Travel
What I Learned in 4 Years of Nomad Living in South America
I always thought I was a good planner, but life often teaches us lessons that we can’t prepare for. In 2018, my partner Paul and I decided to quit our jobs, sell our belongings, and travel the world as nomads. We gave ourselves two years. During this time, we prepared all the necessary things and…
Read MoreHow to get Paraguay Residency?
(This article on Paraguay residency was originally published on HaveYourAdventure.com) Paraguay is often seen as a hidden gem for expats looking for a second residency. But before you pack your bags, there are a few things you should know. In this article, I’ll walk you through the residency process in Paraguay, the challenges you might…
Read MoreDiese Südamerika Reise-Tipps musst du kennen
Der erste Tag in einer neuen Stadt kann überwältigend sein, besonders in einem Land, dessen Sprache und Kultur dir fremd sind. Als Neuankömmling in Südamerika prasseln die Eindrücke auf dich ein – die ungewohnten Gerüche, die lebhaften Farben und die fremden Klänge können fast erdrückend wirken. Um etwas Ruhe zu finden, gehst du in ein…
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Barra Grande, Bahia 
Die mühsame Anreise zu einem echten Geheimtipp
Von außen mag Barra Grande auf der Halbinsel Maraú wie ein unberührtes Idyll wirken, doch der Weg dorthin ist nichts für schwache Nerven. Die letzte Etappe der Anreise führt über eine 80 km lange, holprige Erdstraße, die mit unzähligen Schlaglöchern gespickt ist – eine Fahrt, die einem Schweizer Käse gleicht. Doch wer die Strapazen auf…
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Canavieiras, Bahia Ein Ort für Touristen oder eine langfristige Heimat?
Im Jahr 2024 habe ich zum dritten Mal Canavieiras besucht, eine Stadt mit 30.000 Einwohnern im brasilianischen Bundesstaat Bahia. Bahia ist der Staat mir der längsten Küstenlinie des Landes. Das Leben hier ist entspannter, das Klima warm, aber nicht zu heiß, und die Struktur ist weniger organisiert als in anderen Ecken des Landes. Mehrmals…
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Brazilian Culture Clashes Under the Hood
This post offers a glimpse into my forthcoming travel memoir after three years of cultural yin and yang across Brazil and the rest of South America. Any suggestions for publishers? Contact me! We stopped at a red light, where a man with two kids hesitated at the curb. He tilted his head and mouthed…
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Disappointed in Medellin: Housing Horrors & Car Chaos 
What do you think is the favorite country of travelers in South America? 90% of all travelers I‘ve met had their favorite country in common: Colombia. Over three years we‘ve been driving all over the continent in search of the best place to live. I asked every traveler where they had liked it…
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My Return to Abadiânia and the Casa de Dom Inácio
Outside Casa de Dom Inacio, my stomach grumbled. Nose blocked, I took a deep breath. A tingling sensation in my arm demanded attention. Shaking it off, I crossed the threshold. Casa de Dom Inacio in Abadiânia faced controversy in 2018. Over 600 abuse accusations targeted Joao de Deus. Despite his absence today, the Casa…
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Wrong Tires in Ecuador? A Merry Christmas Tale with Police 
It was two days before Christmas. Paul and I were driving along a calm road somewhere between Guayaquil and Quito, in the coastal region of Ecuador. We read in one of the Whatsapp groups that there was going to be an Overlander Christmas Party. A Christmas dinner organized by a German campground owner at his…
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Traveling to Colombia? Here’s What You Need to Know About Hotel Tax for Tourists
Are you planning a trip to Colombia? As a tourist, it’s important to know about hotel tax, also known as VAT/IVA. This is a short summary of what to be aware of when checking into hotels in Colombia. Before you travel to Colombia! Are you aware of these common (and genius!) tourist scams in…
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