Sisters! I just got back from a trip to five countries in South America, and the scenery was truly stunning, but the aftermath was also quite intense! 😎
To say that I didn’t suffer at all would be a lie! So many travel guides on Xiaohongshu made my head spin 🤯, altitude sickness, language… it felt like one wrong step and I’d hit a mine💣! So today, I’m here to share my real experiences, hoping to help as many as I can!
First, let me say that this time I went on a group tour, with not too many people, all young, and we had a great time laughing and joking along the way! 💃 The accommodations were not particularly impressive, but they were all clean and comfortable.
📌 My Suffering Experiences & Blood, Sweat, and Tears Advice!
👾 Cusco, Peru: Altitude Sickness Warning ⚠!
Cusco is breathtakingly beautiful! 😍 Walking through the ancient city, it feels like you’ve traveled back to the Inca era. But! At 3,400 meters above sea level, it’s no joke. As soon as I got off the plane, I started feeling dizzy and nauseous, like my soul was about to leave my body 😵💫!
Advice: Take Rhodiola rosea in advance, bring glucose. After landing, slow down, drink plenty of water, and avoid strenuous activities! Some people in our group had to lie down for half a day to recover.
👾 Valparaíso, Chile: Beware of Scams ⚠!
The colorful houses in Valparaíso 🌈 are indeed very photogenic, but the prices are really high! A simple seafood noodle dish 🍜 costs over $200!
And many small shops are tourist traps, selling souvenirs of questionable quality.
Advice: Do your research in advance, avoid the popular tourist spots, and explore the local markets instead; you might find some pleasant surprises.
👾 Brazil: Theft Warning ⚠!
The mountains in Rio de Janeiro ⛰️ are truly spectacular! Overlooking the entire city, it feels like everything was worth it! 👏 But! The safety in Brazil is a bit concerning 😨
Advice: Remember what the guide said: “In Brazil, don’t act like a tourist!” Don’t wear expensive watches or jewelry, avoid wearing beach shorts, and use your phone📱 as little as possible. Take photos in crowded areas or ask for help from security. Don’t wander around at night!
✅ There were also amazing experiences!
Of course, the trip to South America wasn’t all suffering! The Moreno Glacier in Argentina and the Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay were so beautiful that I didn’t want to leave! I won’t say much about the scenery, just look at the pictures! 📷
In summary: The beauty of South America is worth overcoming some difficulties to experience! 😎 Of course, by doing your research and taking care of your health, you can have a more enjoyable trip! ❤
