Dreams of Dali

There are some places on Earth so bizarre that you question whether they somehow ended up on the wrong planet. Places that will alternately take your breath away and leave you feeling cold and distant. The southwest corner of Bolivia holds an amazing diversity of these places, and is a magnet for adventurous souls from all over the world.

The Hardest Job in the World

The Cerro Rico of Potosí, Bolivia underwrote the Spanish Empire for over two centuries. This immense silver mine has been under constant assault every since its discovery over 400 years ago. Countless thousands, perhaps millions, have lost their lives from working in this hell on Earth. And it is still being mined. I would have the opportunity to experience first-hand what surely must be the toughest job in the world.

Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Unique experiences motivate me to keep traveling and learning about the world. They are also what I most enjoy to share on my blog. Recently I stumbled upon a fascinating event that surely cannot be found in any tourist guidebook: The Bolivar Games.

La Hoja de Coca no es Droga

 My mission was simple: escape the cloud forest alive. My sharpened machete cut a path through the thick vegetation while the fistful of coca leaves inside my cheek propelled me forward for hours in a hunger-less daze. Unseen predators lurked here; I could sense their presence. Nightfall was coming but I pushed on. The forest would not claim me as it had so many others...

Not Always a Thrill, but Always an Adventure

In the past few weeks I've had my credit card eaten by a hungry cash machine, gotten altitude sickness, had my wallet stolen, "lost" money at the worst possible time, and nearly fallen off a cliff. Yet I've also had unforgettable experiences I will treasure for the rest of my life. That is, if I manage to keep from falling off a cliff.

The City That Will Take Your Breath Away. Literally.

I´m currently holed up in the highest capital city in the world: La Paz, Bolivia. While I recover from altitude sickness, I´d like to show you the view from my hotel.

Altitude of La Paz: 12,008 feet
Room in Downtown Two Star Hotel: 15 dollars
View from Hotel Terrace: Priceless.