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Archive for category: South America
Rio de Janeiro can be a little overwhelming to the first time visitor, especially if you’re on your own and don’t speak Portuguese. Even though Rio is a large international city, don’t expect many people […]
You’ve probably heard of Cartagena, Bogotá, and possibly Medellin, but today I want to show you one of my favourite corners of Colombia: Salento and the Cocora Valley, located within the Zona Cafetera, which produces […]
If you’re dreaming of going to exotic Southeast Asia, or down-to-earth South America, you may be wondering where to start. Perhaps you feel intimidated by the thoughts of chaotic cities and strange languages. Or maybe […]
A few weeks ago, in my post 10 things I learned in Ecuador, I promised to explain why I wouldn’t retire in Cuenca. So here is the lowdown. According to International Living magazine, Cuenca is […]
Before I dive deep into planning my next big trip (Thailand and Burma, starting November 28), I want to reminisce a little about the last one: Ecuador. I spent three months in Ecuador last winter. […]
The Galapagos Islands are on many people’s bucket list, but everybody knows that travelling there is not cheap. This unique group of volcanic islands lies 1000 kilometres off the coast of Ecuador (to which they […]
Hi, I’m Marie! Welcome to BigTravelNut. Since 2013, my mission is to give YOU, the 40+ solo traveller, the means and inspiration to travel safely on your own, stray off the beaten path, and have unusual adventures, all without breaking the bank!
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