The Roavi Blog
Stories from people who live there.
Travel tips, city guides, and local insights from the Roavi team.
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City Guides · Lima
Lima Travel Guide 2026: South America's Food Capital
Lima has more top-rated restaurants than any city in South America. Here's how to eat your way through it.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Events · Mexico City
How to Experience the 2026 World Cup Without a Ticket (Watch Party Guide)
3.5 million stadium tickets. 5 billion fans. Here's how to experience the World Cup atmosphere in every host city — without spending $500+ on a match ticket.
Oscar Garcia··5 min read
Travel Guides
September in Europe: Why It's the Best Month to Visit (2026 Guide)
Fewer crowds than July, warmer than October, cheaper than August. September is Europe's best-kept secret — here's where to go and what to expect.
Oscar Garcia··5 min read
Events · Mexico City
Day of the Dead in Mexico 2026: The Complete Guide (Not the Disney Version)
Día de los Muertos is not Mexican Halloween. It's one of the most beautiful traditions in the world — and experiencing it right requires understanding what it actually is.
Oscar Garcia··6 min read
Events
Best Christmas Markets in Europe 2026: Ranked by a European Who's Visited 30+
Not all Christmas markets are equal. Some are magical. Some are tourist traps selling the same mass-produced ornaments. Here are the ones actually worth a flight.
Oscar Garcia··5 min read
Events
Where to Spend New Year's Eve 2026: 15 Cities Ranked by Vibe
Times Square is overrated. Sydney is expensive. Here are 15 NYE destinations ranked by what you actually want — from beach parties to rooftop cocktails to midnight fireworks over ancient cities.
Oscar Garcia··6 min read
Travel Guides · Santo Domingo
Solo Travel in the Dominican Republic: A Complete Guide
The DR is warm, affordable, and incredibly welcoming to solo travelers. Here's everything you need to know.
Oscar Garcia··6 min read
City Guides · Medellín
Medellín Over Bogotá: Why Everyone's Choosing Colombia's Second City
More travelers fly into Bogotá and immediately bus to Medellín. Here's why the second city is winning.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
City Guides · Bogotá
Bogotá Travel Guide 2026: Beyond the Stereotypes
Bogotá is misunderstood. It's not just a layover city — it's one of South America's great capitals.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Tips
How to Find a Local Guide Without a Tour Company
Tour companies charge $50-150 for group experiences. Here's how to find a local guide directly — better experience, lower price.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Trends
Diaspora Travel: Why Millions Are Returning to Their Parents' Homeland
The fastest-growing travel segment isn't backpackers or luxury travelers — it's second-generation immigrants going home.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
Travel News
Iran War and Travel: What You Need to Know (April 2026 Update)
How the Middle East conflict is reshaping global travel in 2026 — and where to go instead.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read