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Cairo, Egypt: Museums, Mosques, & Palaces
Less than 24 hours had passed since I arrived in Egypt, and I was already in complete awe of the historical scale of this incredible land. If you haven’t alread
What to Do in Cologne, Germany, in Two Days
I spent a couple of days in Cologne, Germany, during a larger trip that also took me through the Czech Republic. Though my time there was short, it was one of t
Is the Costanera Center Worth Visiting in Santiago?
It’s hard not to spot the Costanera Center in Santiago, Chile. It’s massive. So tall, in fact, that its Gran Torre is the tallest building in all of South Ameri
Exploring Pucón, Chile: Volcanoes, Forests, & Lakes
Any place with snow-capped volcanoes and emerald-green forests is sure to catch my attention, and Pucón, Chile, was no exception. I’d heard friends rave about P
Glacier Exploration: A Summit Attempt on Volcán San José
The snowstorm that had surprised our small expedition group the previous afternoon had left a blanket of snow on the mountain that glistened in the morning sunl
Inside the MUT: Santiago, Chile’s Modern Urban Market
It didn’t take long after my arrival in Santiago before I started hearing about a place called the “MUT” that was, in 2025, capturing the attention of Santiago
What Is Sanhattan? Exploring Santiago’s Modern Core
If you go to Santiago but you only go to “Santiago Centro,” where popular sights like Plaza de Armas and Palacio La Moneda are, you might be shocked, like I was
Parque Yerba Loca: Day Hiking Near Santiago, Chile
When I first moved to Santiago, Chile, I started hearing about one particular natural park over and over: Parque Yerba Loca. Hikers and nature enthusiasts would
4 Reasons Chile Keeps Pulling Me Back
When I first arrived in Santiago, Chile, I landed without a checklist, without a plan, without knowing how long I’d stay—or if I’d stay at all. And those first
On the Carretera Austral: Puerto Montt to Hornopirén, Chile
In the middle of the festive season of Fiestas Patrias, Chile’s Independence Day, which is celebrated on September 18th, my brother joins me in Santiago all the
Lollapalooza Chile in Santiago: My Festival Experience
Being from the U.S., I always knew about the Lollapalooza musical festival that happens every year in Chicago. But I didn’t realize there was also a Lollapalooz
A Guide for English-Speaking Expats Living in Chile
Thinking of putting some roots down in one of South America's most stable and diverse countries, Chile? Or have you just moved down? If you're an English-speaki
Luxor, Egypt: Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Dendera Complex
Luxor was my second major stop in Egypt, and after cramming as many iconic sites as possible into the past couple of days in Cairo, I was in full travel-mode up
Plaza de Mulas: Inside Aconcagua’s High-Altitude Base Camp
At 4,370m (14,337 ft), Plaza de Mulas is more than just a camp on Aconcagua, the mountain in Argentina known as the “Rooftop of the Americas.” It’s a temporary
Vineyards & Valleys: Adventures in Mendoza, Argentina
Ready to find out why I keep coming back to Mendoza? Hint: It’s not just wine country. Mendoza, Argentina, is a beautiful city just east of the Andes mountains.
4 Hidden Gems in Providencia, Chile
When I first arrived in Santiago, Chile, I was overwhelmed by the vastness of this urban jungle. Comunas full of distinct neighborhoods, vibes, and attractions
A Hidden Gem Near Santiago, Chile: Hiking Cerro Abanico
The mountains surrounding Santiago, Chile, are a hiker’s paradise. I’ve been hiking multiple times a month for over a year now, and it baffles me that there are
Santiago, Chile Nightlife: Rooftop Drinks to Underground Dancing
When an old friend visits my beloved city of Santiago, Chile, I feel obligated to be a good host. And in this lively city, it’s all too easy to have a night of
What It’s Like to Climb Aconcagua, Rooftop of the Americas
I situate my goggles snuggly over my eyes before unzipping the outer layer of our tent, and I brace myself for the icy wind. We’ve been snowed in all day, and t
Potrerillos, Mendoza: A Weekend Escape into the Andes
One moment, you’re driving through a winding road with dry mountain scenery on all sides. Then, you pass through a tunnel…and everything changes. Blue waters st