Everything to Know Before Visiting Machu Picchu
You know the scene — crumbling gray ruins amid vibrant, towering, green mountains with mist rolling in from all sides and a cheeky llama or two in the frame.
Machu Picchu tops many a...
In the Mountains of Peru
Long before our wedding, my wife Laura and I decided that we didn’t want to have the typical, relaxed, “lay on the beach all day” type of honeymoon — so we decided to plan...
A Guide to the Peruvian Rainforest
When considering a quick jaunt to the Amazon Rainforest on your next trip to Peru, first take a moment to decide which area of the vast region you’d like to visit. The three rainforest...
A Guide to Visiting Lima, Peru
Lima tastefully encapsulates the beauty of Peruvian culture — quite literally, in fact, as it’s referred to as the Gastronomical Capital of the Americas. From its Andean influence and colonial architecture, to its rolling...
8 Lesser-Known Places to Visit in Peru
While most travelers head to large Peruvian hubs like Lima, Cusco, and Arequipa, those who venture to the smaller cities and more unknown destinations around this South American country will be pleasantly surprised. If...
7 Outdoor Adventures to Have in Peru
If you’re planning a trip to Peru, you’re likely considering exploring Lima and Cusco, taking a tour through the Sacred Valley, and hitting a few Incan ruins. But don’t forget to plan some outdoor...
Planning Your Trip to Peru
To say that Peru is a unique and diverse country would be an understatement. After all, we’re talking about a place that has over 90 different microclimates, is home to a 15,000 year old...
A Guide to Visiting Cusco, Peru
Nestled in the rolling terrain of the Peruvian Andes, Cusco is a city overflowing with ancient Inca culture. Because of its intriguing past, visitors come from all over the world to explore the ruins...
A Guide to Peru’s Rainbow Mountain
Often called Vinicunca or Montaña de Siete Colores, Rainbow Mountain is a colorful peak in Peru that rises 17,060 feet (5,200 meters) above sea level. Located in the Ausangate mountain region of the Peruvian...
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