Remember Costa Rica 25 years ago? That raw surf culture, the dirt-road villages, the hammock hostels on the beach where morning yoga meant clearing sand off your mat? That version of Costa Rica has moved north. Nicaragua is where the real adventure is now. If Costa Rica has become the boutique, yoga-brunch version of itself, Nicaragua is its barefoot younger sibling—still wild, still wandering, still figuring it all out. And for some of us, that’s exactly the kind of place we want to be.

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It was a bright and early morning in Otavalo, Ecuador, as Balti and I embarked on our journey to cross the Colombian border. We were filled with excitement, anticipation, and a healthy dose of trepidation. After all, border crossings are never easy, and we had heard plenty of stories about the perils of crossing into Colombia.

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Bogota is a bustling city with many neighborhoods to choose from, but one that stands out for its liveliness and convenience is Chapinero. Located in the heart of the city, Chapinero is a great option for those looking to live in a central location with access to a variety of restaurants, cafes, and nightlife options.

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Colombia is a country full of surprises, with hidden gems that go beyond the popular tourist destinations of Cartagena, Tayrona, Medellin, and Bogota. If you're looking to explore Colombia off the beaten path, there are plenty of options to choose from, including the Bucaramanga region.

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Colombia is a beautiful country with two contrasting coastlines - the Pacific and the Caribbean. Both of these coasts offer unique experiences for travelers, and choosing between the two can be difficult if you have to. In this blog post, we'll compare the Colombian Pacific and Caribbean coasts, highlighting the pros and cons of each, to help you make the best decision for your next trip to Colombia.

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Frida Kahlo`s iconic style is easily recognizable - perhaps, the Mexican painter had the most recognizable personal style. Being a big fan of Kahlo`s art - and her clothing is definitely a part of it - I was quite happy to find a temporary exhibition, devoted to Frida Kahlo`s style in Frida`s Blue House in Mexico City.

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Let´s say, you are currently in the South of Mexico, Puerto Rico or the Philippines or in any other place where you cross at least one cacao tree full of cacao pods per day. Would you like to make cocoa powder for top quality brownies and hot chocolate? Here is what you have to know:

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