Travel Guides for Latin America, Australia, New Zealand & Japan
Guides for people who travel with intention.
Destination blueprints for vacations focused on food, culture, and experience developed from professional first-hand travelers.
From the Andes to the Outback, inspiration for your next adventure
View all destinations →Torres del Paine
Chile · Patagonia
Awe-inspiring peaks, glacier lakes, and the W Trek. The ultimate Patagonia experience for hikers of any experience who want to visit the raw wilderness of Southern Chile.
Lima
Peru
One of the best food cities in the world. Incan heritage, Japanese fusion, coastal ceviche, world-class bars, casual restaurants, fine dining and more.
Fiordland National Park
New Zealand · South Island
Beyond Milford Sound, discover raw fiords, remote trails, and breathtaking silence to discover the undisturbed nature of New Zealand.
Melbourne
Australia · Victoria
Wander through the art-filled laneways, sip on world-class coffee, and discover the cultural warmth of the city that will keep you coming back.
Latest Guides & Itineraries
Bocas del Toro: The Complete Island Guide
Plan your trip to Bocas del Toro with our honest island-by-island guide: where to stay by vibe, how to get around, the best beaches, and when to go.
3 Days in Bocas del Toro: A Day-by-Day Island Itinerary
We spent two days in the Bocas del Toro archipelago and left knowing exactly how we would have spent a third. Here is the itinerary we would hand a friend.
Best Beaches in Bocas del Toro: An Honest Guide by Island
An honest, island-by-island guide to the best beaches in Bocas del Toro, Panama, including Starfish Beach, Red Frog, Polo Beach, and Cayos Zapatilla.
Geisha Coffee in Panama: A First-Hand Guide to Tasting It in Boquete
Panama's Geisha coffee sells for thousands of dollars a pound. Here is the honest guide to tasting it, and deciding if it is worth it.
Volcan Baru Hike vs 4×4 Tour: An Honest Comparison
Two ways to reach Panama's highest peak. The Volcan Baru hike is 16.4 miles, 11 hours, and one of the hardest day climbs in Central America. The 4x4 tour is four and a half hours, $125 and a heated SUV up a road so rough the vehicles tether each other. Here is how to choose.
Panama Food Guide: What to Eat and Where to Find It
From street stalls to seafood markets, here is what to eat and drink in Panama.
Hiking in Valle de Anton: Trails, Waterfalls and What to Expect
Three trails, one volcanic crater, and a ridge walk you will not forget.
Sailing the San Blas Islands: What to Expect on a Multi-Day Trip
What a San Blas sailing trip is actually like: boat conditions, sleeping arrangements, food, seasickness, and how to choose an operator. The honest version.
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Blueprint Travelers' Personal Travel Experience
Melina and Kevin have traveled, explored, researched, and discovered every destination that we share on this website. These articles are our personal experiences and ideas that have come out from each location. These will give you a humanistic impression of these locations and add an additional layer of information beyond the itineraries and travel guides.
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