“Como te llamas? (What do they call you?)” I asked the fidgety, energetic 7 year old in front of us. “Me llamo Fernaaaaaaaando!” as he flashed a not-so-toothy smile. I wondered for a moment if the tooth fairy visited this part of the world. I am always impressed by how energetic kids can be hopping… Continue reading My Friend Fernando – Memories at the Ollantaytambo Ruins in Peru
One of the fabulous perks about being on the road is that you get to have new culinary experiences that just are not available at home. Whether it be new ingredients or different standards for health codes, there are always tasty adventures to be had. In light of the many adventures we’ve during our travels,… Continue reading Our 5 Favorite Foods from Around the World
One of the little known aims of our semi-recent great Latin American adventure was to make a little more sense of my culture and who I am. I wanted to see mis raices, my roots, and the culture that I came from. Born of Mexican descent (well, actually, if you really want to get technical… Continue reading At the Bottom of the Latin American Social Totem Pole: Being a Backpacking Latina
As I was flipping through all of my old pictures I realized that I never got the opportunity to post this amazing HDR picture from Cali, Colombia. One of my favorite things about Cali is the colors and textures you can find while just walking around the city. That - and I admit - I'm… Continue reading Texture in Cali, Colombia – Photo of the Day
Few cities in the world can match the depth of culture found in Buenos Aires. Whether you're driven by food, wine, shopping, or art, there is certainly no shortage of experiences waiting to be had. But where to start? Well, you should wander on an empty stomach so lets begin with food and drinks. Beef… Continue reading What to do in Buenos Aires
It is weird to think that we left on our life changing trip 627 days ago. We are quickly approaching 2 years of a cubicle free life and I couldn't be happier. Our year in review is INTENSE. 2012 has been crazy for us as we globetrotted at a breakneck speed. If you would have… Continue reading 2012: Our Year in Review
Our year in Latin America almost seems like a dream. You know, those moments where you look around at your mundane day to day and still can’t believe that those things are out there? There is this really awesome series premiering on National Geographic channel this Sunday and Monday (June 10/11) at 9p EST -… Continue reading My Untamed Americas
Graffiti - one of the universal art forms you find around the world. Like music floating in the wind, art in Buenos Aires can be found on every street corner - whether it be singers, songwriters, poets, or painters. Some communities embrace street art. Some outlaw it. While graffiti in Buenos Aires it is considered… Continue reading Photo Friday: Graffiti Art in Buenos Aires
For those of you who don’t know - when I was 18, I worked as counter help for a known tattoo shop in Austin, Texas for 3 years. Having said that, I know what to look for when it comes to quality work and a safe, clean environment. I wasn’t about to compromise my health… Continue reading Tattoos: Permanent Reminders of our Latin American Adventure
Being tattooed and traveling has definitely been a mixed bag. I did get quite a few looks being a tattooed Latina (they REALLY had no clue what to do with me) and Shaun got asked it he was a rock star a few times in Central America. But everything changed when we hit Argentina. No… Continue reading Bond Street: Discovering Subculture in Buenos Aires
While I understand some people loathe HDR, sometimes I just can't help myself. Seriously man... it just captures all the details you wouldn't get in a normal photo. So here it is. While Puerto Madero may not represent what "Buenos Aires" is, or really looks like, it is still a really beautiful and neat side… Continue reading Photo Friday: HDR – Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires
Yes. It had to be done. In the land of amazing wines we felt the need to experience the lowest of the low. *Boxed wine.* All of you have done it. Whether it be a crazy backpacker night out, or a fancy dinner where you passed off boxed as "divine" (not sure HOW but yeah,… Continue reading Video: Vlog 4 – Boxed Wine in Buenos Aires
One of the reasons that we spent so much time in La Recoleta was the fact there were so many small details everywhere that made the place. Whether it be a cracked and decaying coffin, rusty skulls, or headless angels, I just wanted to see it all. I couldn't help but squeeze myself through bars… Continue reading Photo Friday: HDR – La Recoleta
We had escaped it up until this point. You know, the bureaucracy of getting important things done in Argentina. We had avoided the long lines going out of the bank. We didn’t have to wait 2 years for paperwork and bank stuff like our friends did in Salta. We had emerged scott free. Or so… Continue reading Oh yeah, that is sooooooo Argentina.
There are times in a backpacker’s life where you just have to splurge on something fancy - something that makes you feel like you are cultured - or an adult (not mutually exclusive). If you're looking for things to do in Buenos Aires, we may have found a perfect fit. Wine tasting did that for… Continue reading Feelin’ Fancy at a Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires
