotspot that has plenty to offer both travelers and digital nomads alike.   Flight …

According to a recent report from Yahoo Finance, the average cost of living in the U.S. is $2,216, with rent being a huge factor at hair under $1,400. That alone will make anyone consider planting roots in another country. Digital nomads know this more than anyone and make use of their flexible lifestyle gathering new …

When it comes to living cheap as a digital nomad, exposing yourself to different, unique cultures, and enjoying a higher quality of life, South America’s where it’s at: From Medellin and Buenos Aires, the nether hemisphere is teeming with nomad activity right now. We all know where’s popular and where remote workers are heading en masse …

As summer shifts to fall, many digital nomads are packing up in search of sun elsewhere. Boasting year-round warm weather, there’s one unheard-of city piquing digital nomads’ interest as of late. In fact, it’s charting fifth highest on Nomad List’s Latin America subcategory. Look out, Medellin! Brazil is like a Clint Eastwood movie – there’s …

Earlier this year, we published a travel security alert for Colombia, where tricksters were running rampant, and some situations actually became fatal. Turns out Colombia is not alone in South America when it comes to playing dangerous games with tourists’ lives. The U.S. Embassy of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s phenomenal capital city, has issued a new …