Road Trip Around Ecuador: A Local Shares His Advice
An friend from work who grew up in Ecuador emailed me his tips for the perfect road trip. They were so good, I decided to share.
Destinations
10 Years Since Our First Trip to Colombia, Much Has Changed
We visited Colombia first in 2013, when tourism was still in its infancy. In following visits we witness the country’s transformation (mostly) for the better.
15 Times I Said “Wow, That’s a First!” in Bolivia
At the age of forty, experiencing something fresh can be rare. That is, unless you plan to travel to Bolivia. Here are fifteen “first evers.”
When the Water Runs Dry: Bolivia’s Struggle With Scarcity
Visiting areas of water scarcity in South America, and specifically Bolivia, has underscored the value of the “liquid gold” that sustains all life.
A Self-Guided Tour of Torres del Paine With Little Kids
With a 3-year old, three-day hiking expeditions are out of the question. This post describes some child-friendly hikes in Chile’s Torres del Paine park.
6 Recommendations For a Family Day In Sucre, Bolivia
Sucre is a wonderful place to just wander and discover things on your own. But if you’re looking for some pointers that your kids are sure to love, read on.
Permaculture, Conspiracy and Dog Politics in Rural Bolivia
We expected our time in Bolivia to be a cultural experience. But we didn’t expect to be immersed in dog society — or an emerging brand of green conservatism.
My Altitude Experience at the Border of Bolivia
Oliver, our nine-year-old boy, recounts in his own words his difficult experience with altitude sickness while crossing into Bolivia.
From Ushuaia to Bogotá – Over, Around and Through the Andes
Before we laid eyes on it, the Andes already took on a mythic quality in our family’s imagination. Our transcontinental journey only deepens our respect.
Sickness and Unpreparedness Upend Plans at Bolivian Border
A child battles altitude sickness as we arrive at the Argentine-Bolivian border bridge without a visa. This is a story about the lowest point of our gap year.
