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Three 3-week Themed Travel Itineraries for Guatemala - Backpacking, Hiking and Culture
I have travelled in Guatemala for over eight months and have crafted three unique travel itineraries for backpacking, hiking, and cultural immersion in Guatemala if you have only three weeks. Including more popular places such as Antigua and Lake Atitlán, but also underrated places such as Xela, Uaxactún, and Huehuetenang!

Ilse
Mar 3020 min read


Travelling French Guiana Overland: From Macapá (Brazil) to Suriname in 48 Hours
Crossing French Guiana overland from Brazil to Suriname is possible, but requires patience. In this guide, I share exactly how to travel from Macapá to Oiapoque, cross the border into French Guiana, get from Saint-Georges to Cayenne and Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, and continue to Albina and Paramaribo. You’ll find transport options, border tips, visa information for Suriname, costs, safety advice for solo female travelers, and my experience of this part of crossing the Amazon ra

Ilse
Mar 720 min read


What to Do in Puerto Escondido, Mexico: A Slow Traveller’s Guide
Here is the ultimate slow traveller's guide to Puerto Escondido, Mexico – from where to stay and eat, to the best surf spots and more.

Ilse
Sep 23, 202412 min read
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