Hello! I am starting to think about where I might be next year.

I have always wanted to go to South America, and I think this might be the year!

I love - nature and history. I love being out in nature, whether that’s surfing, camping in the mountains, or walking on glaciers. I love to just feel lost in the vastness of the beauty of the world. Like, I would love to backpack in Patagonia or up to Machu Picchu. I also really like to learn about the culture and history of where I am. I think it’s part of being a responsible visitor to a place; taking the time and energy to learn about the history and culture of the people and country who are hosting me. And I love to learn about a way of life that’s not mine.

Don’t really care for - partying or drinking. But! I do want to meet people.

I have done a very fast paced DN so far, the longest I’ve stayed in a city is about 1 month. Mostly, I was packing up and getting on a plane every week or so. I’m thinking of switching that up next year, maybe spend a month in a place before moving to the next.

I am also fairly confident as a traveler - been to over 30 countries, lived in 4 different countries (not DNing). But I also want to be mindful and cautious about the places I put myself in.

Oh I also speak Spanish. Where would you recommend?

Thank you so much!

-EDIT- I initially was going to buy a car in Mexico, and just drive it straight down until I got to the tippy tip of Patagonia. I decided that probably isn’t safe to do, now that I’m going to be traveling alone. Hence why I’m looking for new ideas and suggestions!

      • simply__curious@alien.topOPBEnglish
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        10 months ago

        Oh no, really?? I’ve struggled with internet a few different places (Guatemala and slovenia), and it was so stressful because I do video calls for a living. I’d love to visit peru, but definitely need to consider this, thank you!

        • CancelCtrlV@alien.topBEnglish
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          10 months ago

          I just spent all of October in Cusco and had no internet issues. I stayed in an Airbnb that posted their internet speeds. Cool city, easy to meet people, and Machu Picchu exceeds the hype. Dm me if you want the specific abb.

        • not_a_total_dick@alien.topBEnglish
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          10 months ago

          Yes for real. Video not even possible in some locations. You’re welcome friend I hope you find the most awesome balance of internet to nature possible!