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Leticia, Colombia: Gateway to the Amazon Rainforest
Leticia is the southernmost city in Colombia and Colombia’s gateway to the Amazon. It borders Santa Rosa, Peru to the west and Tabatinga,...
Juan Aponte
Jan 21, 20183 min read


I Stayed in a Favela..
Back in 2016 during the Summer Olympic Games, I stayed in the Santa Marta favela in Rio. Hotels and Airbnb listings were charging an...
Juan Aponte
Jan 1, 20183 min read


Top 10 Things to See & Do in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro or “Cidade Maravilhosa”is the 2nd largest city in Brazil with world famous beaches, stunning attractions, a vibrant...
Juan Aponte
Dec 23, 20173 min read
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