12 Things San Francisco Taught Us
San Francisco is one of the coolest cities in the country. Often times, I forget that this country has so many odds and ends to explore. These are 12 Things San Francisco Taught Us during our lovely visit. 1 San Francisco is only about 112 years old!!! In 1906 a huge earthquake damaged the city. Fires […]
San Francisco’s Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Island or The Rock as it’s known locally is a small fortified island just over a mile from the shores of San Francisco. Its history is steep in American folklore. Today, the island is one of the most visited sites in the country. -And for good reason. Bit of History The Spanish explorer, Juan […]
Darien Gap Crisis
Stranded Migrants in the Darien Gap Crisis Colombia The Darien Gap is the stretch of no man’s land between Panama and Colombia. A 66 mile long stretch of mountains, jungle, marsh and swampland. This area is said to be too difficult and costly to produce roads or infrastructure in the region. Where it All Began […]
7 Reasons to Visit Capurgana
To Visit Capurgana…or not to Visit Capurgana? This is one of those places you rarely hear about. Just far enough out of the way that most travelers scratch the village off of the “to do list”. But, just close enough to consider lacing up your boots and starting out on the adventure. Sure, it’s a […]
Carnaval de Barranquilla
Carnaval de Barranquilla Carnaval was a spur of the moment thing. I never planned on going, I wasn’t even supposed to be on the continent during the celebrations. My year long South America adventure was nearing its end. The idea of going back home was bitter-sweet. On one hand I missed my friends and family. […]