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Visiting Cartagena
As you exit the plane in Cartagena, you are greeted with the warm breeze of the Caribbean Sea. Welcome to Colombia, your vacation has begun. Planning a Trip to Cartagena? The first steps of your future vacation are the questions of when and how long? The real question for a beach city, when should you go? Cartagena is located near…
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10 Days in Peru
Peru is an amazing country with so many areas to explore. We did a ten day tour around the county to experience some of the highlights. Below is our plan to help you plan your own travels to Peru. If you are only planning to visit Machu Picchu, check out our post – Visiting Machu Picchu for the First Time.…
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Trek to Machu Picchu or not? What we decided.
So I know we have another post on Machu Picchu for first timers; however, I decided to write something on what everyone really asks before going: should I trek to Machu Picchu or should I not? Well, that is an excellent question. My suggestion: Experience now, trek later! I am sure my response is going to create some controversy (calm…
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Visiting Machu Picchu for the First Time
Machu Picchu is on almost everyone’s bucket list, but the ancient Incan Ruins can seem distant or difficult to visit. If you have the time, the money, and don’t mind the daily hiking requirements, the Inca trail is an amazing experience. We did the alternate: a flight, a taxi, a train, and a whole bunch of stairs. Check out our…
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Two Days in Iguazu Falls
If you’re considering a trip to Rio, then we highly recommend a stop at Iguazu Falls. It is a short flight from Rio and quite inexpensive. We recommend at least a two night stay in order to see everything. Iguazu Falls is located on the border of Argentina and Brazil. Additionally, Paraguay is a very short drive from either border…
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Favelas in Rio
As travelers, we set a cultural requirement for every trip. I couldn’t imagine leaving Rio without experiencing the Rio culture. Considering my little bit of knowledge came from Samba music, the World Cup/Olympics, and watching the movie City of God (Cidade de Deus), I wondered if we were going to have the opportunity to experience such a critical part of…
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4 Days in Rio De Janiero Itinerary
From touchdown to takeoff, hopefully this guide helps you to plan your time and activities. If you are spending four days in Rio, we recommend the following plan. If you are spending more than four days in Rio, then there is never too much time to enjoy the beach. Day 1 – Arriving to Rio After a couple layovers and…
