From Baja to the Land of Fire Travel Articles

From Baja to the Land of Fire: Bio

Who is Theo Smits?

From Baja to the Land of Fire: Intro

Theo explains the ups, downs and circumstances behind his decision to finally take the trip of his dreams, and what he hopes to do and experience while on the road.

From Baja to the Land of Fire: Planning & Preparing

Theo's intended itinerary, plus all the preparations he made as far as budget, health, packing, etc.

From Baja to the Land of Fire #16: Lima, Part V

The painkillers wear off in Arequipa. Theo knows it's time to take a rest, but soon he's off to Colca Canyon.

From Baja to the Land of Fire #15: Lima, Part IV

Bolivia's Salar de Uyuni could be considered both lake and desert, and mountain biking in the jungle isn't as easy as it sounds.

From Baja to the Land of Fire #13: Lima, Part II

Heading from Lima to Cusco, Theo talks about the 4-day trek up to Machu Picchu, and how he hopes to actually see the mountains next time.

From Baja to the Land of Fire #14: Lima, Part III

Wish-making, friendly host families, and Lake Titicaca await on the Altiplano.

From Baja to the Land of Fire #11: Managua with a Twist, Part II

After seeing much of Central America again, time apart should be good for Theo and Arlen. Now to South America, and this time he means it.

From Baja to the Land of Fire #12: Lima, Part I

After meeting up with his father and brother, Theo is forced to play vigilante when a couple of thieves snag his brother's watch.

From Baja to the Land of Fire #9: Panama City, Panama (part II)

What was that about South America? Things were going to plan, but then romance called for a change in itinerary.