I finally made it to Colombia in February. Woohoo! Viva Colombia! Aaaand, 12 hours after landing I immediately became so deathly ill, that I barely left my bed for 5 days. BIG boo. But — there’s a bright side…
Category: South America
Cusco, Peru: Breathe In, Breathe Out
Perched 11,000 feet up in the Andes, Cusco took my breath away — quite literally. I’d heard tales of how captivating Cusco is, and the stories resonated. Tucked amidst dramatic mountain peaks, Cusco’s red tile roofs, cobbled streets and colonial architecture leave most travelers smitten — I was no exception.
Peru’s Sacred Valley: On the Road to Machu Picchu
Look past the obvious, the big glittery jewel of a destination. Tucked into the cracks, the side roads, the small towns nearby lie the less conspicuous gems. They will be your small joys.
Machu Picchu, Peru: Into the (Crowded) Mystic
Wanna know a little secret? Machu Picchu is positively TEEMING with tourists. Here’s what to know to avoid the crowds and make the most of your bucket-list trip to the iconic ruins.
Inside the Belly of a Dead Whale: A Peek at Lima, Peru
When a city is described as similar to being “inside the belly of a dead whale,” I’m intrigued. Such was Lima.
How to Eat Your Way Through Lima, Peru Like a Boss
See my collection of standouts — restaurants, markets, food and drink — from Lima, Peru. Git in mah belly!
Praia do Pipa: Rocking the Famed Day Trip from Natal to Pipa
Exploring Northern Brazil’s coastal wonders on a day trip from Natal to Pipa includes stops at Praia do Amor, Madeiro and the epic Cacimbinhas Beach.
On Top of Old Baldy: Natal, Brazil
In just a few weeks, the U.S. men’s soccer team will be playing one of their World Cup 2014 matches in Natal, Brazil. What can visitors expect?
An Olinda, Brazil Tale: Fie on You, Convention! Fie on You!
My time in Olinda left me as much in love with travel and exploring this great, wide world’s nooks and crannies as I’ve ever been.
Semana Santa in Brazil: Ain’t No Party Like a Brazilian Easter Party
Yes, the good Lord rose, and so did the spirits, voices and boombox volume of the entire town. It was a party for the ages — eating, drinking, and, you guessed it, dancing.
Paraty, Brazil Guide: Did You Want a Side of Charming, Colonial Village With Your Gorgeous Beach?
Today, tourists meander along Paraty’s cobbled streets, admiring this remarkably charming Colonial outpost along Brazil’s epically scenic coast.
Her Name is Rio: What to See and Love in Rio de Janeiro
I found myself unexpectedly smitten with what I’ve determined is the prettiest-placed city in the world – Rio de Janeiro.