I will be traveling by bus this summer. A lot. 6-24 hour bus rides will be the norm and I really don't mind because traveling by bus is always a really unique adventure. It is not out of the norm to throw a live dog on the roof or to ride next to a chicken on one side and a new mother breastfeeding her child without covering up in some countries. Did you forget to buy water for … [Read more...] about The Real Adventure of South America Travel Are the Bus Rides
Colombia
Everybody's An Expert on Colombia
The travelers in Colombia can make anyone who has been to Colombia for more than a few days lose their mind. I say this only because Colombia's situation is brought up non-stop whether I am unfortunately involved in the conversation or can hear others talking about FARC, Paramilitaries, Pablo Escobar, how much the country has changed, how its still actually dangerous, etc. The … [Read more...] about Everybody's An Expert on Colombia
Rolando Sanchez from Taganga – Best Small Town Musician in South America
This Colombian, Rolando Sanchez from Taganga is a musical duo. I remember visiting the a small tourist town in Colombia 3 years ago. I was enjoying a lazy day at the beach while the older man played his music and tried to sell his CD's. Now I regret not buying one. Enjoy the song! [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpjIui9IaB0[/youtube] I actually found the music for … [Read more...] about Rolando Sanchez from Taganga – Best Small Town Musician in South America
The "Car Parade" in Medellin
I don't really like cars. I do not own one and have driven only a handful of times in the past 5 years. So when I found myself at the "Antique Car Show" in Medellin during their famous flower festival it might seem odd. During my first visit to Medellin in August, 2007, my new Colombian friends brought me to the show so I knew what to expect. The show is hilarious! So with my … [Read more...] about The "Car Parade" in Medellin
El Penol Was Worth The Hassle
I look back on this day as being one of the most adventurous I experienced. I wrote about this day back in early june , but I think recounting part of this experience is important. So after boarding the wrong bus about 3 different times I was ready to call it a day and head back to my hostel. The owner of the hostel I stayed at told me don't leave … [Read more...] about El Penol Was Worth The Hassle