Quito, the capital of Ecuador, is a high-altitude city (2,850m or 9,350 ft) nestled in the Andes Mountains. It’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. Quito and overall Ecuador is a hidden gem that I had a very unforgettable time in. I loved it so much! I visited around August […]
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Bogotá is the capital city of Colombia, it is the first ever city I visited in Latin America (LATAM) in Aug 2022.
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I visited Lima in January 2023, it is a special city. It has this beautiful looking cliff (Costa Verde) in the Chorrillos neighbourhood near the Miraflores neighbourhood, which is a highly-developed, clean and safe area with lots of modern facilities. But away from this area, it reminded me a lot of the less-developed areas in
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This place needs no introduction, it is Machu Picchu after all, one of the new seven wonders of the world. I visited this place in Dec 2022, when Peru had mass protests against the government. I had already booked my tickets so I was like, screw it, I am gonna go. Guess what, the whole
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I spent a few days in Cusco before Machu Picchu. It is probably the top 2 most famous cities in Peru, the other being Lima. I visited this city in Dec 2022 and spent a good week there. It is high up in the mountains so, be prepared for high altitude sickness. Is Cusco worth
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In Dec 2022, I visited this vast, wild expanse at the southern tip of South America. Patagonia is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, ranging from towering mountains and expansive glaciers to serene lakes and lush forests. I discovered not only the region’s unparalleled natural beauty but also its rich culinary legacy. Is Patagonia worth going?
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“Paris of South America” – I didn’t come up with this, it is the nickname of Buenos Aires. Seriously, when I first landed there I thought this place is in Europe. The architecture, the food, the people even (a lot more white population). Argentina is the second country in my 2022 year end backpacking trip.
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This is my second stop in my 2 months LATAM trip back in Dec 2022. I was so very surprised by the sheer size of this city, and how similar this city is to Singapore/ other big asian city. São Paulo is bigger than the population of New York City and is the economic capital
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil was the first destination of my 2 month Latin America travel in Dec 2022. It had been on my bucket list for the longest time because I have heard so much about the Brazilian Churrasco (BBQ), and I have a few Brazilian friends too. Fun fact Brazil was the only country
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