On a plot of land adjoining Bolivia’s Amboro National Park, lies an area naturally devoid of trees where El Refugio Los Volcanes is tucked away. You may remember our mentioning Giovanni, one of the founders of El Pueblito Resort, in a recent post. Well, Giovanni was largely responsible for what a nice time we had in Samaipata. Upon making … Continue Reading

As most of you know by now, I recently joined Lindsay in Bolivia for our adventure around the world. As an Italian, I was surprised to find that some parts of the Bolivian countryside remind me of Tuscany’s landscape. Samaipata has an inspiring, breathtaking, and tranquil landscape complete with rolling hills, mountains, and vineyards. As Lindsay … Continue Reading

After a good chunk of time in Bolivia, Jill and I were seeking somewhere warm, peaceful, and green in which to decompress and slowly catch up on work. As a parting gift from her family, Jill received a Bolivia guide book and did some solo research on the country before arriving in La Paz. She … Continue Reading

We’ve already elaborated on our top lodging choice in Samaipata, Bolivia: El Pueblito Resort. As always, though, we like to offer options for every budget. In town, not far from the plaza is a sweet, cozy hostel called Andoriña Hostal, Arte & Cultura. If you’re looking for an economical, but lovely lodging option, here’s our pick for where … Continue Reading