with south america behind me

colombia to panama overland (mostly)

The following is meant as a practical guide for folks wanting to go from Colombia to Panamá (or vice versa) without the time or money for a five-day, $275 sailboat trip from Cartagena to Colón or a direct flight. Much has been written about this topic, particularly on the Lonely Planet Thorn Tree, but although [...]

arguing with colombians earns you money and ruins your day

“Do you really serve breakfast until 10:30 p.m.?”
“No, of course not. 10:30 a.m.”
“I thought not, but I thought I´d ask anyway because on your menu it says Breakfast 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.”
“Well, see, that could be referring to the hours we´re open…”
“But no, it´s not. It´s referring to breakfast, and you should change it. [...]

another shitty day in paradise

When I was growing up, hamburgers were always such a happy sort of thing. If you think about it, the hamburger is the food equivalent of a big, warm hug. A meaty patty enveloped in warm, doughy goodness covered with all sorts of leafy veggies and salacious sauces. It’s a giant, oral hug. Children, of all [...]

colombia – locura y belleza