The first time I went to the Galapagos Islands, I was underwhelmed. It seemed a lot like Hawaii, only further away and a lot more expensive. Maybe it […]
6 Mistakes to Avoid When Booking a Guided Tour of Peru
When I first went to Peru, my dad and I signed up for a guided tour. We lucked out! We saw what we wanted to see, did what […]
The Boleto Turístico: Everything You Need to Know About Peru’s Tourist Ticket
Even before Peru became a nation, Cusco was an important city. Five centuries ago, it was the heart of the Incas. During its prime, the Incas used Cusco […]
Machu Picchu Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts When Visiting the Inca City in Peru
Every day 2,500 people enter the gates of Machu Picchu and they are all there for one reason – to experience this beautiful, historical and magical place. But […]
14 Must-Try Peruvian Desserts
Peru isn’t called the gastronomic capital of Latin America for nothing. From citrus-infused ceviche to hearty lomo saltado, Peruvian cuisine is nothing less than a feast for the […]
Holiday Traditions in South America
As a traveler or expat, experiencing the holidays outside the U.S. can be an eye opening and life changing experience. As we usher in a new holiday season […]
Happy Campers: Beachfront Glamping in Máncora
This may come across as a bit of a surprise, but I am not a camping kind of gal. While the idea of sleeping in a tent beneath […]
10 Tips of Taking Taxis in Lima (The Airport Edition)
When I travel in my native U.S.A., I know exactly what to do to get from point A (usually the airport) to point B (usually my hotel). I […]
Ají Peppers: The Secret is in the Sauce
It´s no secret: Peru is all the rage and Peruvian food, which is quite literally on the tip of everyone´s tongues, has taken center stage. What sets the […]
How to Do Machu Picchu in 36 Hours
In order to really take in everything Machu Picchu and the surrounding Cusco region have to offer – their Andean peaks, Inca ruins and seemingly endless adventure – […]