South America

Exterior view of Miguel Torres winery in Curicó, Chile with lush greenery and vineyard surroundings.

Miguel Torres Curicó: Honest Guide to Vineyard Tour, Tasting & Restaurant (2026)

Miguel Torres in Curicó was Chile's first foreign-owned winery, and the vineyard tour, tasting, and on-site restaurant make for one of the best full days out in the valley. Here's a full breakdown of the ...
Serene vineyard with a stone pathway and leafless trees in a rural setting in Miguel Torres Curicó.

How To Visit Curicó: An Honest Guide to Chile’s Iconic Wine Valley (2026)

Curicó doesn't get the tourist footfall of Casablanca or Maipo, but it's home to the winery that changed how Chile makes wine, plus the country's biggest harvest festival. Here's how to get there, where to ...
Red wine glass with bottles at Bodegas RE winery in Casablanca Valley.

Bodegas RE: The Casablanca Valley Winery Not To Be Skipped

Everything worth knowing about Bodegas RE in Chile's Casablanca Valley: a family winery making wine in clay pots the old way, nine generations deep, with private tastings that skip the big-bus crowds. Tour options, prices, ...
Cityscape of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar with colorful rooftops and ocean in the background.

Valparaíso Day Trip: Group Tour vs Private Guide vs DIY

I've done this trip once on a chaotic group tour (that turned into a DIY) and once with a private guide, and the difference was night and day. Here's the honest breakdown of group tour ...
Vibrant street art mural in Valparaíso with playful characters and bright colors.

Valparaíso & Viña del Mar: Ultimate 2026 Chile Coast Guide

I've done Valparaíso and Viña del Mar twice, once a chaotic waste of a day, once genuinely one of the best days I've had in Chile. Here's everything worth doing across both coastal cities: the ...
Pichidangui coastal area with clear blue sea, with mountains in the backdrop

Pichidangui, Chile: Ultimate Guide of Best Things to Do

A tiny beach town 2.5 hours from Santiago that barely registers on the tourist radar - and that's exactly the point. Stunning beaches that don't get overcrowded, sea lions from the pier, and a church ...
Huacachina desert oasis with pool and surrounding greenery.

Best Places to Stay in Huacachina: 3 Hotels Worth Your Time

Huacachina has a sea of accommodation options for such a tiny town. Many look very similar. But there are 3 that are absolutely worth your time, from budget to luxury - read about them here! ...
An ariel view of the Huacachina oasis in the middle of sand dunes

Things to Do in Huacachina: Every Activity Actually Worth It

Huacachina is more than a party town. Here's an honest guide to the best things to do in Huacachina, from dune buggies, sand boarding, and desert sunsets, to epic day trips and ultimate vineyard recommendations ...
A burger and fries served on a table with a beer in the background, the bun has Tiki Bar written on the top

Where to Eat in Huacachina: 5 Spots Actually Worth It

Overwhelmed by identical-looking restaurants and pisco options? Here's where to eat in Huacachina - an honest shortlist that covers every meal, from someone who has been around the food scene more than once ...
Beautiful La Caravedo vineyard and garden view at Ica Vineyards in sunny weather - a wedding event is being set up.

Ica Vineyards: Which Ones Are Worth It and How to Visit Yourself

Forget the chaotic 30-person tour buses. Here's which vineyards of Ica are actually worth it - Tacama and La Caravedo - and how to visit them yourself, at your own pace ...
Outdoor sports bar with TV showing a sports channel in Huacachina, Peru.

Where to Watch the World Cup in Huacachina, Peru

On the Peru trail and stuck on where to watch the World Cup in Huacachina? After three days catching games across the oasis, here are my three top spots - for big nights, chilled afternoons ...
Beautiful lake Titicaca landscape from the top of Amantani, with rolling hills and a small village in the foreground, under a colorful.

Amantani Island overnight stay: what it’s really like

Amantani Island has no hot water, no heating, and no roads. It also turned out to be the most memorable nights I’ve had while travelling Peru. Here’s what the overnight homestay is actually like, and ...

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