Melina

Experience strategist turned travel writer. Melina has personally researched and visited every destination on this site across Japan, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand.
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Cabo San Juan beach area in Tayrona National Park
Colombia

How to Best Experience Tayrona National Park, Colombia

All the information you need for visiting and spending the night in Tayrona National Park outside of Santa Marta, Colombia.

Colombia

Where to Stay in Cartagena and Tips to Best Enjoy Cartagena

Where to stay in Cartagena and other tips and things you need to know to make your time in Cartagena enjoyable for your vacation.

The main square at the entrance of the walled city of Cartagena with colorful buildings and local vendors - things to do in Cartagena
Colombia

The Top Things to Do in Cartagena with a Sample 3 Day Itinerary

A starter itinerary for experiencing Cartagena over a long weekend, with the wide variety of activities from relaxation to adventure sports.

The cloud forest of palm trees in the Cocora Valley outside of Salento - one of the best things to do in Salento
Colombia

A Comprehensive Travel Guide of the Eje Cafetero Region with the Top Things to Do in Salento

Everything you need to know about the Salento and Eje Cafetero Region of Colombia: where to stay and what to do to take in this beautiful area.

One of the colorful streets of Salento with shopping, restaurants, and bars
Colombia

The Best Salento Transportation in the Eje Cafetero Region (What’s a Willy?)

The various Salento transportation options ways to get around the Eje Cafetero region, to experience the beauty of Colombia's coffee region.

Colombia

Is Bogota Worth Visiting? Yes, and Here Is Why

Bogota is worth visiting and is often overlooked on a Colombia itinerary. This firsthand guide covers what makes it worth your time and what to skip.

The greenhouses at the botanical gardens of Bogota - one of the best things to do in Bogota
Colombia

The Best Things to Do in Bogota, Colombia

The best things to do in Bogota, Colombia to appreciate this unique city and learn about the complex history of the country.

The central town square of Cuenca, Ecuador, one of the places to visit when wondering is Ecuador safe
Ecuador

Is Ecuador Safe? A Firsthand Guide to Every Region

Ecuador is safer than its reputation suggests. This firsthand guide covers every region so you can plan with confidence.

Walking through the beautiful and protected historical center is one of the top things to do in Cuenca Ecuador
Ecuador

The Top Things to Do in Cuenca, Ecuador, a Colonial City

This article goes through the various things to do in Cuenca Ecuador, along with the important logistics to enjoy this colonial city.

Quito's main square in the historical center, full of plants and people and surrounded by churches and government buildings - top things to do in Quito
Ecuador

The Top Things to Do in Quito, Ecuador for Your 3 Day Itinerary

The things to do in Quito, Ecuador as the starting point of other adventures in Ecuador. This includes a 2 or 3 day itinerary.

A view of Quito's historical center from El Panecillo Hill and one of the places to consider when thinking about where to stay in Quito
Ecuador

Where to Stay in Quito? The Best Neighborhoods to Stay In

Wondering where to stay in Quito, Ecuador when visiting? Read this straightforward guide to help answer that question.

Some red cabins at the edge of a lake in the rainforest for Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge
Ecuador

Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge: A Luxury Rainforest Experience in Ecuador

The experience at Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge to explore Ecuadorian rainforest. Read to find out about spending a few days in the Amazon.