I visited Colombia for the first time with my partner. My trip would've been better if I'd known these 4 things.

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A street in Cartagena, Colombia.
I loved exploring Colombia, but there are several things I wish I'd known when planning my itinerary.

Jennifer Adams

I stopped making New Year's resolutions. I take a trip first — then reset my life in February.

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Sinead Mulhern hiking el altar.
Instead of setting New Year's resolutions in January, Sinead Mulhern starts each year with a trip.

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I spent 10 weeks backpacking through South America. Here are the 4 places I'd visit again in a heartbeat.

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The author in Puerto Natales, Chile.
I enjoyed hiking around Torres del Paine National Park.

Isabel Vasquez Larson

My family has been vacationing in Punta del Este for decades. It's a hidden gem in South America.

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Punta del Este's beach, aerial view, drone point of view, sand and ocean, Uruguay. Image taken outdoors, daylight, in summer.

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This stunning South American city probably isn't on your travel bucket list — but it should be

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Colorful buildings on a hill, with trees at the top.
After a recent trip, I think Valparaíso, Chile, is one of the best cities to visit in South America.

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At 26, I set off on a yearlong adventure to South America. It's been 6 years, and I have no plans to leave.

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Woman in Cuenca, Ecuador.
Sinead Mulhern is happier after relocating to Cuenca, Ecuador.

Sinead Mulhern

I went to Colombia for the first time. It was an exciting 10 days, but there are a few things I'd skip next time.

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people walking down a colorful street in Colombia
There were so many bright, beautiful spots to explore in Colombia.

Mira Miller

A boomer moved from Texas to Panama for her retirement. She loved it so much she 'accidentally' started a tour company helping expats move.

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Jackie Lange
Jackie Lange started Panama Relocation Tours shortly after moving from Texas in 2010.

Jackie Lange

An ex-Wall Street banker who's visited every country shares 6 places where you can spend less and still travel in luxury

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A man walking the streets of Hanoi, Vietnam.
The US economy is booming, making summer travel more affordable than ever.

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It turns out the best way to get ahead in America is to leave

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Photo illustration of a passport and money butterfly.
Americans are discovering that their income can stretch much further in other countries, allowing them to save, pay down debts, and get ahead.

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