Machu Picchu – The grand finale of my trip in South America
Just two days before flying to Europe I made it to Machu Picchu, the iconic Inca citadel nestled in the Peruvian mountains. I had seen it in pictures. I had heard about it. …
Two awesome hikes in Huascaran, an area of breathtaking beauty
Huascaran National Park is a place of stunning beauty in the Central Cierra, the mountainous region in the centre of Peru. …
Baños – the adventure capital of Ecuador
What a great day!
Baños is a fairly small town in Ecuador and it’s a great place do go hiking and do adventure activities. Although it’s really touristy, with one agency next to another I liked it. …
Exploring the town of Otavalo and its surroundings
Otavalo is a fairly small town north of Quito, the capital of Ecuador. It is famous for its artisan market and is also a good place to stay if you are planning to go to Laguna Cuicocha. …
Biking down the Death Road
One of the best days while travelling in Bolivia was the one when I went on a bike ride down the Yungas road, also known as the Death Road or, in Spanish, Ruta de la Muerte. …
How I was mugged in Valparaiso
When I was visiting the Chilean seaside city of Valparaiso I went on a free walking tour of the city. The more I travel the more I prefer exploring nature to cities, but Valparaiso is a fascinating city. …