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Flavia | Latina Traveler

A first generation Peruvian American, I'm a travel blogger, digital creator, freelance writer, and Founder of Latina Traveler. As a full time traveler, I have visited over 35 countries and lived in 5 to date. My interest in the travel industry led her to pursue two master’s degrees in the field: Tourism and Travel Journalism. In addition, I am the Founder of Latina Traveler, a platform created to inspire Women of Color to travel solo but safely and with confidence. I'm a freelance journalist with bylines in Fodor’s Travel and Hermosaz USA. As a public speaker, I have spoken at the Latino Travel Fest about my solo travels as a Latina. I'm currently based in Budapest, but have lived in New York, Lima, Buenos Aires, Paris, and Barcelona. I love connecting with my audience, so say hola whether online or IRL!

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Hola Reader! This past week I've been preparing for my upcoming group trip around Portugal and I'm so excited for the amigas to get here already! On the personal side, I'm still waiting for an update regarding my renewal for my Portugal Residency Card. * If you make a purchase through any affiliate links below, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support in this way. Thank you in advance! ✈️ Let's Travel Together I'm planning more trips for 2026 but...

Hola Reader! This past week has been a lot of catch up on pending projects I've had for a while. One of them being the Turkiye travel vlogs I haven't shared with you yet! I'll be sharing them starting later this week so make sure to subscribe (it's free) over on YouTube. I was there for over 2 weeks so I have lots to share about my time there. No te lo pierdas. * If you make a purchase through any affiliate links below, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. I appreciate...

Hola Reader! What a week! From meeting other travel creators, networking with travel companies and brands to attending my Portuguese classes and partaking in Latinx activities around Lisbon, it's been a lot. Grateful to have done it all, but now I'm ready to decompress and get back to todas las cosas que tengo que hacer. This past week consisted of: WYSTC conference and evening events Bad Bunny Party Latin American Market Want to go to travel conferences in 2026? Check out my updated list. *...

Hola Reader! Today is the start of Hispanic Heritage Month! Now I live in Portugal and it's not really celebrated here, but of course I have to. Latin America is one of my favorite places in the world and even though each country is unique, there are lots of similarities and its the warmness of the people that I love the most. I may live far from there now, but in the future I do plan to go back and live in many countries especially Peru to spend more time with family. I can't stand what's...

Hola Reader! I just got back from a glamping getaway from Bebino and omg it needs to be on your list! The place we went to has spots in Portugal, Spain, Italy with new ones opening up soon in France. During this trip, I got to experience a new to me region of Portugal. Expect to see more of these in upcoming months while I spend more time at home. Should I plan a beach group trip to Portugal? Yes, I'm in! β˜€οΈ when? Depends on my schedule πŸ—“οΈ * If you make a purchase through any affiliate links...

Hola Reader! Happy Labor Day for those in the US. Here in Portugal it's not a holiday so just business as usual. This weekend I did a few fun and free activities around Lisboa. Started Saturday with a Chic Girl's Scavenger Hunt. We were given a list of photos to take and my group won! On Sunday, Bebino and I went to an outdoor cinema night. They provided comfy chairs and had popcorn and drinks for sale. I have to say I looove that Lisboa has so many events depending on your interests. I've...

Hola Reader! Official summer may close to ending but the weather is still pretty warm here through the end of September so I'm considering that the end. I made an end of summer bucket list: Glamping Cabo da Roca Praia de Ursa Sunset boat Beach club Castle sunset party βœ… Outdoor cinema βœ… Already did a couple since I've been back from the US with a few planned for the upcoming weeks! * If you make a purchase through any affiliate links below, I may make a small commission at no additional cost...

Hola Reader! I'm back in Lisbon and happy to be back with Bebino! Lately I feel I'm doing a lot and barely doing enough. Now that I'm back to getting into a routine, I plan to get back on track. I'm also thinking up a few other trips for 2026, vote in the poll to let me know which you're most interested in! Which of these sounds most interesting to you? πŸ‘€βœˆοΈ Beach and Festas in Portugal πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Yacht week in Croatia πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Day of the Dead in Oaxaca, Mexico πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ * If you make a purchase through any...

Hola Reader! This week has been busy but in a great way! It's been so nice catching up with family and friends that now I only see once or twice a year. Now I'm starting to get back to work before the reunion happening this upcoming weekend. * If you make a purchase through any affiliate links below, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support in this way. Thank you in advance! Let's Travel Together ✈️ We are traveling to Peru πŸ‡΅πŸ‡ͺ in June 2026. If...

Hola Reader! It's Peru's Independence Day today and yesterday my cousins threw a Pisco Party. It started many years back by my aunt with lots of food and drinks. To help celebrate 204 years of independence from Spain, the Peru Group Trip is now LIVE and ready to book! * If you make a purchase through any affiliate links below, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support in this way. Thank you in advance! Let's Travel Together ✈️ We are traveling to...