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Erik Leacock

I have an extensive background in nutrition and evidence-based science. I am working to make knowledge more accessible to you. I am also an avid traveler and will take you on my journey through Central and South America.

Passion Turn Professional

Passion Turn Professional

Three weeks have passed since I returned to Lençóis to do a work exchange and undertake my first videography project with one of my all-time favorite hostels: Chapada Backpackers Hostel. It has been a dream come true to pursue something I love and make a living from...

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My Current Travels

Watch in real-time where I am on the road and my life experiences in Latin America. I will be sharing my adventures from each city I visit, starting with México and then heading south.

 

Mexico City, MX

Erik started off his journey in Mexico City and will be backpacking through Central America.

Tepoztlán, MX

Just south of Mexico City, Tepoztlán is known as the reputed birthplace of Quetzalcoatl, the Aztec feathered serpent god.Tepozteco pyramid, on a clifftop above the town.

Yucatán Region

Yucatán, the Mexican state, is known for its Gulf of Mexico beaches and Mayan ruins.

Oaxaca City, Oaxaca

Oaxaca state is a beautiful area to visit and one of the most culturally rich places in Mexico.

Palenque, Chiapas

Palenque is a town in Chiapas, a state in the south of Mexico. It’s known as a gateway to ancient Mayan ruins of the same name to the west.

Brazil

Brazil is the largest country in both South America and Latin America. With over 217 million people, Brazil is the world's 7th most populous country.

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Nutrition advice backed by science.