5 Really Cool Places to Go in Peru
My friends and family always want to know why I keep going back to Peru. I’ve been going to Peru at least once a year since 2018! My answer: there …
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6 Secrets of the Colonial Cathedral in Cusco
Although I am more of a spiritual person than a religious one, I keep finding myself visiting the colonial cathedral of Cusco. In fact, during one visit I spent four …
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8 Tips for Hiking at High Altitude in Peru
Peru is a hiker’s paradise. The scenery is stunning—llamas grazing in the shadows of majestic glaciers, locals doing chores in their colorful garb, exotic birds flitting through the cloud forest. …
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7 Tips for Surviving the Inca Trail
I was really nervous before I started my Inca Trail hike. To be honest, I was envisioning more of a death march than a hike. I had nightmares of the porters having …
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A Guide to Eating at Machu Picchu
The Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is located between the saddle of two mountains in a very remote (but beautiful) location, so space is limited and choice for restaurants and places …
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How to Hire a Guide at Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is a huge archaeological site with much to see and do, so hiring a guide is essential to really getting the most out of your visit. Here’s a …
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Machu Picchu Museum: Worth a Visit?
Manuel Chávez Ballón is the site museum of Machu Picchu, yet most visitors to the ancient Inca citadel don’t know it even exists. Tucked away on the outskirts of Aguas …
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How to Visit Machu Picchu on Your Own
Getting to Machu Picchu can be quite confusing from afar, but here is a quick guide on how to arrange the trip on your own. Understanding where Machu Picchu is …
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When is the Best Time to Visit Machu Picchu?
There is not a bad time to visit Machu Picchu; after all it is one of the World’s New Seven Wonders of, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one …
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Hiking Huayna Picchu: What you Need to Know
Huayna Picchu is the striking mountain located behind the citadel of Machu Picchu. Shaped like a large cigar shooting directly out of the ground, Huayna Picchu makes up the background …
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