Some travelers throw themselves into pre-trip research and planning with gusto, while others like to let themselves be surprised on the road. We think a middle road is wise- don’t overplan, but do keep a few things in mind when making the basic arrangements. Here are our top three rookie mistakes and why you should avoid them…
Don’t let the visa fees which apply to US citizens or the sketchy public transport dissuade you from including Bolivia in your South American travel itinerary- its varied landscapes of tropical jungles and rivers, high Andean plains, glacial mountain peaks ascending into the clouds, buzzing metropolises, and the highest navigable lake and largest salt flat in the world are continually astounding visitors and bringing Bolivia into their top-ranked travel moments.
When it comes to reserving hostels anywhere in the world, everybody has their own preferred method. Almost every quest, however, begins with a visit to the traveler’s preferred booking site, be it hostelworld or a similar company. However, once you’ve compiled a few possibilities, there are different ways to proceed.
South America has a reputation of being difficult for vegetarians. Local markets boast an abundance of fresh produce and exotic fruit juices, but restaurant offerings are more limited. Sometimes, you’re simply limited to pizzas at touristic restaurants or rice served with sautéed vegetables and fries elsewhere. Luckily, La Paz has more to offer the hungry vegetarian traveler, if you know where to look.
Hostels allow travelers to save money on what is often their largest expense after flight tickets: lodging. There are some universals that you can expect in hostels around the globe: plenty of opportunities for socializing and the sorts of amenities that long-term or budget travelers need, such as communal kitchens. There are idiosyncrasies, however, that vary by regions. Here, we’ve compiled a list on what you can expect in hostels in Peru: