Thinking About Learning To Dance Bachata In Medellin? Writing this post about learning how to dance bachata in Medellin was inspired by a previous post I did a while back. Nearly two years ago I made a little video about learning to dance salsa in Medellin Colombia. I...
This post is dedicated to anyone who is feeling trapped in a cubicle somewhere out there, traveling on a shoestring budget, or just hoping to make some extra cash while they travel. I remember when I first started my highly anticipated trip from Mexico to South...
This post is my personal account of being a Black Traveler in South and Central America. A few years ago I wrote a post called ‘Black Backpackers – Where in the World Are They’ . To date it is one of my most read posts and it has some of the most...
If you’re set on learning Spanish, there is nothing like an extended trip to Latin America to kick up your language skills. Whether you’ve got a few weeks, a few months, or even longer, your brain will benefit tremendously from being immersed in a culture...
Carnival in Barranquilla – You Don’t Want to Miss It If you are reading this post because you’ve heard about the Carnival in Barranquilla and now you are trying to decide whether it’s worth your time and money to go, here’s my advice...
Whether you are working your way up from Brazil or funnelling down from Central America, backpackers in South America are sure to encounter pristine rainforests, icy glaciers, awe-inspiring ancient remains, mountain treks, indigenous cultures and crystal-clear waters...
Hi I'm Joel Duncan, the adventurer behind AdventureJo! Like many others, I have an insatiable appetite for travel and all the excitement that comes with it. I am currently traveling in Central and South America, writing, photographing and sharing tips to help you to plan your own crazy adventure. Read More...