Category: Road trips
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What is it like on the Amazon River Ferry: Manaus to Macapá
Taking a slow ferry down the Amazon River is what feels like one of the few last “raw” travel experiences left in the world. When I say raw, what I mean is = uncurated, polished or adjusted with tourists in mind. In the age of when people are chasing packaged travel for convenience, others are…
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Things I Wish I Knew Before My Uyuni Salt Flats Tour (2026 Guide)
Let me guess – you’re planning to visit Salar de Uyuni but you want to be prepared… You’ve done your research: read the blogs, compared the tour companies, checked the weather maybe even booked flights to Bolivia or South America? Honestly, sounds like you’ve got it all sorted out. Really! That’s a lot more than…
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Discovering Bolivia: A Guide to the Salar de Uyuni
I first came across the Salar de Uyuni back in 2017 during my first trip to South America. At the time, I had no idea just how extraordinary this continent was or that it was home to the world’s largest salt flat. Unfortunately, after my backpack was stolen in Puno (Peru), I never got the…
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The Ultimate Guide to Planning your Atacama Desert, Chile Adventure
I had heard about the Atacama in passing a couple of years ago, during my first trip to South America. Over the years, I kept seeing more photos pop up and it looks so otherwordly. Since we’ve been exploring Chile for about a month independently, I thought – maybe it’s time to see this amazing…
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Namibia Road Trip Itinerary: 2.5 Weeks of Safari, Desert & Coast – Self Drive
Namibia has been on our bucket list since pre COVID. Originally, we had plans for a South Africa + Namibia road trip but with the pandemic, we ended up only visiting South Africa. Fast forward five years and we finally did it! If you’re dreaming of an epic self-drive adventure through Namibia, this guide will…
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Off the Beaten Path Brazil: How to Visit Bom Jardim (Nobres, Mato Grosso)
Bom Jardim, Nobres (Mato Grosso) might just be one of Brazil’s most underrated destinations. Often compared to Bonito but quieter, cheaper and far less touristy — this small village in central Brazil is packed with crystal-clear rivers, natural freshwater springs, limestone caves and vibrant wildlife, including blue-and-yellow macaws. Located just outside Nobres in the state…
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The Best Campsites in Namibia: Photos & Honest Reviews
Maybe we’re biased, but the best way to experience Namibia (and Southern Africa in general) is by camping. Forget generic hotel rooms. Out here, the real magic happens in nature. The weather is perfect for it (though nights can get chilly), and nothing beats falling asleep under skies so clear you can see the Milky…
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Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar: The No-Fluff Guide (Lemurs, Costs & How To)
Planning a trip to Madagascar? Then you’ve probably come across Ranomafana National Park… it’s one of the country’s most famous wildlife spots and a must on any Madagascar itinerary. Picture this: lush rainforest, hot springs, misty mornings, and lemurs bouncing around their personal playground. Visiting Ranomafana honestly feels like stepping into a live nature documentary….