Category Archives: Safety

12 Common Scams in South America and How to Avoid Them!

Arming yourself with knowledge before you backpack South America is the best way to stay [...]

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My Scary Lesson with Altitude Sickness in La Paz, Bolivia

Altitude sickness in South America should not be taken lightly. Find out the mistake I [...]

The Number One Backpacker’s Question: Is South America Safe?

It seems that the question of safety when traveling to South America is quite common, [...]

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