I hope you enjoyed seeing Latin America through my lens. I feel incredibly grateful to have had the freedom and opportunity to embark on this journey—a one-way ticket to a region where life feels so different, from the language to the pace of each day. Spending almost half a year traveling through South America taught me invaluable lessons about happiness, purpose, and connection that reshaped my perspective on life.
We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.

One of the most profound insights I gained was that true happiness isn’t rooted in material things, but in shared experiences, simple joys, and genuine connections. I witnessed people finding joy in the everyday—celebrating with music, laughter, and good company over simple meals. It reminded me that contentment doesn’t come from possessions but from embracing each moment and being present with those around us. I also discovered that there’s always a reason to celebrate life. Whether it was a local festival or a spontaneous gathering, people embraced each moment with an openness and joy that inspired me to seek something worth celebrating every day, regardless of circumstances. This contagious spirit of gratitude and celebration showed me that joy can be found in even the most unexpected places. Lastly, this journey taught me the beauty of kindness and the power of helping each other. Everywhere I went, strangers offered help freely—whether through shared directions, a meal, or simply a smile. This generosity was genuine and heartfelt, reminding me that the best connections are often built on small, unspoken gestures. These acts of kindness showed me how breaking down barriers brings us closer, forming bonds that linger long after you leave.

In creating this project, my goal was not only to develop a gallery capturing these moments but also to create a space to revisit these memories—a collection of images that bring me back to this extraordinary adventure. Coming from a place where four seasons define the year and cold weather is the norm, adjusting to a climate of constant heat and humidity was both refreshing and enlightening. The natural diversity here is stunning, with a variety of biomes and landscapes, each with its own unique beauty. This journey was filled with many firsts: my first solo trip, first time surfing, first encounter with llamas, and first multi-day trek through rugged terrain amongst others. Nos Vemos!

"Of all the books in the world, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport"

- Saber Ben Hassen