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Read this Before You Visit Tayrona National Park, Colombia!

If the idea of escaping into a place where lush jungles meet pristine beaches excites you, then Tayrona National Park should be on your travel list. Nestled along Colombia’s northern Caribbean coast, this magical corner of the world feels like stepping into a dream. Imagine walking along golden sands framed by turquoise waters, hearing the […]

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Here are ten unforgettable things to do in Medellin, Colombia, that capture its irresistible soul.

10 Unforgettable Things to Do in Medellin, Colombia

Tucked into the lush Aburrá Valley, Medellin is a city that pulses with color, rhythm, and reinvention. Once known for its turbulent past, today, it’s a place of transformation, where modern innovation meets the warm Colombian spirit. Imagine sipping coffee on a sunlit terrace surrounded by emerald mountains, riding cable cars that glide above vibrant […]

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Salsa Dancing Benefits: Boost Mood, Balance & Cognitive Health After 50

Salsa has a rhythm that can wake your soul before your feet even hit the dance floor. The music pulses, the hips sway, and suddenly, a simple step feels like liberation. From vibrant nightclubs to sunlit plazas, salsa is more than a dance; it’s a celebration of life, movement, and connection. Each beat carries a […]

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Somoloco Salsa & Culture Immersion

I arrived in Medellin on Sunday and immediately breathed a sigh of relief. I knew immediately that my experience with the Somoloco salsa immersion would be much different than my prior three days in Santa Marta where traveling as a solo blonde American was difficult – I don’t speak Spanish, and no one there spoke […]

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12 Best Places to Visit in Peru

From once-buried pre-Hispanic ruins to sky-high mountaintop cities filled with history and culture, lush jungles, gastronomy, and friendly locals, Peru will amaze all your senses simultaneously. Add to that its affordable prices, and you will want to add these best places to visit in Peru to your bucket list! INSIDER TIP: If you are looking […]

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Best Hikes in Peru Sacred Valley – For Every Level

“Way up there?” I asked Silver Ballón, our guide, who was pointing to the seemingly vertical 13,000 ft. summit. “Don’t worry. You don’t have to go all the way up. There are amazing views all along the way.” he replied. I immediately thought it was a trick.  And it was, but the very best kind. […]

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Delfin Amazon Cruise: Crazy Adventure on the Amazon River

I stepped back into the dark brown muck and leaned on the tree behind me to get a better photo of the anaconda slithering in my direction. I was motionless for a mere two seconds when Ericson Pinedo, our local naturalist on the Delfin Amazon Cruise, jerked me back by my arm and quickly snatched […]

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10 Life-Changing Things to Do in Cusco. Brace Yourself for #8.

Once the capital of the Inca Empire, this vibrant colonial city cradled by the rugged Peruvian Andes is a magnificent fusion of ancient vs. modern.  Tourists who travel to South America’s most famous and most visited draw, Machu Picchu, inevitably start in Cusco but are soon seduced by the well-preserved UNESCO World Heritage city and […]

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Inca Trail Hike and Other Journeys in Peru’s Sacred Valley

“Way up there?” I asked Silver Ballón, our guide, who was pointing up to the 13,000 ft. summit. “Don’t worry. You don’t have to go all the way up. There are amazing views all along the way.” he replied. I immediately thought it was a trick.  And it was, but the very best kind. Few […]

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Tour Cartagena for a Memorable South American Trip

Cartagena is irresistible, beckoning travelers with its diversity of sights from 16th-century stone walls, forts, plazas, and palm-lined Caribbean beaches, to the chic, frenetic urban city –enticing unsuspecting visitors with its Bohemian vibe.  It’s so beautiful, you’ll want to tour Cartagena the first chance you get! I wished I could have stayed longer to explore […]

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