Laura Olds

Laura has been wandering the globe for over a decade. She's an early bird and backpacker at heart and can often be spotted with a dog or ten that she's befriended along the way. Much of the content Laura writes on A Piece of Travel includes details on solo female travel and wheelchair accessibility, with the support of her brother-in-law and sister.

How to get to Cerro Campanario: Bariloche’s Best View

Bariloche is filled with great hikes and viewpoints.  Among the most famous and considered by many the best viewpoint is Cerro Campanario.  I’ll cover all you need to know about how to get to Cerro Campanario and tips to help you make the most of your time. How to get to Cerro Campanario You can …

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How to Visit Chiloé Island: Insider Advice

Chiloé is the largest island entirely within Chile and a popular trip from the Puerto Varas lake region.  Full of old churches, German-style architecture, seafood, and palafito houses on stilts, Chiloé has a distinct culture from mainland Chile.  I’ll talk about how to visit Chiloé Island and some of the island’s must-sees. Note: Some of …

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3 Must-See Views in Santiago: The Hill, Rock & Building

With hills and mountains abound, Chile’s capital is filled with opportunities for great views. I’ll cover three of the must-see views in Santiago- San Cristóbal (the hill), Santa Lucía (the rock) and Sky Costanera (the building)- and why you should visit all of them. Note: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. …

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