After travelling through Yunnan and Chongqing, we boarded a high-speed train from mainland China and crossed into Hong Kong. The transition was fascinating. Within a few hours, the futuristic megacities and mountain landscapes of inland China gave way to one of the world’s most iconic urban skylines. With just four days to explore, we focused
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China had been on our travel wishlist for years. We had heard stories about futuristic cities, dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient cultures and incredible food. Yet despite all the photos and videos we had seen online, nothing really prepared us for what we experienced during our journey through China. Over several weeks, we travelled through some
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Machu Picchu is one of the most iconic destinations in the world, but visiting it doesn’t have to break the bank. We experienced the epic Salkantay Trek and explored Machu Picchu during the low season, so the trails and Aguas Calientes weren’t crowded. Keep in mind that last-minute deals or tickets can be very hard
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After Peru, we crossed into Bolivia with surprisingly low expectations. We honestly didn’t know much about the country at all. Our only real goals were visiting the Uyuni salt flats and crossing the Atacama Desert into Chile. That was it. Little did we know that Bolivia would completely flip our trip upside down. We ended
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From Ecuador, we continued our backpacking journey to Peru, one of the main goals of our entire Latin American trip. Big mountains, legendary food, ancient history, and raw adventure. But Peru didn’t exactly welcome us gently. Here’s our Peru backpacking itinerary, told place by place — from surf towns and desert cities to high Andean
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We came with backpacks and no plan.Ecuador gave us volcanoes, altitude, and a new perspective on life. 🇪🇨 Ecuador Travel Guide – Quick Overview Ecuador is one of South America’s most diverse and compact travel destinations, making it perfect for backpackers, hikers, and adventure seekers. This Ecuador backpacking itinerary with carry-on only covers everything from
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In Colombia, Latin America stopped being an ideaand became real. Colombia is located in northwestern South America, bordered by both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. It’s one of the continent’s most diverse countries, known for its Andean mountains, coffee regions, tropical rainforests, and vibrant cities. In recent years, Colombia has become one of
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2.5 Months in Latin America With Carry-On Only Five countries. Two backpacks.Everything else, we figured out on the way. We spent 2.5 months in Latin America with carry-on only, traveling through five countries with everything we needed on our backs. No checked luggage, no Spanish, no real plan — just curiosity, flexibility, and a lot
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In October 2024, we set off on a short but intense road trip through Oman, a land of golden deserts, rugged mountains, and timeless traditions. From wandering the historic alleys of Nizwa to chasing sunsets in Wahiba Sands and swimming in turquoise wadis, our journey was a whirlwind of raw beauty and warm hospitality. This blog captures the highlights of our adventure, perfect for anyone planning a road trip through Oman.
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From ancient Petra to the vast Wadi Rum desert, our 2024 Jordan journey was raw, real, and unforgettable. Travel tips, stories, and must-know advice inside.
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