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One-Day Itinerary for Quito, Ecuador

Aside from the Galapagos Islands, you don't hear folks talking too much about visiting Ecuador. But the capital, Quito, which just so happens to be the oldest capital in South America (and the second highest capital in the world) is full of things to do. Its old town has even been deemed a UNESCO World…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMay 10, 20250Comments

Peru

Know Before You Go: Visiting Machu Picchu

One of my proudest accomplishments (and greatest flexes) is that I’ve solo traveled to all 7 wonders of the world. My very first one was Machu Picchu back in 2017, and in 2025, I had the honor of visiting for a second time. Between my two visits, there’s a lot I’ve learned to make a…

ByKaitlyn RosatiApril 13, 20250Comments

Argentina Brazil

Know Before You Go: Visiting Iguazu Falls (From Both Sides)

When I solo traveled to Brazil, everyone told me I was crazy. And when i told people I was going to Brazil in early January, aka high season, people said I was even crazier. But guess what? My "crazy ideas" are often my best ones, because my time in Brazil was epic, to say the…

ByKaitlyn RosatiOctober 28, 20240Comments

Panama

10 Things To Do On A Long Layover in Panama

When planning a trip to Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile, I knew I wanted to take advantage of a long layover somewhere in Central America on my way down. Copa Airlines offers an extended layover program in Panama City, and since they had the best flight options, that's the route I decided to take. I…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 23, 20231Comment

Argentina Uruguay

Tips On Taking The Ferry To Colonia Del Sacramento, Uruguay From Argentina

I had once heard that you can take a ferry to visit Uruguay from Argentina. This sounded like a bit of an intense experience, but I'm always down for adventures and ticking off new destinations in radical ways, like when I walked to Paraguay from Brazil. I thought the best day trip would be to…

ByKaitlyn RosatiFebruary 15, 20230Comments

Brazil Paraguay

The Friendship Bridge: How To Walk To Paraguay From Brazil

During the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, I, like the rest of the world, was bored at home, googling what I could be doing other than sitting in isolation. I started to plan a trip to South America, in my head, of course, since travel was not quite possible at that time. I wanted…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJanuary 29, 202311Comments

Argentina

One-Day Itinerary For Buenos Aires, Argentina

Buenos Aires, also known as the "Little Paris" of South America, is a city that cannot be missed when exploring the South American continent. Buenos Aires is a special city with a colorful atmosphere, some of the best cuisine on the continent, a bustling wine scene, and enough charm to keep the smiles contagious. While…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJanuary 26, 20232Comments

Brazil

9 Tips I Wish I Knew Before Solo Traveling To Brazil

Every time we travel to a new country, there are adventures to be had and lessons to be learned. Brazil overall required taking the same precautions I always take on a solo adventure, i.e. don't go out after dark, stay vigilant always, always leave my passport in a safe, and keep one credit card hidden…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJanuary 21, 20238Comments

Chile

One Day In Santiago, Chile

Most travelers head to Chile to explore the Atacama Desert, also known as the driest place on planet Earth, in the north. Perhaps, they use Chile as a way to migrate south before heading into Antarctica on the Drake Passage. However, when flying into Chile, it's likely that you'll have some time in Santiago. What's…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJanuary 14, 20235Comments

Brazil

Everywhere I Ate (And Drank) In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

I wasn't sure what to expect when it came to dining in Brazil. What I was met with once there, however, was a lovely surprise of delicious food, most notably, the best fruit I've ever had in my life. Cuisine in Brazil also won't break the bank, with most meals falling under $10. I spent…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJanuary 13, 20233Comments