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The 6 Best Cafes in Máncora, Peru — Including My Digital Nomad Rating
The best six cafés in Máncora, Peru for travellers and digital nomads that I have found after two months of staying here.

Ilse
Sep 244 min read


7 Ways to Travel More Ethically and Make a Positive Impact When Travelling
Tourism and travelling often leaves a footprint, but your presence does not necessarily have to be bad. As travellers we can make a positive impact on the world if you know how to! As an avid traveller and cultural anthropologist, here are seven tips for ethical travel and sustainable travel that make a positive impact on the places you visit.

Ilse
Sep 187 min read


Creative Container and Co-Living in Máncora Peru
I am hosting a creative container & co-living in Máncora, Peru in November and December 2025. This page hopefully contains all the information you need, feel free to reach out with questions either via e-mail or my instagram (@iam_allovertheplace)!
I am a slow traveller, digital nomad and online master student and one of the things I am missing most with this - although beautiful and inspiring - lifestyle is community...

Ilse
Sep 1310 min read


Contenedor Creativo y Co-living en Máncora Perú
Organizaré un contenedor creativo y co-living en Máncora, Perú, en noviembre y diciembre de 2025. Espero que esta página contenga toda la información que necesitas. Si tienes alguna pregunta, no dudes en contactarme por correo electrónico o a través de mi Instagram (@iam_allovertheplace).
Soy una viajera lenta, nómada digital y estudiante de maestría en línea, y una de las cosas que más extraño de este estilo de vida, aunque hermoso e inspirador, es la comunidad...

Ilse
Sep 1310 min read


Mayan Weaving Traditions and Ethical Travel
While living in Xela, Guatemala, I volunteered for women-led Mayan weaving cooperative Trama Textiles. I learned about Mayan weaving history, Mayan weaving patterns and colours, and the role of Mayan weaving in ethical travel.

Ilse
Sep 105 min read


What To Do in Máncora, Peru: A Slow Traveller's Guide
This slow travel guide contains my travel tips on what to do in Máncora, where to stay in Máncora, where to eat in Máncora, how to get to Máncora, and more. Máncora and Los Organos are beach towns in the North of Peru where travellers linger and digital nomads thrive. Read all my tips based on my two month stay in Máncora and Los Organos here!

Ilse
Aug 1411 min read


Why I Skipped Nicaragua's Must-Do Activities and What It Brought Me (My First Paid Writing Gig)
In an attempt to go beyond the usual hostel small talk, I asked a fellow backpacker what activities or places they had consciously skipped. It led to a great conversation in which I shared how I had skipped Popoyo's Secret, supposedly one of Nicaragua's must-do activities, when backpacking in Nicaragua and how it brought me my first paid writing assignment. Continue reading for that story and other examples.

Ilse
Jul 223 min read


A Guide to (Solo) Travel in Nicaragua - From a Female Backpacker's Perspective
Although many backpackers and other travellers consider Nicaragua one of their favourite destinations, after visiting I could not disagree more. In this Nicaragua travel guide, I share my experiences, travel tips for Nicaragua and specific recommendations of what I would do differently if I were to visit again.

Ilse
Jun 1115 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


What Is Authentic Travel?
The word ‘authentic’ is used quite widely in the travel and tourism industry. But what does authentic travel actually mean?

Ilse
Sep 16, 20245 min read


Embrace the Journey: What is Slow Travel?
Slow travel helps you foster deeper connections and allows for more authentic travel experiences. Learn how to slow travel here!

Ilse
Aug 15, 20245 min read


Top Things to Do in Xela, Guatemala: A Slow Traveller's Guide
From Spanish language schools to traditional weaving classes and scenic hikes, this city is a must-see for travellers in Guatemala.

Ilse
May 22, 20246 min read
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