International tourism has the power to elevate a local population’s economic potential. As the world continues to evolve through the information age, geographic proximity is not as prominent a factor in economic development as it once was. In the exchange of data, the 0s and 1s that render as online photos bring one corner of the world to another, encouraging travel in reverse. Physically not easy to reach, the salt flat’s stunning expanse has brought continual streams of people to Uyuni and, in turn, boosting the vitality of Bolivians who calls it home. Daytime can be harsh on the eyes, but sunsets offer breathtaking photo opportunities. Spend three days, explore the region, share photos with friends.