The Basics Getting into town from the airport in Kota Kinabalu was simple. Taxis have a flat rate of RM30, and many others use the app Grab to call a car. Within 20 minutes, we were at our hotel! We stayed at Hotel Gaia 95, not far from the coast and nightly markets. Upon arrival … Continue reading Malaysian Borneo: KK & Sandakan
The Basics Getting to the dock was simple! From Copacabana, we hired Easy transfer. They charge $30 each way per person for 2.5 hour bus and 45 minute ferry to the island. They will pick you up at your hotel in a one-hour time frame. Reserve on their website in advance and choose one of … Continue reading Ilha Grande from Rio
The Basics We flew from Rio’s international airport into Aeroporto Internacional de Foz do Iguaçu. We went with LATAM airlines, and got discount tickets for $50 USD each way. These tickets did not include checked bags, so I recommend double checking with the airline you fly with. From the airport, we took a taxi straight … Continue reading Iguazu Falls: Both Sides
The Basics We arrived at the international airport, which is about 40 minutes to Copacabana. Since we landed in the night, we ordered a Radio taxi for R$90-130, which is known to be safer (and more expensive!). We started our trip with a hotel stay in Copacabana, which we enjoyed for its location. Later in the … Continue reading Copacabana: Rio de Janeiro
The Basics Before arriving to Peru, we bought a train ticket with PeruRail from Cusco to Aguascalientes. The station in Cusco is about 30 minutes from the city center, so we ordered a taxi to pick us up early. Upon arrival in Aguascalientes, we bought our bus tickets for the next morning to take us … Continue reading Machu Picchu for Couples
Chile is the perfect place to get a taste of it all! You can take the subway to a museum, go skiing, tour a vineyard, walk on the beach, or wander the coastal towns. Spend at least five nights to get the variety of experiences. Santiago: The Basics We flew into Santiago from Medellín via … Continue reading Chile: City, Coast, and Wine Country
The Basics We flew direct from Medellín to Lima with Avianca airlines. We pre-arranged a taxi ride (55 soles) to Miraflores using Transporte Fácil Peru. I messaged them on Facebook and arranged a ride with ease. Taxi prices can run a bit higher, so we preferred to plan ahead. The airport offers 30 minutes of … Continue reading Foodie Escape in Lima, Peru
In Nicaragua, there is a friendly competition for which is the most loved city: Granana or León? During our stay, we spent a few days in Granada and did not plan on visiting León. However, a bonus day happened and we made it to León for one epic night of adventures. Whether you visit one … Continue reading Nica: Granada or León?
The Basics Typical arrival is flying in through Guatemala City airport. We got a ride from a friend, but mini shuttles seem to be a good option for rides to Antigua. Keep in mind that traffic is worst in the early morning and late afternoon. If you have the option to book your flight to … Continue reading The Best of Antigua
The Basics Arriving to Ometepe Island is possible via bus/car and ferry. We took the ferry from San Jorge to Moyogalpa with our own car. Buses are available on the island, but I would recommend renting a car or moto to be able to get around the island (ferry $20 each way with a vehicle). … Continue reading Nica: Island of Ometepe
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