There is a massive difference between traveling to see a place and traveling to experience a place. In a world where we can instantly stream high-definition drone footage of the world’s most remote wonders or buy a train ticket that drops us directly at the gates of an ancient citadel, true adventure has become a …

There is a long-standing myth that exploring South America has to be a grueling endurance test. For years, the narrative was that unless you were willing to endure a chaotic connection in Bogotá, brave a 14-hour overnight bus through the Andes, or navigate a terrifying mountain airstrip, you were basically stuck visiting the massive, crowded …

When I map out a trip to South America, safety and authenticity are always at the absolute top of my list. Argentina routinely ranks as one of the safest countries on the entire continent (scoring an incredible 89/100 on our own Safety Index!), which makes it an absolute dream for travelers. But here is the …

When summer hits and you start hunting for a solid escape, looking at government travel warnings can totally kill the vibe. Much of South America has some pretty strict alerts right now. Even spots that used to be a total breeze to visit, like Chile, are dealing with a spike in street crime and protests. …

When you think of Peru, chances are Lima comes to mind, with its beautiful coastline, vibrant food markets, and buzzing city life. Or maybe the colonial charm of Cusco, which brings that Old World allure to the mix. And, of course, there’s Machu Picchu, the world-renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the Andean Highlands. …

Colombia’s always been a familiar name for Americans, but maybe for all the wrong reasons. It wasn’t until recently, however, that the travel community began to recognize Colombia as a world-class destination. Societal problems aside, the country’s been on a rapid upward trend in visitor numbers since the Covid era, and even though 2026’s barely started, …

We’re all guilty of overlooking things — even the most seasoned travelers. Heck, it took me 35 years to visit Cancun. But that’s just it… If there’s one thing a globetrotter like me knows for sure, it’s that the most unsung destinations often leave the most meaningful lasting impression, even more so than any mainstream …

We all know the “Gringo Trail.” You land in Lima, go to Cusco, take the selfie at Machu Picchu, fly to Rio for a caipirinha, and maybe pop down to Iguazu Falls. That route is a classic for a reason, and totally worth it. But if we are being honest? It can be crowded. You’ll …

Buenos Aires may be one of the most beautiful cities in South America, with its Haussmann-inspired boulevards à la parisienne, lush urban parks, and unrivaled gastronomy, but let’s face it, it’s sort of yesterday’s news. It’s been covered to death by most major travel publications, and even if you haven’t been to BA yourself, we’re …

Safety remains a primary concern for Americans going abroad, especially in the current geopolitical climate, where safety warnings are issued with little to no warning, and wars are erupting left, right, and center. It may not exactly be a battlefield at the moment, but Latin America has never been exactly known for being the most …

Planning a trip to South America in the near future but the volatile prices, and deteriorating safety levels in the region keep putting you off? If you’ve been on the internet this week, you’ve probably come across the war-like scenes in Rio de Janeiro, where a violent clash between gang members and police officers resulted …

Not Mexico and its world-class beaches and UNESCO-listed Mayan pyramids. Not Argentina, with the Old World charm of Buenos Aires and its distinguished tango houses. Oh, and definitely not Brazil, especially now that Rio’s frail reputation as a moderately-safe destination has been smashed to smithereens. The “next big thing” out of Latin America is a …