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Colombian Couple Skates Across South America on $150 Budget
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Colombian Couple Skates Across South America on $150 Budget

From La Nación · (6m ago) Spanish Positive tone

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Colombian couple Maure and Oscar, known as "Parceros Mochileros," are traveling from Cartagena to Uruguay on roller skates.
  • They aim to traverse Latin America with a budget of $150, documenting their journey on social media where they have gained over 40,000 followers.
  • The couple prioritizes safety, sometimes using hitchhiking or resting due to road conditions, and embraces slow travel to deeply experience visited locations.

In a remarkable display of adventurous spirit and a commitment to experiencing the world at a different pace, Colombian couple Maure and Oscar, affectionately known as the "Parceros Mochileros," are undertaking an extraordinary journey across South America. Their ambitious expedition, which began in late 2025, sees them roller skating from Cartagena, Colombia, all the way to Uruguay, a feat that has captured the imagination of social media users worldwide.

El patinaje es libertad, un modo de sentir y una expresión que nos lleva a recorrer el mundo

— Maure and OscarExplaining their motivation for the roller skating journey.

Their mission is not just about covering distance; it's a testament to their philosophy that "skating is freedom, a way of feeling and an expression that leads us to travel the world." This journey, undertaken on a shoestring budget of just $150, highlights a desire to connect with the continent in a profound and personal way, far removed from conventional tourism. Their dedication to documenting their travels has garnered them a significant following, proving that unique travel stories resonate deeply.

Nos conocimos y yo siempre tuve la idea de viajar en patines. Había viajado mucho como mochilera y veía a otros en combi, motos o bicicletas. Estaban haciendo lo que les gusta, entonces pense: ‘¿Por qué no viajar en patines?’

— MaureRecounting how the idea for the roller skating trip originated.

What makes their journey particularly compelling from a Colombian perspective is the embodiment of resilience and resourcefulness. While Western media might focus on the novelty or the perceived danger, for us, it's about the sheer determination and the innovative spirit. They are not just tourists; they are explorers redefining the possibilities of travel, proving that with passion and perseverance, even the most daunting challenges can be embraced. Their slow travel approach allows for genuine cultural immersion, a stark contrast to the often-rushed itineraries favored elsewhere, offering a richer, more authentic connection to the lands and people they encounter.

Nunca me había puesto unos patines y en ese momento dudé de si sería capaz de hacerlo. Ella comenzó a introducirme en el tema. Conseguimos unos buenos patines en Chile y me fue enseñando poco a poco. Yo también comencé a motivarme

— OscarDescribing his initial hesitation and learning to roller skate for the journey.
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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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