Almost every tourist in Bolivia will have heard of or visited El penal de San Pedro (San Pedro prison), La Paz. For years travellers have been flocking to the prison to bribe their way onto guided tours and experience something of the unique microcosm of society that lies inside – not any more.
A courtyard in [...]
Road blocks: a regular occurrence. (Photo: tearsxintherain)
Road Blocks
In Bolivia, road blocks are a common form of protest, and usually involve blocking a key road with a barricade of some sort in order to make a political statement. It is not uncommon for road block protests to become the scene of stone-throwing [...]
Make the most of your time on the Salar. (Photo: boywiththethorninhisside)
The Salar de Uyuni is an amazing place. For most, a visit is a once in a lifetime experience – so you want to make sure you get it right. Follow these top tips for an unforgettable salar tour.
10. Avoid common cons
Some tour companies [...]