daytrip
The best spots to see moai on Easter Island
All along the shores of Easter Island you can see groups of the famous moai standing fiercely and shining in the sun. Most of the time they’re facing the hills, showing
Hiking the crater of Rano Kau on Easter Island
WHAT: A hike around the crater of Rano Kau, the biggest volcano of Easter Island + a visit to the ancient village of Orongo WHERE: Just outside the little town
Rano Raraku: the birthplace of the moai on Easter Island
WHAT: A visit to the quarry where all of the moai were constructed on Easter Island WHERE: On the eastern side of the island, some 30 minutes by car from
PHOTOS: The street art and street dogs of Valparaíso, Chile
If I had to describe Valparaíso in two words I’d say: murals and quiltros (street dogs). The dogs are so loyal that if you give food to them they’ll basically
A road trip through the Andes around Uspallata, Argentina
If you’re planning on visiting Mendoza you really just HAVE to go to the Andes. I mean, it’s one thing to see those gorgeous Andean backdrops from the city center,
Exploring the gaucho town of San Antonio de Areco, Argentina
Just a two-hour drive from Buenos Aires will bring you right to the empty lands of San Antonio de Areco. The key word in here is that iconic Argentinian figure,
Cruising around Buenos Aires by bike
WHAT: A half a day on a bike in Buenos Aires with Luana of Bikes and Bites BA WHERE: Cruising around the many neighbourhoods of Palermo and along the Costanera
An autumn hike through the urban oasis of Mendoza, Argentina
WHAT: A walk in the Parque General San Martin, in the city of Mendoza WHERE: East of the city. As it’s only 2,5 km from Plaza Independencia, it’s easy to
A day trip to the quaint town of Pisac, Peru
Although it’s tempting to remain in the historic, cobblestoned centre of Cusco for days, promise not to forget that the nearby Sacred Valley has a lot to offer too. So
PHOTOS: A multiple day hike around the stunning Colca Canyon
Nestled in the Andean highlands of Peru is Colca Canyon, the second deepest canyon of the Americas. If you think that the Grand Canyon is impressive, you’ll for sure love
Komodo: the Indonesian island of dragons
If you’re used to seeing lizards like this ↓ Then seeing them like this ↓, will probably impress you big time The komodo dragon of Komodo
A day at the lovely lakes of Guatapé, Colombia
If you’re in Medellin, visiting the region of Guatapé is a real must. Originally Guatapé used to be situated somewhere else, but the city was relocated to higher grounds due
