I’ve started writing this post then stopped and tucked it away several times. I’ve thought about deleting it completely because it’s a topic that is not only super subjective, but also pretty sensitive not just for me, but for lots of people. I write about personal stuff all the time on here but this is not […]
The Cost of Traveling in Patagonia (and How to Save)
Is it possible to visit Patagonia without breaking the bank? In a place full of both luxury hotels and plenty of camping spots, opportunities to hitchhike or take expensive scenic flights, and with paid tours or do-it-yourself options for the adventurous, it’s possible to do Patagonia on all kinds of budgets. I was more on the […]
Sailing the Incredible Apostle Islands Sea Caves
Picture this: It’s one of those nights when the moon rises and everyone says, “wow!” because even though we’ve all seen it countless times before, that night it just managed to look super, mega, cartoonishly huge. I had never seen a moon that big before as it rises. The sun was setting exactly opposite to the […]
Easter Island Insider Tips: How to Plan Your Trip and Save Money
Do you dream of traveling to Easter Island? Are you in search of that humbling feeling that overcomes you as you stand and marvel at the giant Moai statues, towering above us mere mortals? When I went there in April of this year, that’s most certainly what I was after. It really is as incredible as I always thought it […]
The Best of Camping in the San Pedro de Atacama Desert, Chile
The San Pedro de Atacama desert in Northern Chile is famous for a few good reasons: It’s the driest desert in the world, has some of the best viewing for stars in the night sky, and it’s full of otherworldly-looking canyons, lakes, and landmarks. Though there are tours to all of the major sites, they lack […]