My first week back home in Columbus was spent putting things away (not that I had much stuff to put away), buying necessities, and meeting up with friends. Overall, it has been an easy transition with little stress. (Yes, I am aware that the real transition will happen when I enter the corporate world again.) […]
Ambrosia: The Tarijeño Breakfast of Champions
On the morning we started the Valle de Los Cóndores hike, Vicente introduced us to the traditional breakfast drink of the Tarijeños (people of Tarija). Ambrosia When he grabbed the bottle of Singani, a locally-produced liquor that tastes like rubbing alcohol and paint thinner, I was worried and already thinking of excuses to not try […]
Photo Essay: Eclectic Cemetery of Sucre
I have a small obsession with cemeteries. I always, always, always visit the local cemetery when I get to a new town. I prefer the small town cemeteries in Latin America because they are simple and colorful. You get the feeling that people visit their loved ones much more frequently because the graves are always […]
Tarabuco, Bolivia: More Than a Cheap Sunday Market
When I arrived in Sucre, I quickly figured out that the thing to do on Sunday is go to the Tarabuco market. I heard that the fruits and veggies are cheap, and you can buy tejidos (weavings) and those ugly sweaters all the backpackers in Bolivia are wearing. Although it is easy to take a […]
Foto of the Week from … Buenos Aires: Confiteria El Molino
Confiteria El Molino Located next to the Palacio de Congreso, Confiteria Molino has an interesting story. I had seen this interesting, historical building before but did not know the story behind it. Until I went on a tour with BAnecdoTour. Molino means “mill” in Spanish. This cafe used to be located a block away. […]
Foto of the Week from … Buenos Aires: A Dark Past
One of the most important things about understanding the culture in Argentina, specifically Buenos Aires, is recognizing some of the dark events that unfolded here not too long ago. This photo is a memorial plaque for one of the people who was killed by the police during the December 2002 rebellion, which was in response […]
Back in Latin America Again
Although I was pleasantly surprised by Santiago and stayed longer than I planned, it’s time to move on to the next destination. Valparaíso is a place I have been looking forward to experiencing. I heard it has a funky vibe and amazing graffiti art. True and true. What surprised me the most was that I […]
Celebrating Summer in Valdivia
I love cities that have lots of festivals. It is one of the reasons I love my hometown of Columbus, Ohio. When I discovered there would be 4 festivals going on during my stay in Valdivia, I was thrilled. And the best part… They all involve food! Feria de Chocolate I spotted the huge advertising […]
Slowing Down in Chiloé
I get the impression from talking to other travelers I have met that most people come to Chiloé Island to visit the National Park. I am done trekking and camping for a while, so that is not on my itinerary. I found that Chiloé is a pleasant place to relax and enjoy something a little different. The […]
Beware the Sex-Crazed Troll in Chiloe
One of the few things I knew about Chiloe before arriving is that they like mythology. And the mythology seems to place a big emphasis on sex. Meet the Trauco As written on the sign next to this statue: “The Trauco, seducer of maidens, is a deformed and repugnant dwarf. His clothing is made of […]
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