Practical Wanderlust » South America
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The follwoing section of Practical Wanderlust is a travel guide to destinations in South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, and more. Welcome we're Lia & Jeremy! We believe that travel is a tool for connection, growth, and positive social impact. Our goal is to make you laugh & learn, and to show that travel doesn't always have to be perfect!
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
Packing for a trip to Colombia can be really challenging. After all, Colombia is home to about every diverse landscape you can think of: the tropical Caribbean northern coast; the hot, humid Amazon; Medellin's "eternal spring;" the cool, … about What to Pack for Colombia: The Ultimate Packing Guide ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
Cartagena is the starting point for most travelers visiting the Caribbean coast of Colombia, thanks to an international airport with plenty of affordable direct flights. But too often, visitors to Cartagena don't venture outside of the city limits … about How to Get from Cartagena to Santa Marta: A Complete Guide ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
For such a small country, Ecuador is insanely diverse. From the high altitude metropolitan city of Quito, to the animal refuge of the Galapagos Islands, to the adventure town of Banos, to the high mountain regions of the Andes, to the Amazon … about Backpacking Ecuador: Itinerary for 1 Incredible Month ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
Isla Barú, located just off the coast of Cartagena, Colombia, is the kind of tropical paradise that most visitors to Cartagena envision when they book their tickets. Palm trees, bright blue Caribbean sea, sandy beaches, fresh seafood and fruit … about Travel Guide to Playa Blanca & Isla Baru: Cartagena, Colombia’s Island Paradise ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
Cartagena, Colombia is one of the most photogenic cities in the world. Around every corner there's a 400-year old cathedral, a colorful mural, a balcony laden with flowers, or a rainbow-colored street. We've taken several trips to Cartagena and find … about The 10 Most Instagrammable Places in Cartagena, Colombia ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
Lima, Peru is a giant, bustling sea-side city, full of delicious food, beautiful parks, stunning art and rich culture. During our year-long honeymoon, we spent 2 weeks in Lima, which allowed us to do things like befriend every cat in Kennedy Park, … about The Ultimate Self-Guided Free Walking Tour: Lima, Peru ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
It's no secret that Jeremy and I love Minca, Colombia, a tiny town perched up in the Sierra Nevada mountains overlooking Santa Marta on the northern Caribbean coast of Colombia. We've been back to visit multiple times (Lia: 3x, Jeremy: 2x, and … about The Best Minca Hostel: Casa Loma in Minca, Colombia ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
The Galapagos Islands, located off the coast of Ecuador in South America, are a bucket list destination. From the clear turquoise water and white sand beaches to the incredible variety of unique animals and happy, ecologically protected … about Essential Galapagos Packing List: What to Pack for the Galapagos Islands ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
Carnival. Street parties. Christ the Redeemer. Samba. Soccer. Beaches. Rio de Janeiro is a megacity and it’s got it all. (That’s not a dumb millennial word I made up, it really is called a megacity). Rio de Janeiro has a ton of distinct … about The Ultimate Self-Guided Walking Tour of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil ..read more
Practical Wanderlust » South America
2y ago
Ancient ruins from a magnificent kingdom. Mountains rising over a lush, fertile valley. Colorfully dressed llamas. Welcome to tiny Ollantaytambo, Peru, a mouthful of a town with its own enormous archaeological site, but forever overlooked next to … about 10 Things to do in Ollantaytambo, Peru: The Ultimate Guide to Ollantaytambo ..read more