To the joy of budget travelers, the cost of visiting the island of Phu Quoc is not completely inflated. At least it doesn’t have to be! During our 1-week visit, we discovered many cheap, fun and free things to do in Phu Quoc, Vietnam.… Read the rest
4 Must-Visit Markets in Santiago, Chile
The markets in Santiago, Chile are part of the vibrant culture of the city. For centuries, Santiago locals have shopped and dined in these warehouse-sized mercados.
Shopping at Santiago, Chile markets allows a glimpse of the city’s traditions and regional fare.… Read the rest
French Polynesia on a Budget: Plan a Cheap Moorea Trip
Things move a little slower on Moorea, French Polynesia – and that’s not a complaint. The days drift by as leisurely as the puffy, white clouds.
The calm waters of the lagoon display a rainbow of blues; an entire Crayola crayon box full of shades of blue wouldn’t be enough to color the scene.… Read the rest
Cerro Campanario: Hiking in Bariloche, Argentina
Cerro Campanario is one of the best places to visit in San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina! Campanario Hill, one of the many that dot the scenic landscape, sits at an elevation of 3,445 feet.
While not the tallest peak in the Patagonia Lakes Region, Cerro Campanario boasts a stunning 360-degree viewpoint, providing spectacular vistas of cobalt blue lakes and stark snowcapped mountaintops.… Read the rest
Visiting Colonia Suiza in Bariloche, Argentina
The historic village of Colonia Suiza near Bariloche, Argentina has long been a tourist destination.
Located in the Río Negro Province along the famous Bariloche Circuito Chico sightseeing route, the small cluster of dwellings and restaurants are fairly easy to reach by car or bus.… Read the rest
8 Things To Do in Puerto Varas, Chile
The lakeside town of Puerto Varas, Chile is picture-perfect – and an ideal destination within the Chilean Lake District to spend a day or two…or even more!
During our time in the “City of Roses”, we discovered some of the best things to do in Puerto Varas, Chile – and we are sharing our top tips for travelers who want to experience the area like we did! … Read the rest
5 Reasons To Visit Punta del Diablo, Uruguay
Punta del Diablo, Uruguay is a top beach destination in South America. In the summertime (December to February), the town is flooded with tourists eager to soak in the sunshine.
Outside of summer, the village is a ghost town – and people seeking solitude will surely find it on the Punta del Diablo shore.… Read the rest
Top Things To Do in Hout Bay, Cape Town
Nestled in a valley 12 miles south of downtown Cape Town is the pleasant village of Hout Bay.
Surrounded on three sides by mountains and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, there are quite a few things to do in Hout Bay that draw tourists to visit!… Read the rest
6 Things To Do in Pavones, Costa Rica
Our remote and off-the-beaten-path location of Zancudo, Costa Rica implies a sense of isolation. The single, unnamed dirt road runs parallel to the six-mile stretch of Playa Zancudo and ends at the point.
It is easy to feel secluded and cut off from the rest of the world, but, in reality, there are several day trip destinations.… Read the rest