30 Mar

Bolivia

Carnaval! So Much to Celebrate in Oruro, Bolivia

Have you ever celebrated Carnaval? Carnaval is a crazy, frenetic celebration featuring parades, street dancing, elaborate costumes, and music. It often occurs in February or...

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22 Mar

Bolivia

Salt in my Skin, the Salar de Uyuni; Bolivia

In my last post, I shared with you the incredible remote landscapes of Southwest Bolivia which I experienced during a 4-day tour. You may remember,...

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11 Mar

Bolivia

Surviving in the Altiplano of Southwest Bolivia

The stark, high-elevation region of northern Chile and southern Bolivia have always fascinated me. In my last trip across southern South America, I got a...

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04 Mar

Brazil

The Serra Verde Express, a Historic Train Ride Through Brazil’s Atlantic Forest

I like traveling by train. In the United States, I’ve used Amtrak extensively and when I’m in other countries, I look for opportunities to ride...

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22 Feb

Brazil

Exploring a Golden Connection in Ouro Preto, Tiradentes and Paraty, Brazil

As I was researching places to visit in Brazil, the green rolling hills of Minas Gerais called my attention. This state was, and still is,...

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12 Feb

Brazil

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Big Views, Big History, Big Beaches and a Bit of Bohemian Vibe

I made it to Rio! Rio de Janeiro! I mean, who wouldn’t be excited to come here? Well, me. Let’s get real for a moment....

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02 Feb

Ecuador

My Weekend in El Rosal, by Leti Usuay

If there’s one thing you all know about me, it’s that I like making friends. I’m intentional about this and as I move through the...

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23 Jan

Ecuador

Love and Family in Ecuador

This winter, as I continue my way down the South American continent, I took a month out of traveling to spend it with my Ecuadorian...

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17 Jan

Adventures of the Heart

Tough Girl Podcast Take Two!

At the risk of flooding my loyal readers with too much self-propaganda, I really don’t think this post was sent to everyone. That happens sometimes...

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13 Jan

Adventures of the Heart

I’m a Tough Girl Now!

Have you heard of the Tough Girl Podcast? It’s a great source for inspiration. Sarah Williams is a true adventurer out of England and for...

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