South America

Havana is Screaming

July 25, 2015 by Robert Schrader 23 Comments

Havana is a city on the cusp of change – and I’m not sure how I feel about that.

Salvador, My Savior

July 11, 2014 by Robert Schrader 4 Comments

After a tumultuous time in Rio and a tiring trek in the Lençóis Maranhenses, three days in charming Salvador, Brazil was just what the doctor ordered.

The One Place You Have to See Before You Die

July 5, 2014 by Robert Schrader 58 Comments

With miles of rolling sand dunes separated by colored lakes, capped off by the bluest skies you’ve ever seen, Brazil’s Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is the ultimate bucket list destination.

Three Perfect Days in Cartagena

May 15, 2013 by Robert Schrader 14 Comments

Traveling to Cartagena, Colombia? Here’s how to spend three days in Cartagena, including beautiful beaches, history and an active volcano.

Ecotourism in Minca, Colombia

May 7, 2012 by Robert Schrader 21 Comments

Take a day trip from Santa Marta to Minca to trek through rainforest, swim at the base of a waterfall and take a tour of an organic, hydroelectric coffee farm.

Is South America Dangerous?

February 9, 2012 by Robert Schrader 25 Comments

Although I won’t attempt to discredit the popular notion that South America is a dangerous place to travel, I don’t think the threat to travelers like you and I is as dire as some would have you believe.

Reciprocity Fees in South America

January 17, 2012 by Robert Schrader 19 Comments

Unless you travel through South America exclusively overland as I did, there isn’t any way to avoid paying reciprocity fees, so build these dollar amounts into your travel budget before you depart.

How to Get a Brazil Tourist Visa in Lima

January 7, 2012 by Guest Blogger 33 Comments

This sage advice comes from inaugural guest poster Laura Yates, who works with SA Luxury Expeditions in Lima, Peru. After you read this entry, make sure and check out her site!

How to Get a Brazilian Visa in Buenos Aires

July 27, 2011 by Robert Schrader 104 Comments

Getting your Brazilian visa in Buenos Aires occupies a few hours of sightseeing time in the Argentine capital, but ensures you won’t get turned away at any Brazilian land or air borders for not having one.

All About Casual Sex in Brazil

June 3, 2011 by Robert Schrader 37 Comments

Casual sex isn’t at all a taboo in Brazil. And trust me: When a taboo is lifted, you’ll be amazed at the kinds of things you do.

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