This photo was shared with us by a member of the Solo Travel Society who was taking a break while hiking in the Andes mountains in Chile.
Pic of the Week: Hiking in the Andes
South America
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Pic of the Week: Machu Picchu at Daybreak
A Machu Picchu sunrise is beautiful to behold. This photo of the sun breaking through the mist was shared with us by a member of the Solo Travel Society.
Pic of the Week: On the Easter Island Coast
While exploring the Easter Island Coast, a Solo Travel Society member encountered a solitary horse, just staring out to sea.
Pic of the Week: Moai on Rapa Nui, Chile
This photo of just a few of the almost 900 statues (moai) on Rapa Nui was shared with us by a member of the Solo Travel Society who visited Easter Island.
Pic of the Week: Peruvian Altiplano
This photo of the Andes Mountains was shared with us by a member of the Solo Travel Society who visited the Altiplano in Peru.
Pic of the Week: A Shaman in Bolivia
This colorful photo of a shaman on spectacular Lake Titicaca was submitted by a member of the Solo Travel Society who traveled to Bolivia.
Pic of the Week: Ollantaytambo, Peru
High in the Andes Mountains of Peru, a Solo Travel Society member took this photo of the village of Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Solo Travel Destination: Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
This Solo Travel Society member says that all her previous travel experiences combined could not compare with 3 fascinating days spent in Salar de Uyuni.
How to Travel Solo to Patagonia: Top 10 Tips
Patagonia is a wonderful destination but it’s hard to find information on how to do it. Here are 10 tips covering how to get there, how much money to carry, accommodation, hiking paths and more.
Solo Travel Destination: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
As part of her goal to visit the New7Wonders of the World, this Solo Travel Society member traveled to Rio de Janeiro and shares great tips for a visit.
Pic of the Week: Ushuaia, Argentina
Enjoy this lovely overview of the landscape of Ushuaia, Argentina, captured by a member of the Solo Travel Society from her hotel high above the town.
Pic of the Week: Machu Picchu, Peru
A member of the Solo Travel Society on Facebook shares this photo overlooking Machu Picchu, taken on a trip exploring Peru.
Solo Travel Destination: Galapagos & Quito, Ecuador
Taking walking tours in Quito, Ecuador and day trips to the Galapagos Islands helped this Solo Travel Society member see a lot while keeping costs down.
Pic of the Week: Recoleta Cemetery, Buenos Aires
A Solo Travel Society member shares a photo taken while wandering through Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires, on a solo trip to Argentina.
Solo Travel Destination: Coffee and Cacao in Cusco, Peru
While visiting Cusco, Peru this Solo Travel Society member took a tour to remember, visiting coffee and cacao plantations and staying with a local family.
Solo Travel Destination: Puno, Peru
This Solo Travel Society member recommends booking well in advance to attend the incredible Festival of Candelaria in Puno, Peru.
Solo Travel Destination: Chapada Diamantina, Brazil
If you are a nature lover who enjoys hiking and trekking, this Solo Travel Society member thinks you will love Chapada Diamantina in Brazil.
Solo Travel Destination: Easter Island, Chile
For beautiful scenery, fascinating culture and history, and great hiking, this Solo Travel Society member recommends a visit to Easter Island.
Solo Travel Destination: Bogota, Colombia
This Solo Travel Society member found that with some common sense and awareness, the biggest risk in traveling to Bogota was never wanting to leave.
Solo Travel Destination: Patagonia Backcountry
A road trip in Patagonia included fascinating landscapes, swimming in mountain lakes, and lots of soul searching for this Solo Travel Society member.