Author: Summer
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How to use the Louage System in Tunisia: A Complete Guide
The best form of public transport in Tunisia is the louage, which is basically a shared taxi/minibus with between 7 and 9 passengers. Read more
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Tango in Buenos Aires: Everything You Need to Know
If you find yourself at loose end for something to do after dark in Buenos Aires, going to a tango show is something I can highly recommend. I fully caught the tango bug in Buenos Aires and ended up attending two tango shows during my short time there. Based on my experiences and observations at… Read more
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Blue Dollar in Argentina : Everything You Need to Know!
As tourists, we have a way to play the system, it’s called the blue dollar. There is an official exchange rate for US dollars and an unofficial exchange rate, which is almost double the official exchange rate. This basically means that you can almost double your money by first exchanging it from US dollars. Read more
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Easter Island: A 5-Day Whistlestop Itinerary
Easter Island can be an expensive place to visit however you can save pennies by cutting your trip from the traditional 7 days to 5 days instead. We packed everything into 5 days easily without breaking the bank, it just takes a little forward thinking and planning to cram all the following activities in. Check… Read more
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Uyuni Salt Flats Tour: Tips & Advice
If you’re thinking about booking a tour to the Uyuni Salt Flats then keep reading for insider info! Read more
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Isla Del Sol & Copacabana: The Best Itinerary from La Paz
I really recommend spending at least one night on the Isla del Sol. We didn’t do this and really had to rush to pack everything into one day. Here is an ideal itinerary based on the mistakes we made. Read more
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Galapagos Islands: Tips & Advice for Budget Travelers
Can you visit Galapagos on the cheap? A resounding hell yeah! We were unsure about visiting Galapagos at first due to the prohibitive-looking costs involved. However after a lot of research we found that it’s way cheaper to DIY-it on Galapagos instead of joining a tour or casting away on eye-wateringly expensive cruises. Read more
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Galapagos Islands – The Best 7-Day Itinerary for Budget Travelers
Our 7-day Galapagos itinerary is perfect for independent travellers wanting to see as much as possible while minimising unnecessary costs. Read more
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Lost City Trek – a brutally honest review & top tips for surviving
We completed the Lost City Trek without training or proper footwear during the rainy season. Backpackers always ask me ‘is is worth it?’ – read on find out! Read more