What’s happening guys, it’s Dan here.
I thought I’d write a bit about myself, and give you all some insight into why I travel in Latin America and decided to create a life of perpetual travel for myself.
Two of my best friends passed away and I was left with many questions about life unanswered. Shortly after I took a random trip to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and discovered more about myself in 2 weeks than the previous 5 years.
I loved Brazil and was able to connect with the culture instantly. But the connection was weird because I knew I’d always wanted to learn Spanish.
Either way, I was stoked to have gotten my first taste Latin America and I made it my mission to go return and discover more countries.
The first trip back was to Mexico and I was invited to a Mexican Wedding and to live exclusively with a Mexican family for one month in Mexico City. This was right before embarking on a trip to discover the best of Central America.
During that same trip starting in Mexico, I then traveled to Antigua in Guatemala, then from there onto Nicaragua, El Salvador and Costa Rica.
Since my first trip I’ve visited Latin America each and every year. I began to work online as a way to fund my Spanish and cultural studies on the road.
Fun Facts about Dan:
- I was born in the UK with a mix of Jamaican and English heritage.
- Out of all the countries I have visited in Latin America, Colombia 🇨🇴 has left the biggest impression on me.
- I speak both English and Spanish and practice both languages daily.
- I have found new way to sustain my travels over the years including living with different families, volunteering and working as a digital nomad.
- Read about my experiences when backpacking Medellin to see how I like to travel.
- On the road you will most likely find me in food markets, coffee shops or writing in my journal at a local beauty spot.