Travelogues South America
Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Chile, the magic of the continent.
South America is, for me, the continent of powerful emotions: the Andes in Peru, the Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia, the Caribbean coast of Colombia, the deserts of Chile. My South America travelogues are pure inspiration for all those seeking something extraordinary.
Ilha Grande: Beaches, Hikes & Tips for the Dream Island
Ilha Grande in Brazil: getting there from Rio, Lopes Mendes, snorkelling and hikes, with costs, when to visit and tips from my trip.
October 2026Colombia Travel Report: Cartagena, Medellín & Coffee Region Tips
Colombia travel report: Bogotá, Cartagena and Playa Blanca with local prices, safety tips and a suggested itinerary for Medellín and the coffee region.
December 2024Brazil Costa Verde: Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty
Costa Verde: an eight-day rental car trip from Rio to São Paulo with stops on Ilha Grande, in Paraty and São Sebastião.
May 2024Carnival in Rio de Janeiro: Samba, Beaches & Sambódromo
Carnival in Rio de Janeiro: the Sambadrome, ticket prices, street parties and how to experience the parades without a tour group.
May 2024Rio de Janeiro Travel Report: Copacabana, Sugarloaf Mountain & Christ the Redeemer
Rio de Janeiro for first-time visitors: Copacabana, Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, with prices, safety tips and an itinerary.
February 2024Peru Travel Tips: Costs, Route & Practical Info
Practical planning for Peru: costs, route, exchange rate, food and the things nobody explains before your first day.
January 2024Puno & Lake Titicaca: Peru Travel Report
Puno and Lake Titicaca: the floating Uros Islands, sleeping on the reeds and getting there from Cusco.
January 2024Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: 5 Days Hiking in Peru
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: five days, 4.630 metres above sea level, prices, equipment and how tough the stages really are.
December 2023Cusco Travel Report: Inca Capital, Rainbow Mountain & Tips
Cusco as the Inca capital: Rainbow Mountain, the salt terraces of Maras, the tourist ticket and tips for altitude sickness.
December 2023Paracas & Huacachina: Desert Oasis in Peru
Paracas and Huacachina: a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, dune buggy rides and sandboarding in Peru’s desert oasis.
December 2023Lima Travel Report: Peru’s Capital Between Cuisine & Culture
Lima between cuisine and culture: markets, the water show at Parque de la Reserva, prices for food and accommodation.
October 2023Paraguay Travel Report: Asunción, Jesuit Ruins & Tips
Paraguay off the beaten path: Asunción, the Jesuit ruins and what you need to know about entry requirements, vaccinations and costs.
September 2023São Paulo Travel Report: Tips & Highlights for Brazil’s Megacity
São Paulo as a starting point in Brazil: five megacity highlights, prices, exchange rates and tips for finding your way around.
August 2023South America campaign planned?
I am always open to collaborations in South America (tourism boards, hotels, lodges).