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I Found Brazil’s Wildest Island in the Atlantic Ocean
One of the dream destinations for Brazilians, Fernando de Noronha, somehow slips under the radar of most international travelers. Sitting a few hundred kilometers off the coast of mainland South America, it’s a volcanic island packed with marine life. I call it the Galápagos of Brazil, but with only one…
One Week in Timor-Leste: Coastlines, Chaos, and the Country’s Highest Peak
Most people skip right over Timor-Leste when traveling Southeast Asia, but after a week of unexpected adventure, I can promise it’s worth a stop. From empty beaches and sacred islands to wild roads and unforgettable mountain views, this is what one chaotic, beautiful week looked like. Basic Info and Logistics…
Why I Traveled to Venezuela, One of the Riskiest Countries in the World
Once a coveted Caribbean getaway, it has since faded from tourist brochures and turned into a country most wouldn’t dream of visiting. It even appears on Canada’s official “Do Not Travel” list, alongside Russia and Afghanistan. But curiosity got the better of me. I was backpacking across South America overland…
5 Reasons Ilhabela is Brazil’s Most Overlooked Island Gem
Most backpackers in Brazil stick to the same loop: São Paulo to Rio, with stops in Ubatuba, Paraty, and Ilha Grande. But for some reason, almost nobody talks about Ilhabela. I honestly don’t get why. This island in the state of São Paulo is just as beautiful, much easier to…
Everything you need to know before Backpacking Central America
The “South East Asia of the 2020s”, this region has been getting more and more attention in recent years as the next top backpacking destination. Explore Central America in 14 unforgettable weeks—from lava-erupting volcano hikes and jungle lagoons to surf beaches and picture-perfect islands. Whether you’re traveling on a shoestring…
What I Learned Hitchhiking to the Edge of Patagonia
What if you could travel 3,500 kilometers through Argentina without paying a cent for transport? Hitchhiking from Buenos Aires all the way down to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, wasn’t just a test of patience and luck; it was one of the most memorable travel experiences I’ve ever…