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Hi there! My name is Coni.
I’m a Chilean Human Rights lawyer turned travel writer.

I’m aiming to go to all the corners of the world to carry one simple message: we’re all the same.

For years I’ve been looking for the most interesting travel experiences to guide my trips, so I came up with a bucket list with the best 201.

In Experiencing the Globe I’m writing about them, while trying to spread mindfulness, inspiration and knowledge.

And I’m using my skills in political analysis to bring you insights from around the world.

Expect off the beaten path (even within the classics), and always a focus on sustainability.

Join the journey!

DESTINATIONS

Shadows of Egypt: from the New Capital to Cairo’s Garbage City and City of the Dead

Egypt is far more than pyramids and pharaohs. This in-depth piece explores the country's stark contrasts –from the shimmering façade of the New Capital to the unseen lives of Cairo’s Garbage City and City of the Dead– inviting you to look beyond the postcards and into the truth o...
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From rubble to a canvas of absence: the artful afterlife of Gibellina, Sicily

The town of Gibellina stands as a testament to resilience and creativity. In the ruins of disaster, it dared to reinvent itself, not as it once was, but as an artistic manifesto. This is the story of a Sicilian town reborn as a living canvas, where concrete speaks, memory lingers...
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Visiting Transnistria: the Soviet State that lives on, but isn’t on the map

Visiting Transnistria is like stepping into a parallel reality where the USSR never collapsed. This guide takes you through its cities, quirks, and complex politics—plus everything you need to know to explore one of Europe’s most surreal destinations...
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Best things to do in Bolivia: 20+ epic adventures and travel experiences you can’t miss

Bolivia is a land of breathtaking landscapes, rich traditions, and thrilling adventures. From the spectacular Uyuni Salt Flats to hiking in the Andes and exploring the Amazon, this post covers 20+ of the most epic experiences you can’t miss. Whether you're into adrenaline-packed ...
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Palmyra: the rise, fall and survival of Syria’s desert jewel

Palmyra, once a thriving Silk Road trade hub and home to Queen Zenobia defiant empire, now stands in ruins after war and ISIS destruction. In this in-depth guide to visiting Syria’s legendary desert ruins we’ll explore its history, geopolitical importance, devastation, and what r...
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Traveling to Syria: insights on visiting under the al-Assad regime

Syria is one of the most interesting countries to visit in the world. Join me on a trip around legendary sites like Palmyra, Bosra, Krak des Chevaliers, Aleppo and Damascus, while analyzing the current situation through insights on the history that led to what the country is toda...
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My breast cancer journey (AKA ranting about my experience with cancer)

I was a young and healthy woman in my 30’s when I felt a lump that changed my life. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, I couldn’t cope with writing about travel, so I started micro-journaling. This is a compilation of those scribbles and a recount of my memories of a very ...
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Volunteering in Africa: white saviorism, orphanage tourism, aid dependency, and a safari

Volunteering in Africa, a turmoil of white saviorism, orphanage tourism, aid dependency, and a safari, created by 'voluntourists' with the best intentions, but zero understanding of international development and aid. Let’s dive deeper into a reality that no one wants to see: the ...
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