Tierra del Fuego is a land of captivating extremes—a place where rugged landscapes, shifting borders, and rich wildlife intersect with historical legacies and environmental challenges. Our journey across the “End of the World” showcased an unforgettable blend of natural beauty, cultural depth, and enduring frontier spirit that defines this unique region.
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San Pedro de Atacama – Oasis in the World’s Driest Desert
San Pedro de Atacama presents a captivating blend of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and awe-inspiring landscapes. Despite the harsh desert climate, it offers a rich, unforgettable experience, from high-altitude adventures to stargazing under pristine skies.
Continue readingGuatemala – Mayan Heritage dominated by Towering Volcanoes
Guatemala with its intricate blend of Mayan heritage, Spanish colonial architecture, and natural beauty dominated by towering volcanoes, Guatemala presents such a varied experience in one of the most interesting countries in the Americas.
Continue readingEl Salvador – Transformation and Renewal
Since 2007, El Salvador has remarkably transformed, with efficient border crossings and improved safety, especially in San Salvador’s historic center. Highlights include the impactful Iglesia El Rosario, local bus travel to coastal La Libertad for surfing, and the charming town of Suchitoto, known for its colonial beauty and artisanal indigo textiles.
Continue readingNicaragua – Revolution and Colonial Cities
From San Jose an early morning Tica Bus to Granada, Nicaragua. The bus journey was quite long and border crossings in Central America seem to take much longer than those in South America. Leaving Costa …
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From Panama, we crossed the land border into Costa Rica and made our way to the capital San Jose, arriving just after 10 in the evening. Despite looking relatively small on the map, distances can …
Continue readingFrench Guiana 🇬🇫
OverviewOur Dragoman journey 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, French Guiana …
Continue readingSuriname 🇸🇷 – Unique Dutch Heritage set in Pristine Rainforests
Travel blog on Dragoman truck through Suriname: Nieuw Nickerie,
Paramaribo, Bigi Pans, Anaula
Guyana 🇬🇾 – Heart of South America’s Untamed Wilderness
Travel Blog to Guyana, Georgetown and Kaieteur Falls
Continue readingLeticia – The Amazon and Three Countries
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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