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We all travel differently. We don’t have the same interests, the same needs, the same possibilities. We might go to the same place, we won’t leave with the same impression.

That’s what makes sharing experiences so beautiful. But while some aspects of our travels never change, others can be improved, sharpened, optimised.

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So here’s a series of guides and a few itineraries, to help you plan your travel in South America. Tips to help you save time, money and your peace of mind.

We’re also sharing many tricks for eco travels. Some of them you probably already know. Others you might not have thought about yet. Travelling responsibly is a state of mind that we keep perfecting through our habits. We’d love to hear your own ideas.

And then, we also give practical advice on other aspects of travel, such as how to eat healthily while travelling, what it means to travel off-the-beaten path, how to survive a night on the bus, or the items every traveller needs.

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Travelling is not innocent. We do believe that the way we travel has a huge impact also on the experiences we gain. And ultimately on the person we’re slowly becoming.

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Why to choose South America as a digital nomad
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Why South America is Ideal for Digital Nomads

As the digital age continues to evolve, more and more people are realizing the benefits of the digital nomad lifestyle. With the ability to work remotely and the freedom to travel the world, this lifestyle has become increasingly popular among tech-savvy individuals. One continent that has seen a surge in popularity among digital nomads is South America, thanks to its affordable cost of living, thriving tech scenes, and beautiful landscapes. Let’s tell you why we think the growing digital nomad scene in South America is right for you! From backpackers to digital nomads For the most adventurous travellers, the allure …

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Capitals of countries in South America

What is the capital of Chile, Paraguay or Colombia? Are you confused about Rio, Brasília, Sucre and La Paz? Here are all the capitals of countries in South America, all the answers you’re looking for in one go-to list of South American capitals! South American countries: Argentina  |  Bolivia  |  Brazil  |  Chile  |  Colombia  |  Ecuador  |  Guyana  |  Paraguay  |  Peru  |  Suriname  |  Uruguay  |  Venezuela |  Summary Argentina Buenos Aires Population: 3,003,000 (2021 estimate) Definitely one of our favourite cities in South America, Buenos Aires is a lively and colourful capital that takes pride in its …

Chilean Patagonia fjords
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All About the Ferry from Puerto Natales to Caleta Tortel

Believe me, traveling on a boat along the fjords in the south of Chilean Patagonia is a memorable experience. It rings of slow-paced adventure surrounded by a stunning landscape. It’s more sustainable and way more scenic compared to plane travel; and cheaper too, if we take into account the cost of accommodation and meals for those days. Here’s all you need to know about the inexpensive Tabsa ferry between Puerto Natales and Caleta Tortel.  Jump to: Route  |  Booking  |  Costs  |  Duration  |  Timetable  & distances Sleeping & eating  |  Entertainment  |  Sights Ferry Puerto Natales – Caleta Tortel …

Graffiti mural of an aboriginal man in Rio de Janeiro by Kobra
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🇧🇷 Backpacking Brazil: Tips & Destinations

There’s samba, football and festivals. There are beautiful hips wearing the shortest of clothes. There are even kids playing with guns in the favelas. And then there’s the authentic Brazil, the one we love, with its food, its lively cities, its culture and its nature; and also with its people, among the friendliest we’ve ever met. For all these reasons, we’ve put together this guide with our best backpacking travel tips and our favourite destinations in Brazil. Chances are that this Brazil travel guide contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help out products we find …

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Essential Packing List for your Road Trip

Whether you’re renting a car or driving your own, whether you go abroad or stay home, it’s important you have all the useful stuff at hand: documents, travel essentials, entertainment, clothing and accessories. Here come a few road trip tips, and what we consider the essential packing list for a successful road trip. No need for minimalism here: as long as there’s space in the trunk, take everything and a bit more. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to leave something behind in a hotel room or on a bathroom window sill anyway. So you might as well pack it before …

Carretera Austral without a car
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Road Trip: Carretera Austral (Chile) Without a Car

The “Carretera Austral”, in the South of Chile, is one of those mythical roads that scream for a road trip. It’s a great way to experience Patagonia, especially if you stop along the way to visit the stunning national parks. So prepare for breath-taking views! In this post, I’ll explain what to expect and what the highlights are along the road; and how to prepare for an unforgettable road trip on the Carretera Austral. And as we didn’t have a car during our trip in 2022, I’m giving all the info you’ll need to plan your road trip route using …

Bags full of legumes
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Plastic Waste Mitigation for Zero Waste Travels

One of the individual or group actions to reduce climate urgency and environmental degradation urges sustainable traveling measures. Sustainable travel tries to reduce the pollution associated with travel as much as possible. To ensure that the industry remains sustainable in the long term, we travelers need to preserve the natural and cultural environment. Therefore, here are some tips for sustainable traveling and for your next zero waste travel. This article was written by Ankur Pradhan from Earth and Human. Ankur holds a bachelor’s degree in education and health and three years of content writing experience. Addicted to online creative writing, …

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8 Reasons Why Traveling is Important

If we trust dating and social media profiles (and why shouldn’t we?), traveling counts as one of the favourite activities for millennials, Generation Z’ers, and whichever letter came after that. In fact, it often ranks in the top 3, along with ‘watching Netflix’ and ‘eating sushi’. Now, I don’t really like sushi but I do love travelling. And besides the almost instant gratification I get when 1. I’m in a random place that’s awesome, and 2. I get to boast about it when I’m back, there are really valid reasons why travelling is important to me, to us, and probably …

Packed suitcase with hat and camera for long-term travel
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Long-Term Travel Packing List for Real Minimalists

Half-a-day before flying, I used to look at the empty insides of my backpack and feel a sort of writer’s block. I guess I was scared by the awful consequences of my wrong decisions: broken back vs. missing essentials. The longer the trip, the bigger the doubt. Nowadays, I’m a grown-up man and I know how to pack for long-term travel. It’s called ‘minimalism’ (and a persistent faith in the rules of the worldwide market). I therefore keep my packing list to a minimum and if I end up needing something on my long-term travel, I just buy it there …

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Which of These Types of Travellers Are You?

Why is it so hard to find a fitting travel partner? Someone with a similar rhythm, who’ll be interested in seeing the same things. First of all, it’s important to know what YOU expect from a trip. To help you, here are (really just some of) the different types of travellers you might meet on your travels. Of course, identities are forever flowing. Therefore, it’s possible that you fit into several of these different types of tourists at the same time – or according to your mood of the day.  Isn’t it surprising how two people might come back from …