Hi /r/travel! I just found this subreddit and had to make an account to hear your ideas.
I'm an American, physically fit male in my mid-twenties looking for somewhere to visit in South America from Nov. 21-30. I am set on South America (never been) and know I don't have a lot of time, but it is what it is.
Where I should go? I'm open to ANYWHERE safe in South America.
About me: I love food and drink and it inspires about 90% of my travels. I am more interested in culture and people than sightseeing (the reason I mention my physical fitness is that I can backpack and explore, but don't want to make it my main focus). I love experiencing how normal people live, and generally despise over-touristy places.
I'm open to hostels, and traveling within the country by bus/train.
Budget (after flight costs): $1500ish
I'll keep checking in on this post and am open to conversation.
Thanks dudes and dudettes! Happy travels!