The Roavi Blog
Stories from people who live there.
Travel tips, city guides, and local insights from the Roavi team.
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Become a Local Friend
Side Hustles for People Who Love Travel: An Honest Comparison
Blogging, affiliate marketing, teaching online, hosting travelers — how these travel-adjacent side hustles actually compare on startup cost, time, and realistic pay.
Oscar Garcia··4 min read
City Guides · Santiago
Santiago, Dominican Republic: The Complete Guide (2026)
Everyone goes to Punta Cana or Santo Domingo. Santiago is the DR most tourists never see — and it's worth the detour.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Safety · Santiago
Is Santiago, Dominican Republic Safe for Tourists?
Santiago gets a fraction of the tourists Punta Cana and Santo Domingo do. Here's what that means for safety.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
City Guides · Santiago
The Best Things to Do in Santiago, Dominican Republic
Cigars, baseball, waterfalls, and the Dominican Republic's biggest Carnaval — Santiago's highlight reel.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Safety · Cali
Is Cali, Colombia Safe for Tourists in 2026?
Cali has a rougher reputation than Medellín or Bogotá. Here's the honest, current picture from people who live there.
Oscar Garcia··3 min read
Travel Tips
What Is a Local Friend? The New Way to Travel
Local friend travel is replacing tours and guidebooks. Here's what it is and how it works.
Oscar Garcia··6 min read
Nightlife
The Best Nightlife in Latin America: City by City Ranking
From salsa in Cali to tango in Buenos Aires — here's where to party in Latin America.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
City Guides
Things to Do in Budapest: A Local's Guide
Ruin bars, thermal baths, the Danube at night — Budapest delivers more per dollar than almost any city in Europe.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read
City Guides · Marrakech
Things to Do in Marrakech Like a Local
Marrakech overwhelms the senses — in the best way. Here's how to navigate the medina and find the real city.
Oscar Garcia··4 min read
City Guides · Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires on a Budget: A Local's Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Exploring
Argentina's economy makes Buenos Aires incredibly affordable for visitors. Here's how to make the most of it.
Oscar Garcia··4 min read
City Guides · Cali
Cali: Colombia’s Best-Kept Secret That Won’t Stay Secret Long
Cali has a real claim to being the salsa capital of the world, and it is the major Colombian city visitors skip. Where to dance, what to eat, and how to be sensible about it.
Oscar Garcia··5 min read
Digital Nomads
Best Cities for Digital Nomads in 2026 (Ranked by Real Nomads)
Ranked by people who actually live and work in these cities — not two-week visitors.
Oscar Garcia··2 min read