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Some buildings in Ushuaia, Argentina, the safest South American city, with snowy mountains in the background.

What Are the 10 Safest Cities in South America in 2025?

ByAlex January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

The 10 safest cities in South America, including Ushuaia, Bariloche, Cusco and more. I’ve been to every city on this list and share first hand experiences.

Purple skies over Rio de Janeiro's famous Ipanema Beach. The yellow sand is covered in footprints as people leave due to the sun setting. You can see the bright lights of several skyscrapers in the distance.

The Ultimate 6 Month South America Itinerary on a Budget

ByAlex January 26, 2025January 26, 2025

The ultimate 6 month South America itinerary on a budget, based on my own experiences extensively exploring this continent.

The snow-capped Cotopaxi Volcano in Ecuador, hiding behind clouds. It is located amongst vast green fields, beneath blue skies

Destinations | Ecuador | South America | Travel Safety

Is Ecuador Safe for Tourists in 2025?

ByAlex January 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Ecuador is not a very safe country for tourists, with the exception of the Galapagos Islands which are very safe to visit.

Destinations | Ecuador | Everything Else | South America

Surviving a Mugging Attempt in Quito

ByAlex September 23, 2023February 9, 2024 February 9, 2024

The less glamourous side of travel… I share the story of when I was almost mugged in Ecuador’s capital Quito.