Question from a reader: staying safe in South America

Question from a reader: staying safe in South America

A friend and reader I’ll call T.D. writes in: I’ve read some almost unbelievable stories on those Quito and Cuenca FB groups regarding what seems to be rampant petty crime, and more. You’re an extensive traveler and I know you’re savvy (and you’ve just been in...

How to renew your US passport in Bogota, Colombia

Once a decade, an event comes along that you can’t miss… No, really, you can’t miss it. So many problems if you do. Despite the typical bureaucracy found in most embassies, I’m happy to report things are straightforward for the most part. A quick disclaimer: the...
Destination: El Piedra, the big rock with 740 steps to climb

Destination: El Piedra, the big rock with 740 steps to climb

Or as I like to call it, one big damn rock. Also called la Piedra del Peñol (“the rock of Guatape”) or Peñon de Guatapé, la Piedra (“the Stone”) is one of the main attractions in Guatape, a daytrippable excursion from Medellin. Spend the night in Guatape if you like,...

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