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Laura Pattara

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Loquacious from birth and nomadic by nature, Laura holds a BA in Interpreting and Translation, focusing on linguistics and cultures from Sydney, Australia. For the past 20 years, she has tour-guided overland trips through South America and southern Africa and independently explored northern Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Far East Asia. Laura's adventures include a six-year motorbike journey from Europe to Australia and exploring the Arabian Peninsula in an old postie van. When she's not uncovering our planet's hidden gems, Laura moonlights as a freelance travel writer.

Education:Western Sydney University, 1996BA Interpreting and TranslationExpertise:
Linguistics
Travel
Member since: Jul 12, 2024Location: AustraliaPublished posts: 17

Articles by Laura Pattara

Exploring the Sacred Valley Before the Incas
Exploring the Sacred Valley Before the Incas

Explore the Sacred Valley’s deep pre-Inca roots, from Wari cities to ancient trade routes that shaped Peru long before the rise of the Inca.

6 Monastic Marvels of Medieval Europe
6 Monastic Marvels of Medieval Europe

Visiting medieval monasteries in Europe is a great way to explore the continent’s past through architecture, striking settings, and intriguing stories that shaped entire regions.

Sacred Stones: The Enduring Legacy of Ancient Greek Temples
Sacred Stones: The Enduring Legacy of Ancient Greek Temples

Greek temples once held gods, power, and pride, and their weathered stones still speak volumes about the people who built, used, and preserved them.

Aztec Ruins and the Afterlife of an Empire
Aztec Ruins and the Afterlife of an Empire

Aztec ruins across Mexico still hold stories of power, ceremony, and survival. Take a journey through what remains and what still resonates today.

What’s the Best Time of Year to Visit Argentina?
What’s the Best Time of Year to Visit Argentina?

Argentina and its immense world of natural, cultural, and historical wonders offers an eclectic array of fantastic travel experiences.

What’s the Best Time of Year to Visit Peru?
What’s the Best Time of Year to Visit Peru?

From the Andes to the Amazon and the Pacific coast — Peru’s varied geography means finding the best time of year to visit can be tricky.

10 Best Places to Visit in Mexico for History Buffs
10 Best Places to Visit in Mexico for History Buffs

Home to the world-famous relics of advanced ancient civilizations, and a history dating back millennia, Mexico is a dream for lovers of history.

The 10 Best Places to Visit in Argentina for History Buffs
The 10 Best Places to Visit in Argentina for History Buffs

Discover the best places to visit in Argentina to soak up its history, landscape, wine, food, and irresistible joie de vivre.