Our Travel Journey: Latin America & Beyond
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The Amazon Delta, spanning the region between Macapá and Belém, is a vast network of rivers, islands, and mangroves that forms one of the world’s largest river deltas. This intricate landscape teems with wildlife and showcases the immense biodiversity of the Amazon, offering a unique glimpse into the remote and water-bound communities of northern Brazil.
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Our Dragoman journey from Suriname, next took us across the Maroni River by ferry to and into French Guiana at Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, the final leg of the trip through the Guianas. Despite being in South America, …
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Travel blog on Dragoman truck through Suriname: Nieuw Nickerie,
Paramaribo, Bigi Pans, Anaula
Travel Blog to Guyana, Georgetown and Kaieteur Falls
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Manaus, the largest city in the Amazon Basin, blends modernity, history, and nature at the confluence of the Rio Negro and Amazon River. Its iconic sites like Teatro Amazonas and thriving markets offer a gateway to the rainforest and showcase its enormous biodiversity.
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Leticia, Colombia, serves as a dynamic gateway to the Amazon, where Colombia, Brazil, and Peru converge. From boat trips on the Amazon River to encountering indigenous wildlife, pink dolphins, and vibrant parakeets in Parque Santander, this frontier town offers a rich blend of culture, nature, and adventure deep within the rainforest.
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After a long bus journey from Medellín we arrived in Cartagena on the Caribbean coast to complete the South American leg of the Pan American Highway all the way from the end of the world …
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Medellín’s story is one of rebirth. From its dark days as the epicentre of the drug trade, it has risen to become a city of innovation and culture. With iconic sculptures and street art.
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The Zona Cafetera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Colombia, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and coffee production. Colonial towns like Salento and Manizales showcase vibrant culture and architecture. Tourism and sustainable practices are growing, but the region faces environmental challenges like deforestation and climate change affecting coffee yields.
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Popayán, Colombia, dubbed the “White City,” is renowned for its colonial architecture and historical significance. The city’s rich history, marked by its role in the Spanish Empire and intellectual prominence, is reflected in its notable churches and landmarks. Its economy thrives on education, agriculture, and tourism.
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